Nothing contained in this chapter shall preclude the practice of lateral recruitment. Police and fire personnel not above the grade of patrol officer or firefighter, who have had previous training and have exemplary records in any state, federal, or municipal department, may be appointed on the recommendation of the respective chiefs with the approval of the Personnel Committee and Town Administrator, provided that lateral hires shall not be permitted in the Police and Fire Departments if such prior service can be credited or partially credited as service for purposes of pension or other benefits, pursuant to the terms of any pension or benefits plan document or any labor contract, except as otherwise required by law.
(‘73 Code, § 7-31) (Ord. passed 10-5-70; Am. Ord. passed 2-5-90; Am. Ord. passed 9-19-05; Am. Ord. 2011-4, passed 4-4-11)