(A) The Fire Department shall have the following membership classifications:
(1) Probationary members.
(2) Second class members.
(3) First class members.
(B) Upon first being appointed, a firefighter shall serve at least 12 months in the probationary class before becoming eligible for promotion. In addition the candidate must successfully complete the required schooling for a second class or first class firefighter prior to promotion.
(C) Any advancement in classification or increase in compensation shall become effective on January 1 or July 1, whichever comes first after the firefighter becomes eligible for such advancements.
('79 Code, § 5-22)
Statutory reference:
Probationary appointments, see I.C. 36-8-4-12