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Shift Differentials

 
 
  • Shift Differentials are enacted by the Division of Classification and Compensation (in the Department of Civil Service) to address problems with recruitment and retention in specific title.
     

  • Shift Differentials Require the Approval of the Division of Budget
     

  • Shift Differentials are for Specific Titles in Specific Locations.  They are separate from, and in addition to, Inconvenience Pay

    • Inconvenience Pay is additional compensation paid to any employee who is required to work 4 or more hours between 6pm and 6am;

    • Shift Differentials are enacted where it has been determined that additional compensation is required to recruit and retain competent personnel to work other than normal day shifts in particular occupations and areas of the State.
       

  • Shift Differentials are paid bi-weekly and are reported as compensable income for retirement.  They are not considered "base pay" for promotion or any other purpose.
     

  • Shift Differentials are pro-rated based on Part-Time or VRWS percentage

 

 

     
Statutory Authority: Civil Service Law §130.6  Search "CVS" for Civil Service Law   Titles/Locations Approved to Receive Shift Differentials

(NOTE: This search engine does not include all Geographic Differentials.  SUNY and Roswell Park are Excluded)

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The Role of the Division of Classification and Compensation
  • This section contains information on how to apply for approval for Shift Differentials as well as an appeals process for denials.

State Personnel Management Manual      

Payment

 OSC Salary Manual

(Entire OSC Salary Manual)

 

Do you believe a Shift Differential is Needed for your Title and Location?

See important guidance on Salary Differentials  issued by the PEF Research Department.

When pursuing differentials, agency support is essential.  The best way to raise the issue with management is through the Labor/Management Structure.

PEF Civil Service Enforcement/Research Department Memo on Salary Differentials

 

List of Labor/Management Chairs and Assigned Field Representatives

 

         
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