§ 8-104. Pay rates generally

MD State Pers & Pens Code § 8-104 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    (1)    Pay rates in the Standard Pay Plan may be set by:

(i)    a series of pay grades and steps within each grade;

(ii)    fixed rates; or

(iii)    minimum and maximum amounts.

(2)    Pay rates in the Executive Pay Plan may be set by:

(i)    a series of executive pay grades and steps within each grade;

(ii)    fixed rates; or

(iii)    minimum and maximum amounts.

(b)    In setting or amending a pay rate, the Secretary shall consider:

(1)    the prevailing pay rates for comparable services in private and public employment;

(2)    experience;

(3)    living costs;

(4)    benefits; and

(5)    the financial condition and policies of this State.

(c)    A pay rate in either pay plan is subject to any limitations included in the State budget.