Janice Mitchell Mintz, Chairwoman Alan Dexter Bowman Margaret E. L. Howard Judith L. Shaw Leo R. Vartan
A regular meeting of the Merit System Board was held on Tuesday, January 11, 2000, in Trenton, New Jersey.
PRESENT: Chairwoman Janice Mitchell Mintz; Merit System Board Members, Alan Dexter Bowman, Margaret E.L. Howard, Judith L. Shaw, and Leo R. Vartan; Andrea Grundfest, Deputy Attorney General; Henry Maurer, Director, Division of Merit System Practices and Labor Relations.
In accordance with L.1975, c.231, Janice Mitchell Mintz, Chairwoman, Merit System Board, opened the meeting with the following statement:
Notice of this meeting was filed with the Secretary of State and sent to the Trentonian, Trenton Times, Courier-Post and Star Ledger on November 8, 1999 and posted at the Department of Personnel, 3 Station Plaza, Trenton, New Jersey.
All other actions were by unanimous vote unless otherwise specified.
STATE CLASSIFICATION PLAN
The Merit System Board approved the recommended changes in the State Classification Plan, copies of which are attached hereto and made a part hereof.
DATE: December 7, 1999
TO: Janice Mitchell Mintz, Commissioner Department of Personnel
Henry S. Maurer, Director Merit System Practices and Labor Relations
FROM: Marjorie A. Schwartz, Director Division of Human Resource Management
SUBJECT: Change in the Classification Plan - Addition of Workweeks
GENERAL/DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Department of Transportation (DOT) have requested the creation of several new workweeks for Trainee titles to resolve compensation matters.
A number of professional trainee titles utilized by DEP and DOT have an unspecified workweek designation of **. This designation predated the Time and Leave Reporting System (TALRS). These titles promote into primary titles having multiple workweeks. TALRS has been experiencing difficulties in dispensing appropriate compensation to incumbents in instances where the workweek does not correspond to the workweek of the primary title. Specific consequences include incumbents being over-paid who must return salary monies.
Several analysts assigned to different units explored alternatives to resolve this matter to no avail. We have no recourse but to request the creation of additional workweeks to resolve this matter. Three of these new workweeks are for general use, with one exception, which is specific to DEP.
ADDITION OF WORKWEEKS Effective: 11/20/99
Environmental Engineer Trainee Environmental Specialist Trainee P95 * 40/12 P95 * 40/12
Geologist Trainee Hazardous Site Mitigation Specialist Trainee P95 * 40/12 P95 M 40/12
TO: Janice Mitchell Mintz, Commissioner Department of Personnel
Henry Maurer, Director Merit System Practices and Labor Relations
FROM: Marjorie Schwartz, Director Division of Human Resource Management
SUBJECT: Change in the State Classification Plan
DATE: December 10, 1999
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SENIOR SERVICES
The Department of Health and Senior Services has requested that position # 070714 be reallocated to the Senior Executive Service to provide a level of compensation that is commensurate with its responsibilities.
This position is presently classified in the title, Program Manager, Disease Prevention and Control. It directs the implementation of care and treatment activities of the AIDS Division in conformity with Divisional, Departmental, and federal policies and procedures. The programmatic, fiscal and policy responsibilities of this position are consistent with those of an SES position.
Based on the above, I recommend that this position be allocated to the Senior Executive Service.
REALLOCATION OF SERVICE Effective: 7/12/99
FROM:.
Program Manager, Disease Prevention and Control M 32 - 00234 -----Position #070714
TO:
Senior Executive Service M 98 - 90752 -----Position #070714
DATE: January 4, 2000
TO: Janice Mitchell Mintz, Commissioner Department of Personnel
Henry S. Maurer, Director Merit System Practices and Labor Relations
FROM: Marjorie A. Schwartz, Director Division of Human Resource Management
SUBJECT: Change in the Classification Plan - New Title
GENERAL
We are requesting the creation of a new title for general use to resolve a long-standing classification matter.
This request arises from a controversy regarding the use of the "Technical Program Assistant" title. This title was intended for exclusive use in a human resource or personnel environment, which is exempt from labor representation, but has migrated to other areas. Promotional examination packages are being held in abeyance since the incumbents do not work within the appropriate environment. Currently, incumbents are working in program areas that are not exempt from labor representation. The requested title is a by-product of the existing Technical Program Assistant titles. It is intended to rectify the classification of these provisionals and the attendant labor representation issues.
We intend to monitor use of this title through the benchmark process, to avoid any future migration into inappropriate areas.
ADDITION OF TITLE Effective: 07/04/98
Program Technician R20 * NE CONFIDENTIAL APPOINTMENT
The Merit System Board recorded the following Confidential Appointment under N.J.S.A. 11A:3-4(h):
Charles Ellis appointed as Confidential Assistant, Department of Law and Public Safety, effective November 29, 1999, salary of $85,000.00 per annum.
WITHDRAWAL OF APPEALS
The following appeals were withdrawn and removed from the hearing calendar:
Joseph Kadilak, Crew Supervisor Electricians, Department of the Treasury, suspension.
Michael Schwartz, Investigator Probation, Administrative Office of the Courts, Judiciary - Somerset Vicinage, release at the end of the working test period.
Patricia Shelton, Clerk Typist, State Operated School District of the City of Newark, resignation not in good standing.
Nora Weddle, Correction Officer, County of Monmouth, suspension.
Annette Wilson, Human Services Assistant, Department of Human Services, Ancora Psychiatric Hospital, suspension.
DISMISSAL OF APPEALS - FAILURE TO APPEAR
The Merit System Board dismissed the following cases without prejudice for failure to appear at the scheduled hearing before the Office of Administrative Law:
Brett Byrd-Howard, Security Guard, State Operated School District of the City of Newark, resignation not in good standing.
Everett Cooper, Security Guard, City of Jersey City School District, removal.
Marcia Efford, Custodial Worker, State Operated School District of the City of Newark, suspension.
Samuel Gopal, Social Caseworker, City of Trenton, layoff.
Charlotte Lucas, Receptionist, City of Newark, suspension.
Susan McKenzie, Cottage Training Technician, Department of Human Services, New Lisbon Developmental Center, removal.
William Ortiz, Police Officer, City of Newark, suspension.
Eversley Sifontes, Police Officer, City of Newark, suspension.
Dennis Tassie, Police Sergeant, City of Newark, suspension.
Diane A. Whetstone-Haywood, Youth Worker, County of Mercer, removal.
SECTION A - HEARING MATTERS
A-1 SETTLEMENTS
In the Matter of Michael Allison City of Trenton Housing Authority Removal
In the Matter of Fernando Alvarado Newark Police Department Removal
In the Matter of Arthur Bisbee Township of Parsippany Removal
In the Matter of Sandra Brown North Jersey Developmental Center Department of Human Services Removal
In the Matter of Carla Dantzler County of Hudson Department of Corrections Removal
In the Matter of Nadine Cullotta County of Morris Suspension
In the Matter of Jennifer Duffield Monmouth County Suspension
In the Matter of Sandra Eastmead Human Services, Publications and Media Suspension
In the Matter of Gregory Faines Northern State Prison Department of Corrections Removal
In the Matter of Kathleen Flatley County of Bergen Removal
In the Matter of Eugene Forte Township of Irvington Removal
In the Matter of Ruth Henry Preakness Hospital Removal
In the Matter of Evelene Howard Newark School District Removal
In the Matter of Nathaniel Kelly Newark School District Suspension
In the Matter of Jeffrey Madonna Borough of Oakland Removal
In the Matter of Tracy McNair County of Burlington Suspension
In the Matter of Shirley Navarro Newark School District Resignation Not in Good Standing
In the Matter of Horace Thomas City of Trenton Housing Authority Removal
In the Matter of Anthony Virgilio City of Orange Removal
RECOMMENDATION OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE IN THE ABOVE CASES - SETTLEMENT
ACTION: The Merit System Board acknowledged the settlements.
A-2 ARIYO ADELEYE
Ariyo Adeleye, Accountant III, Division of Senior Affairs, Department of Health and Senior Services, released at the end of the working test period effective October 22, 1998, due to unsatisfactory services.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the release at the end of the working test period.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-3 BRIAN COLEMAN
Brian Coleman, County Correction Officer, County of Camden, released at the end of the working test period effective August 24, 1998, due to unsatisfactory services.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the release at the end of the working test period.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-4 CECIL COLEMAN
Cecil Coleman, County Correction Officer, Sheriff's Office, County of Monmouth, suspension for thirty days, on charges of excessive use of sick leave, unauthorized absence and abuse of sick leave.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the suspension.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-5 FRANK E. FARRELL
Frank E. Farrell, Assistant Deputy Public Defender 3, Mercer County Office of the Public Defender, denial of Sick Leave Injury Benefits.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Reverse the denial of Sick Leave Benefits and uphold Sick Leave Injury Benefits for the period July 11, 1994, to July 18, 1994.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge and extended the Sick Leave Injury Benefits to September 12, 1994.
A-6 BRIAN GOOLEY
Brian Gooley, Superintendent of the Burlington County Mosquito Extermination Commission (BCMEC), layoff effective April 14, 1998, for reasons of economy and efficiency.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the layoff.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-7 DESHAWN HILL
DeShawn Hill, Human Services Assistant, Ancora Psychiatric Hospital, Department of Human Services, (1) suspension for ten days beginning March 22, 1998 and ending April 8, 1998, on charges of sleeping on the job and (2) removal effective May 9, 1998, on charges of neglect of duty and willful failure to devote attention to tasks which could result in danger to persons, sleeping while on duty and insubordination.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the suspension and removal.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-8 GLORIA KLITZ
Gloria Klitz, Cottage Training Technician, New Lisbon Developmental Center, Department of Human Services, suspension for ten days, on charges of insubordination and neglect of duty.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Reverse the suspension.
ACTION: The Merit System Board modified the ten- day suspension to a three-day suspension.
A-9 SANTIAGO MARTINEZ
Santiago Martinez, Maintenance Repairer, (Low Pressure License), Perth Amboy Housing Authority, suspension for 15 days, on charges of failure to perform duties, conduct unbecoming a public employee and neglect of duty.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the 15 day suspension.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-10 JOSEPH MIKUCKI
Joseph Mikucki, Principal Data Processing Programmer, Sheriff's Office, Monmouth County, suspension for sixty days, on charges of deliberate and repeated inappropriate behavior, conduct unbecoming a public employee, conduct creating an adverse working environment and willful violation of County Policy on antiharassment.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Modify the sixty day suspension to a six month suspension.
ACTION: The Merit System Board modified the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge to uphold the sixty day suspension.
A-11 GEORGE MILLER
George Miller, Institutional Trade Instructor, Albert C. Wagner Youth Facility, suspensions for (1) sixty days and (2) thirty days and (3) ninety days, on charges of (1) a serious mistake due to carelessness which may result in danger and/or injury to persons or property; (2 and 3) insubordination, intentional disobedience or refusal to accept an order, assaulting authority, disrespect or use of insulting or abusive language to a supervisor, and conduct unbecoming a public employee.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the 60-day and the 30-day suspensions, and modify the 90-day suspension to a five day suspension.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-12 NILSA MORALES
Nilsa Morales, Nursing Services Clerk, Ancora Psychiatric Hospital, Department of Human Services, suspension for ten days, on charges of conduct unbecoming a public employee and threatening and intimidating a fellow employee.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the ten day suspension.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-13 LUIS RIVERA
Luis Rivera, Pension Benefits Specialist III, Department of Treasury, release at the end of the working test period effective August 13, 1998, due to unsatisfactory services.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the release at the end of the working test period.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-14 LAMONT D. WALKER
Lamont D. Walker, Supervising Building Maintenance Worker, Department of Buildings and Grounds, Burlington County, (1) suspension for ten days, beginning March 18, 1996, and demotion to the position of Building Maintenance Worker, effective March 11, 1996, and ending at the time the appellant produced a valid driver's license, and (2) removal effective August 5, 1996, on charges of (1) incompetency, inefficiency and failure to perform duties, conduct unbecoming a public employee, neglect of duty and misuse of a county vehicle (driving while on the suspended list) and (2) incompetency, inefficiency and failure to perform duties, chronic or excessive absenteeism and unexcused absences, conduct unbecoming a public employee and neglect of duty.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the ten day suspension, demotion and removal.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this matter be held over.
A-15 WAYNE ANDERSON
Wayne Anderson, Security Officer, New Jersey City University, removal effective June 11, 1998, on charges of violation of an order, discourtesy, use of obscene language, failure to secure work area and abandonment of assigned post.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the removal.
ACTION: The Merit System Board modified the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge to a 90-day suspension.
A-16 SYLVIA L. COLE
Sylvia L. Cole, County Correction Officer, Camden County Sheriff's Department, removal effective October 14, 1998, on charges of failing to satisfactorily complete basic training which is mandated by the Police Training Commission.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the removal.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-17 EUGENE CRAIG
Eugene Craig, County Correction Officer, Hudson County Public Safety, removal effective September 28, 1998, on charges of insubordination, conduct unbecoming a public employee, neglect of duty, excessive absenteeism and resignation not in good standing.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Dismiss the appeal.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-18 IBRAHAM GIEGEFUNWEN
Ibraham Giegefunwen, Human Services Assistant, Greystone Psychiatric Hospital, Department of Human Services, removal effective January 13, 1999, on charges of neglect of duty
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the removal.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-19 WILLIAM ROBERTS
William Roberts, Senior Postal Clerk, Department of Treasury, removal effective June 26, 1998, on charges of conduct unbecoming a public employee, violation of the Treasury's policy on workplace violence, violation of the terms and conditions of a settlement agreement dated June 26, 1997, and creating a disturbance while conducting State business.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Dismiss the appeal.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-20 LA SAUNIA SIMPSON
La Saunia Simpson, Correction Officer, Essex County Jail Annex in Caldwell, New Jersey, removal effective August 7, 1997, on charges of incompetency and failure to perform duties, insubordination, inability to perform duties, conduct unbecoming a public employee, neglect of duty and unfit for duty.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the removal.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-21 RALPH SOTOMAYER (REMAND)
Ralph Sotomayer, Police Officer, City of Plainfield, removal effective May 4, 1995, on charges of incompetency, inefficiency or failure to perform duties, insubordination and inability to perform duties.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Modify the penalty for the charge of insubordination to a six month suspension and uphold the removal for the charges of inability to perform the duties of a Police Officer.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-22 JOSEPH TOWE
Joseph Towe, Police Officer, City of Newark, removal effective May 7, 1998, on charges of violation of the Newark Police Department's Rules and Regulations concerning obedience to orders which states police officers or civilian employees shall promptly and fully obey any lawful order directed to them by a superior officer.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the removal.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation f the Administrative Law Judge.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Yes) Alan Dexter Bowman (Abstained) Margaret E. L. Howard (Yes) Judith L. Shaw (Yes) Leo Vartan (Yes)
A-23 DON WILLIAMS
Don L. Williams, Senior Clerk, Division of Revenue, Department of the Treasury, removal and resignation not in good standing effective May 8, 1998, on charges of conduct unbecoming a public employee, neglect of duty, unauthorized absences; failure to adhere to established procedure for documenting absences; failure to adhere to established procedure for reporting absences from work, sleeping on the job; disruption of the workplace; violation of terms and conditions of a settlement agreement dated December 4, 1997, and abandonment, absent from duty for five or more consecutive business days without the approval of a superior.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the removal and the resignation not in good standing.
ACTION: The Merit System Board modified the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge to reverse the resignation not in good standing and modify the removal to a resignation in good standing.
A motion was made and seconded that the open session be recessed and that, pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Open Public Meetings Act, the Merit System Board entered into Executive Session for the purpose of legal advice on the matter of A-24 Kevin Wilson and A-27 George Johnson. The Board subsequently reconvened the public meeting.
A-24 KEVIN WILSON
Kevin Wilson, Senior Correction Officer, Department of Corrections, removal effective January 12, 1998, on charges of conviction of a crime and conduct unbecoming a public employee.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Modify the removal to a suspension for 120 days.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-25 MICHAEL GORMAN
Michael Gorman, Senior Correction Officer, New Jersey State Prison, Department of Corrections, suspension for ten days, on charges of conduct unbecoming an employee and fighting or creating a disturbance on State property. The Merit System Board at its meeting of October 26, 1999, directed that this matter be held over for a testimony summary.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Reverse the suspension.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-26 NAGUIB S. HANNA
Naguib S. Hanna appeals the removal of his name from the Assistant Environmental Engineer (S60380) eligible list based on the appointing authority's assertion that the appellant is unable to perform the duties of the position due to an inability to communicate effectively in English. The Merit System Board at its meeting of December 7, 1999 directed that this matter be held over for clarification of the exceptions filed by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to the initial decision of the Administrative Law Judge.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Appellant should be examined by the New Jersey Department of Personnel to determine whether he satisfies the English language requirement in the job specification for Assistant Environmental Engineer. If successful, appellant should be placed on the existing eligible list for that title, and should be included in the next certification which may be required by DEP.
ACTION: The Merit System Board remanded the matter to the Office of Administrative Law.
A-27 GEORGE JOHNSON
George Johnson, Human Services Assistant, Ancora Psychiatric Hospital, Department of Human Services, removal effective October 4, 1996, on charges of conviction of criminal offenses. The Merit System Board at its meeting of August 10, 1999, directed that this matter be held over for advice from the Attorney General's Office.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Uphold the removal.
ACTION: The Merit System Board remanded the matter to the Office of Administrative Law.
A-28 DENISE KIESLING - SETTLEMENT
Initial resignation not in good standing effective April 8, 1999, on charges of chronic or excessive absenteeism or lateness and failure to return from approved leave of absence for five consecutive work days. Settled to appellant being returned to employment until such time as the disposition of her Ordinary Disability Retirement application is known. If the application is denied, appellant shall resign in good standing. The Merit System Board at its meeting of December 7, 1999, directed that this matter be held over for the receipt of a letter clarifying the terms of the settlement.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Acknowledge the settlement.
ACTION: The Merit System Board acknowledged the settlement.
A-29 SHANNON STONEHAM-GAETANO AND MARIA CIUFO
Shannon Stoneham-Gaetano and Maria Ciufo, County Correction Officers, Monmouth County and Monmouth County Police Academy, removal effective February 11, 1998, on charges of dismissal from a basic training course for failing to successfully complete the handgun qualification course. The Merit System Board at its meeting of December 7, 1999, directed that this matter be held over for receipt of exceptions filed by Monmouth County with the Police Training Commission (PTC) which were not previously submitted to the Board.
Recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge - Reverse the removal and reinstate appellants to their former positions.
ACTION: The Merit System Board affirmed the recommendation of the Administrative Law Judge.
A-30 SETTLEMENTS
Ralph Latif Borough of Sayreville 15-day suspension and demotion
Francisco Martinez State-Operated School District of City of Newark 60-day suspension Mary Ruggiero County of Cumberland Removal
John Silber Department of Transportation Removal
ACTION: The Merit System Board acknowledged the settlements.
SECTION B - MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS
B-1 GEORGE BRAZDZIONIS
George Brazdzionis appeals his rejection as a County Correction Officer by the County of Hudson and its request to remove his name from the eligible list for County Correction Officer on the basis of psychological unfitness to perform effectively the duties of the position.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-2 MICHAEL DENHAM
Michael Denham, represented by Charles Uliano, Esq., appeals his rejection as a Juvenile Detention Officer candidate by the County of Monmouth and its request to remove his name from the subject eligible list on the basis of psychological unfitness to perform effectively the duties of the position.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-3 MARTIN MCPARLAND
Martin McParland, represented by George T. Daggett, Esq., appeals his rejection as a Senior Public Safety Telecommunicator candidate by the Township of Rockaway and its request to remove his name from the subject eligible list on the basis of psychological unfitness to perform effectively the duties of the position.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-4 CARMEN REYES
Carmen Reyes appeals her rejection as a Police Officer candidate by the City of Camden and its request to remove her name from the subject eligible list on the basis of psychological unfitness to perform effectively the duties of the position.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-5 KATHLEEN CONNERAN MORAN
Kathleen Conneran Moran, formerly a Graduate Nurse with Marlboro Psychiatric Hospital, Department of Human Services, appeals the denial of sick leave injury (SLI) benefits.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be granted in part.
B-6 ANGELA DRAKOULIS
Angela Drakoulis, a Family Service Specialist 3 with the division of Youth and Family Services, Department of Human Services, appeals the denial of sick leave injury (SLI) benefits.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-7 ROBERT FIORINI
Robert Fiorini, a Residential Services Specialist 1 with the Division of Youth and Family Services, Department of Human Services, appeals the denial of sick leave injury (SLI) benefits.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-8 ROSE MARIE FRASER
Rose Marie Fraser, a Human Services Assistant at North Jersey Developmental Center, Department of Human Services, appeals the denial of sick leave injury (SLI) benefits. At the time of the incident, appellant was employed at Woodbridge Developmental Center.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-9 DOROTHY GRAVES
Dorothy Graves, a Cottage Training Technician with Woodbridge Developmental Center, Department of Human Services, appeals the denial of sick leave injury (SLI) benefits.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-10 KIMBERLY HARRIS
Kimberly Harris, a Judiciary Clerk 3 with the Judiciary, represented by Gail E. Richardson, CWA Local 1034, appeals the denial of sick leave injury (SLI) benefits.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be granted in part.
B-11 SALY KOLANGADEN
Saly Kolangaden, a Head Nurse, 12 Months, with Trenton Psychiatric Hospital, Department of Human Services, appeals the denial of sick leave injury (SLI) benefits.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be granted.
B-12 BARRINGTON MAZZEO
Barrington Mazzeo, a Repairer with Rowan University, represented by Timothy W. Chell, Esq., appeals the denial of sick leave injury (SLI) benefits.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-13 DORIS PEDERSEN
Doris Pedersen, a Bridge Operator with the Department of Transportation, represented by Peter J. Farnsworth, Esq., appeals the denial of sick leave injury (SLI) benefits.
ACTION: The Merit System Board referred the appeal to the Medical Examiners Panel.
B-14 PATRICIA SATKOFSKY
Patricia Satkofsky, formerly a Supervising Payroll clerk with the Garden State Reception and Youth Correctional Facility, Department of Corrections, appeals the denial of sick leave injury (SLI) benefits.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be granted in part.
B-15 DORIS WHYTE
Doris Whyte, a Day Care Center Technician with the Department of Human Services, appeals the denial of sick leave injury (SLI) benefits.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-16 MARIA RUSSO
Maria Russo, a Security Systems Monitor with the Division of State Police, Department of Law and Public Safety, appeals the denial of sick leave injury (SLI) benefits.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-17 MARIA RUSSO
Maria Russo, a Security Systems Monitor with the Division of State Police, Department of Law and Public Safety, appeals the decision of the Attorney General, which found that she failed to present sufficient evidence to establish that she was sexually harassed.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-18 CATHERINE JACKSON
Catherine Jackson, a Contract Administrator 1 with the Department of Environmental Protection, appeals the determination of the Division of Equal Employment Protection, appeals the determination of the Division of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action, which stated that the appellant failed to present sufficient evidence to support a finding of probable cause that she had been discriminated against based on her race.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-19 JOHN CHOMA
The Department of Corrections appeals the decision of Human Resource Information Systems which found that it had not presented a sufficient basis to remove John Choma's name from the Correction Officer Recruit (S9999V), Department of Corrections, eligible list on the basis of an unsatisfactory criminal and driving record.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be granted and John Choma's name be removed from the eligible list.
B-20 BEVERLY HENDRICKS
Beverly Hendricks appeals the decision of Human Resource Information Services which found that the appointing authority had presented a sufficient basis to remove her name from the eligible list for Administrative Secretary (M4147S), City of Newark on the basis that she failed to pass examination procedures.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Yes) Alan Dexter Bowman (Abstained) Margaret E. L. Howard (Yes) Judith L. Shaw (Yes) Leo Vartan (Yes)
B-21 JOHN PITUCH
Passaic County appeals the decision of Human Resource Information Services which found that John Pituch was improperly removed from the list for Assistant Supervisor, Building Service (C01500O) since he did not possess a prior employment history that related adversely to the position.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied, John Pituch be appointed to the position of Assistant Supervisor, Building Service and Passaic County Properly dispose of the April 2, 1998 certification.
B-22 JUVAN RIVAS
Juvan Rivas, represented by Paul W. Bergrin, Esq., appeals the removal of his name from the eligible list for Police Officer (M3394X), City of Newark, due to an unsatisfactory criminal record.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Yes) Alan Dexter Bowman (Abstained) Margaret E. L. Howard (Yes) Judith L. Shaw (Yes) Leo Vartan (Yes)
B-23 JOSE ROMAN
Jose Roman appeals the decision of Human Resource Information Systems which found that the appointing authority had presented a sufficient basis to remove his name from the Boiler Operator (C1395T), Passaic County, eligible list on the basis that appellant did not appear for an interview.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be granted and the appellant's name be restored to the eligible list.
B-24 SALVATORE SORCE
Salvatore Sorce appeals the decision of Human Resource Information Systems which found that the appointing authority had presented a sufficient basis to remove his name from the eligible list for Correction Officer Recruit (S9998U), Department of Corrections, based on an adverse criminal record.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-25 JOSEPH J. LAGULLO
Joseph J. LaGullo appeals his bypass on the list for Administrative Analyst 1 (PS4220T), Department of Transportation.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-26 BRIAN BROWN
Brian Brown, a Clerk with the Department of the Treasury, represented by Jesse J. Averhart, Staff Representative, CWA Local 1033, petitions the Merit System Board for reconsideration of the final administrative decision, rendered June 21, 1999, which found that Brown's removal was justified.
ACTION: The Merit System Board denied the request for reconsideration.
B-27 RACHEL ANN BURRIS
The Superior Court, Appellate Division, has remanded for reconsideration the decision of the Merit System Board, rendered on December 8, 1998, awarding counsel fees to Rachel Ann Burris, a Police Officer with the Township of West Orange.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this matter be held over.
B-28 JERMAINE MOSES
Jermaine Moses, a Human Services Technician with the Hagedorn Gero-Psychiatric Hospital, Department of Human Services, petitions the Merit System Board for reconsideration of the final administrative decision, rendered October 26, 1999, which found that Moses' removal was justified.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-29 EDWARD O'NEIL
Edward O'Neil, an Equipment Operator with the Department of Public Works, Borough of Highlands, petitions the Merit System Board for reconsideration of the final administrative decision, rendered on June 8, 1999, which found that the appellant's removal was justified. This matter was held over from the Board's December 7, 1999 meeting for further review.
ACTION: The Merit System Board granted the request for reconsideration and directed that the removal be modified to a 90-day suspension.
B-30 JAMES CAMPBELL
James Campbell, a Senior Maintenance Repairer with the Jersey City Housing Authority (JCHA), represented by Neal E. Brunson, Esq., requests interim relief.
ACTION: The Merit System Board granted the request for interim relief.
B-31 SHERIFF'S OFFICER, HUDSON COUNTY
The Hudson County Sheriff's Office, represented by Stephen E. Trimboli, Esq., appeals the decision by the Director Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action, which denied its request for 13 bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) designations (female-only) for Sheriff's Officer.
ACTION: The Merit System Board granted the request.
B-32 HAROLD WEIGLE
Harold Weigle, an Inspector, Fire Safety with the Department of Community Affairs (DCA), represented by William B. Hildebrand, Esq., appealed his removal on charges. The Merit System Board acknowledged a settlement between Mr. Weigle and DCA, represented by Kenneth C. Green, Deputy Attorney General, which partially resolved issues related to Mr. Weigle's appeal of his removal. The matter is now before the Board regarding the remaining issues and whether there is a need for a hearing.
ACTION: The Merit System Board granted a hearing.
B-33 CLERK TYPIST (SPECIAL REEMPLOYMENT LIST), TOWN OF IRVINGTON
The appointing authority's failure to properly dispose of the certification for Clerk Typist while a provisional appointee is serving in the title has been referred to the Merit System Board for enforcement.
ACTION: The Merit System Board ordered the appointing authority to remove the provisional appointee, make an appointment from the certification and pay compliance costs.
B-34 LEAD POISONING INSPECTOR (M0839W), CITY OF NEWARK
The appointing authority's failure to properly dispose of the certification for Lead Poisoning Inspector while a provisional appointee is serving in the title has been referred to the Merit System Board for enforcement.
ACTION: The Merit System Board ordered the appointing authority to remove the provisional appointee, make an appointment from the certification and pay compliance costs.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Yes) Alan Dexter Bowman (Abstained) Margaret E. L. Howard (Yes) Judith L. Shaw (Yes) Leo Vartan (Yes)
B-35 PRINCIPAL CLERK TRANSCRIBER (M7566W), CITY OF EAST ORANGE
The appointing authority's failure to properly dispose of the certification for Principal Clerk Transcriber while a provisional appointee is serving in the title has been referred to the Merit System Board for enforcement.
ACTION: The Merit System Board revived the (M7566W) eligible list, ordered the appointing authority to remove the provisional appointee, make an appointment from the certification and pay compliance costs.
B-36 RECEPTIONIST (M7303W), CITY OF EAST ORANGE
The appointing authority's failure to properly dispose of the certification for Receptionist while provisional appointees are serving in the title has been referred to the Merit System Board for enforcement.
ACTION: The Merit System Board revived the (M7303W) eligible list, ordered the appointing authority to remove the provisional appointees, make an appointment from the certification and pay compliance costs.
B-37 JAMES FALKOWSKI
James Falkowski, a Police Officer with the Police Department of the Township of Long Beach, represented by Michael A. Bukosky, Esq., seeks enforcement of that part of the Merit System Board decision rendered on November 6, 1997, granting him back pay.
ACTION: The Merit System Board denied the request.
B-38 ALLEN CHENG
Allen Cheng, a Principal Environmental Engineer with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), represented by Mark Rosenbaum, Esq., appeals his close-out Performance Assessment Review (PAR) rating of "5" (significantly below standards), dated July 6, 1995, and his final adjusted PAR rating of "4" (marginally below standards) for the annual rating period.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-39 IYANA BYRD
The appeal of Iyana Byrd, a Human Services Assistant at the Vineland Developmental Center, Department of Human Services, regarding her removal, effective October 30, 1997, on charges of physical abuse of a client, was originally heard by Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Robert W. Scott, who rendered his initial decision on November 13, 1998, reversing the removal. At its meeting of January 26, 1999, the Merit System Board (Board) considered this matter but requested a summary of the testimony taken at the hearing before the OAL. However, due to a taping malfunction, the complete testimony was not available and the Board at its meeting of March 9, 1999, remanded the matter to the Office of Administrative law for a reconstruction of the testimony after the point that the tape malfunctioned. In his October 29, 1999 remand decision, the ALJ again reversed the appellant's removal. At its meeting on December 7, 1999, the Board accepted and adopted the ALJ's recommendation. The proposed final decision is now submitted for the Board's review.
ACTION: The Merit System Board adopted the final decision.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Yes) Alan Dexter Bowman (Yes) Margaret E. L. Howard (Abstained) Judith L. Shaw (Yes) Leo Vartan (Yes)
B-40 CARMEN CAMUSO
The appeal of Carmen Camuso, a School Crossing Guard with the City of Newark, of her removal effective December 11, 1997, on charges, was heard by Administrative Law Judge Arnold Samuels (ALJ), who rendered his initial decision on October 26, 1999. At its meeting on December 7, 1999, the Merit System Board did not accept the ALJ's recommendation to uphold the removal. Rather the Board ordered that this matter be remanded to the Office of Administrative Law. The proposed decision is now submitted for the Board's review.
ACTION: The Merit System Board adopted the final decision.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Yes) Alan Dexter Bowman (Yes) Margaret E. L. Howard (Abstained) Judith L. Shaw (Yes) Leo Vartan (Yes)
B-41 SEAN CLARK
The appeal of Sean Clark, a Building Maintenance Worker with the Trenton Housing Authority, of his removal effective February 13, 1997, on charges, was heard by Administrative Law Judge Joseph F. Martone (ALJ), who rendered his initial decision on October 28, 1999. The Merit System Board, at its meeting on December 7, 1999, adopted the ALJ's recommendation to uphold the removal. The proposed final decision is now submitted for the Board's review.
ACTION: The Merit System Board adopted the final decision.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Yes) Alan Dexter Bowman (Yes) Margaret E. L. Howard (Abstained) Judith L. Shaw (Yes) Leo Vartan (Yes)
B-42 DEBORAH HANSEN
The appeal of Deborah A. Hansen, a Deputy Compact Administrator with the Department of Corrections, of her removal effective May 26, 1994, on charges, was heard by Administrative Law Judge Jeff S. Masin, who rendered his initial decision on March 11, 1999 upholding the removal. At its meeting on November 23, 1999, the Board accepted and adopted the ALJ's recommendation to uphold the appellant's removal. The proposed final decision is now submitted for the Board's review.
ACTION: The Merit System Board adopted the final decision.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Yes) Alan Dexter Bowman (Yes) Margaret E. L. Howard (Yes) Judith L. Shaw (Abstained) Leo Vartan (Yes)
B-43 ANDREW IZATT
The appeal of Andrew Izatt, the Chief of Police for the Borough of South Tomas River, of his removal effective August 28, 1998 on charges, was heard by Administrative Law Judge Robert S. Miller, who rendered his initial decision on October 26, 1999 modifying the removal to a six-month suspension. At its meeting on December 7, 1999, the Board accepted and adopted the ALJ's recommendation. The proposed final decision is now submitted for the Board's review.
ACTION: The Merit System Board adopted the final decision.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Yes) Alan Dexter Bowman (Yes) Margaret E. L. Howard (Abstained) Judith L. Shaw (Yes) Leo Vartan (Yes)
B-44 SUSAN LUPO AND WILLIAM QUINN III
The appeals of two Program Coordinators (Mental Health) with Meadowview Psychiatric Hospital, Hudson County: Susan Lupo of the good faith of her layoff effective December 31, 1997; and William Quinn III, of his demotion in lieu of layoff to the title of Senior Clerk Typist effective December 31, 1997, were heard by Administrative Law Judge Irene Jones (ALJ) who rendered her initial decision on July 19, 1999. At its meeting on November 23, 1999, the Merit System Board accepted and adopted the ALJ's recommendation to uphold the layoffs. The proposed final decision is now submitted for the Board's review.
ACTION: The Merit System Board adopted the final decision.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Yes) Alan Dexter Bowman (Yes) Margaret E. L. Howard (Yes) Judith L. Shaw (Abstained) Leo Vartan (Yes)
B-45 STEPHEN M. PAULIS
The appeal of Stephen M. Paulis, a Probation Officer with the Probation Department, Ocean County, of his resignation not in good standing effective July 22, 1992, was heard by Administrative Law Judge Lillard E. Law (ALJ), who rendered his initial decision on October 7, 1999. At its meeting on November 23, 1999, the Merit System Board did not accept the ALJ's recommendation to uphold the resignation not in good standing. Rather, the Board concluded that the appropriate outcome is a resignation in good standing. The proposed final decision is now submitted for the Board's review.
ACTION: The Merit System Board adopted the final decision.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Yes) Alan Dexter Bowman (Yes) Margaret E. L. Howard (Yes) Judith L. Shaw (Abstained) Leo Vartan (Yes)
B-46 MARIO SIMMONS
The appeal of Mario Simmons, a Police Officer with the City of Newark, regarding a 120-day suspension on charges, was heard by Administrative Law Judge Michael L. Ravin (ALJ), who rendered his initial decision on September 10, 1999 reducing the 120-day suspension to a 60-day suspension. At its meeting on October 26, 1999, the Board concluded that the 120-day suspension should be reduced to a 15-day suspension. The proposed final decision is now submitted for the Board's review.
ACTION: The Merit System Board adopted the final decision.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Yes) Alan Dexter Bowman (Abstained) Margaret E. L. Howard (Yes) Judith L. Shaw (Yes) Leo Vartan (Abstained)
B-47 WILFORD SMITH
The appeal of Wilford Smith, Director of Custody Operations with New Jersey State Prison, Department of Corrections, of his 45-day suspension on charges was heard by Administrative Law Judge Anthony T. Bruno (ALJ), who rendered his initial decision on September 29, 1999. At its meeting on November 23, 1999, the Merit System Board did not accept the ALJ's recommendation to uphold the 45-day suspension. Rather the Board concluded that a suspension of 15 days was warranted. The proposed final decision is now submitted for the Board's review.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this matter be held over.
B-48 LEAO PRICE
The appeal of Leao Price, a Senior Correction Officer with Central Transportation, Department of Corrections (DOC), of appellant's removal effective August 19, 1998 on charges, was heard by Administrative Law Judge Bruce R. Campbell (ALJ), who rendered his initial decision on August 17, 1999 upholding the removal. At its meeting on October 26, 1999, the Merit System Board (Board) upheld the appellant's removal. However, the matter is now presented to the Board for reconsideration.
ACTION: The Merit System Board granted the request for reconsideration but reaffirmed the prior decision upholding the removal.
B-49 MUHAMMAD BASHIR
Muhammad Bashir appeals the determination of the Division of Selection Services which found that he did not meet the experience requirements for the promotional examination for Principal Income Maintenance Technician (PS7346K), Department of Human Services.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-50 MERCEDES BEST
Mercedes Best appeals the determination of the Division of Selection Services which found that appellant did not meet the requirements for the Technician, Management Information Systems (PS7092H), Department of Health and Senior Services, promotional examination.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be granted.
B-51 HERMAN J. BIUNNO
Herman J. Biunno appeals the determination of the Division of Selection Services, which found that he did not meet the license requirement for the open competitive examination for Range Instructor (M9091O), Jersey City.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-52 CATHERINE A. BOLAND, ET AL.
Catherine A. Boland, Peter E. Gartenmayer and Virginia A. Mosca appeal the determination of the Division of Selection Services, which found that they did not meet the experience requirement for the promotional examination for Supervising Program Development Specialist (Mental Health Services) (PS8270K), Department of Human Services.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that these appeals be denied.
B-53 ROBERT BONTATIBUS
Robert Bontatibus appeals the decision of the Division of Selection Services which found that appellant did not meet the experience requirements for the open competitive examination for Director of Food Services (C0442O), Passaic County.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be granted.
B-54 REBECCA BRIEGER PAREDES
Rebecca Brieger Paredes appeals the determination of the Division of Selection Services which found that she did not meet the minimum experience requirements for the promotional examination for Claims Examiner Unemployment and Disability Insurance (PS5772N), Department of Labor.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-55 CARLA COOPER, ET AL.
Carla Cooper, Ann Ludwig and Mahmood Chaudhry appeal the decisions of the Division of Selection Services which found that they did not meet the education and experience requirements for the promotional examination for Administrative Assistant 3 (PS6369H), Department of Health and Senior Services
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-56 BARBARA A. CUCCAGNA
Barbara A. Cuccagna appeals the decision of the Division of Selection Services which found that she did not meet the experience requirements for the promotional examination for Management Improvement Specialist 2 (PS5639K), Medical Assistance and Health Services.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-57 MYRTLE A. DANIELS
Myrtle A. Daniels appeals the determination of the Division of Selection Services which found that she did not meet the experience requirement for the promotional examination for Administrative Analyst 4 (Data Processing), (PS5967I), Department of Corrections.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-58 ANGELA M. ESPOSITO
Angela M. Esposito appeals the decision of the Division of Selection Services which found that appellant did not meet the experience requirements for the open competitive examination for Supervisor of Accounts (M06170), Jersey City.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-59 CHARLES LASKAY
Charles Laskay appeals the decision of the Division of Selection Services which found that appellant did not meet the experience requirement for the open competitive examination for County Park Ranger (C0305O), Monmouth County.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-60 NORMAN S. LAWRENCE
Norman S. Lawrence appeals the determination of the Division of Selection Services which found that he did not meet the experience requirement for the promotional examination for Communication Systems Technician 2, (PS8309I), Department of Corrections.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be granted.
B-61 ANTHONY LISTA
Anthony Lista appeals the determination of the Division of Human Resource Management which found that he was ineligible for the promotional examination for Quality Assurance Specialist, Health Services (PS7442K), Ancora Psychiatric Hospital.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-62 JAMES A. MAHER, JR.
James A. Maher, Jr. appeals the decision of the Division of Selection Services which found that appellant did not meet the education and experience requirements for the open competitive examination for Investment Analyst 1 (S1768U).
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-63 ILINE RICHARDS
Iline Richards appeals the determination of the Division of Selection Services which found that she did not meet the experience requirements for the promotional examination for Supervising Administrative Analyst (PS7486K), Department of Human Services.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-64 SARAH J. SEIGEL
Sarah J. Seigel appeals the determination of the Division of Human Resource Management which found that she did not meet the eligibility requirements for the promotional examination for Contract Administrator 2 (PS6757D), Department of Community Affairs.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-65 ROBERT J. WIDITZ
Robert J. Widitz appeals the determination of the Division of Selection Services which found that he did not meet the experience requirements for the open competitive examination for Program Specialist, Alcohol Abuse Activities (C0610W), Atlantic County.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be granted.
B-66 PATRICIA A. CARNEVALE
Patricia A. Carnevale appeals her score for the promotional examination for Supervisor Personnel Records and Payroll Processing 2 (PS3044H), Department of Health.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-67 CHERYL STRASSER
Cheryl Strasser appeals her score on the examination for Accountant (C0728W), Ocean County.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
B-68 FRANCIS E. BRAY, JR.
Francis E. Bray, Jr. appeals the determination of the Division of Selection Services which found that he did not meet the residency requirement for Human Resource Consultant 1 and 2 (S6140W and S6141W), open competitive examinations.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that this appeal be denied.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Abstained) Alan Dexter Bowman (Yes) Margaret E. L. Howard (Yes) Judith L. Shaw (Yes) Leo Vartan (Yes)
B-69 DEBRA F. NARDUCCI
The Director, Division of Selection Services, on behalf of the Department of Treasury requests that Debra F. Narducci's out-of-title work be accepted for a lateral qualifying examination for Senior Audit Account Clerk.
ACTION: The Merit System Board granted the request.
B-70 SALARY REGULATIONS (FY 2000)
It is recommended that the Merit System Board record the modified salary regulations for Fiscal Year 2000 regarding aligned, non-aligned and management employees, as well as emergency condition rates.
ACTION: The Merit System Board recorded the salary regulations.
B-71 MERIT SYSTEM BOARD MINUTES
The Merit System Board Minutes for the meeting of November 23, 1999 are submitted for adoption.
ACTION: The Merit System Board adopted the minutes for the Meeting of November 23, 1999.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Yes) Alan Dexter Bowman (Yes) Margaret E. L. Howard (Yes) Judith L. Shaw (Abstained) Leo Vartan (Yes)
B-72 MERIT SYSTEM BOARD MINUTES
The Merit System Board Minutes for the meeting of December 7, 1999 are submitted for adoption.
ACTION: The Merit System Board adopted the minutes for the Meeting of December 7, 1999.
VOTE: Janice Mitchell Mintz (Yes) Alan Dexter Bowman (Yes) Margaret E. L. Howard (Abstained) Judith L. Shaw (Yes) Leo Vartan (Yes)
B-73 DEBORAH L. FISHER AND ANN T. SHERMAN
Deborah L. Fisher and Ann T. Sherman appeal the determinations of the Division of Selection Services, which found that they did not meet the experience requirements for the promotional examination for Principal clerk Transcriber (PS7497K), Vineland Developmental Center.
ACTION: The Merit System Board directed that these appeals be denied.
B-74 EARLY SETTLEMENTS
Melvin Bessant Department of the Treasury 10-day suspension
Beatrice Dada Division of Youth and Family Services Department of Human Services Removal
Wayne Evans Department of Transportation 3-month suspension and Removal
Michael Fedynich Palisades Interstate Park Commission Removal
Barry Jackson Ancora Psychiatric Hospital Department of Human Services Removal
Adelaida Massol Division of Youth and Family Services Department of Human Services Removal
Jerome Pitt Ancora Psychiatric Hospital Department of Human Services Removal
Kenneth Procaccini Department of Transportation 7-day suspension
Jacqueline M. Richardson Division of Law Department of Law and Public Safety Release at the end of the working test period
Benjamin Rockson Administrative Office of the Courts Passaic County Vicinage Release at the end of the working test period
Kareem Sunra New Jersey State Prison Department of Corrections Removal
Christine Voto Ramapo College of New Jersey Return to formerly held permanent title at the end of the working test period
Kirk D. Weber Ancora Psychiatric Hospital Department of Human Services Removal
Cheryl Wiggins Division of Youth and Family Services Department of Human Services Removal
ACTION: The Merit System Board acknowledged the settlements.
There being no further business before the Merit System Board, the meeting was adjourned to convene on Tuesday, January 25, 2000, at 10:00 a.m., at 3 Station Plaza, Trenton, New Jersey.
__________________________________ JANICE MITCHELL MINTZ CHAIRWOMAN MERIT SYSTEM BOARD
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