(a) The purpose of the promotional and selection policies and procedures of the Texas Department of Public Safety is to assure that initial employment and career advancement within the department is based upon:
  (1) sound personnel practices based on merit;
  (2) nondiscriminatory procedures as required by law; and
  (3) a comprehensive program aimed at increasing the department's overall professionalism, proficiency, and morale through an effective career program.
(b) This department's selection procedures for entry level law enforcement positions are set into motion as dates for recruit schools are scheduled. The recruiting efforts for this position are an ongoing process. Recruiting efforts and selection procedures for other entry level positions are set into motion as needed or as vacancies occur.

Source Note: The provisions of this §1.37 adopted to be effective January 1, 1976; amended to be effective June 29, 2000, 25 TexReg 6153