22VAC40-151-210: Qualifications

A. Standards establishing minimum position qualifications shall be applicable to all providers. In lieu of the minimum position qualifications contained in this chapter, providers subject to (i) the regulations of the Virginia Department of Human Resource Management or (ii) the regulations of a local government personnel office may develop written minimum entry-level qualifications in accord with the regulations of the supervising personnel authority.

B. A person who assumes or is designated to assume the responsibilities of a position or any combination of positions described in these standards shall:

1. Meet the qualifications of the position or positions;

2. Fully comply with all applicable standards for each function; and

3. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the policies and procedures that are applicable to his specific position or positions.

C. When services or consultations are obtained on a contractual basis they shall be provided by professionally qualified personnel.