15-1331 - Arizona Statutes

15-1331. Equity study for school personnel A. The department of administration shall: 1. In consultation with the department of education and the board of directors, conduct salary equity studies for teachers, credentialed specialists and other personnel unique to the school. For teachers, compensation for extracurricular activities shall be included. The department of administration shall conduct a full study once every five years by analyzing salary structures for similar personnel in school districts in this state providing significant programs for sensory impaired children. The average salary increase awarded to similar positions in three school districts included in the full study and selected by the department of administration and department of education in consultation with the board shall be reported for consideration by the joint legislative budget committee. 2. Conduct reclassification studies for all other personnel with follow-up studies as necessary. B. The board shall use the results of the department of administration's studies in determining salaries pursuant to section 15-1329 and in making its budget request. The joint legislative budget committee may consider the results of the studies in making its recommendations for funding of existing personnel services.