Law Summary

Purpose

• This Executive Order aims to abolish the differentiation between Spanish and English examinations concerning the maximum allowable salary for civil service positions.

Legal Authority

• Issued by Manuel L. Quezon, President of the Philippines.
• Based on the recommendation of the Commissioner of Civil Service.

Key Provisions

• Individuals who qualify in a Spanish examination may be promoted to positions with salaries equivalent to those allowed for English examination qualifiers if certain conditions are met.

Conditions for Promotion

• The appointing officer must certify one of the following:
  • The principal duties of the position require knowledge of Spanish.
  • The employee possesses sufficient knowledge of English to perform the duties of the proposed position.

Amendments to Existing Rules

• Section seven, Rule XI of the Civil Service Rules, as stated in Executive Order No. 5 (January 9, 1909) and amended by Executive Order No. 34 (April 2, 1914), is further amended to reflect this change.

Important Details

• The order is effective as of November 17, 1939. • It unifies the criteria for salary qualifications regardless of the examination language. • It seeks to promote inclusivity in civil service roles by recognizing proficiency in both languages.

Cross-References

• Executive Order No. 5 (1909)
• Executive Order No. 34 (1914)

Key Takeaways

• The Executive Order No. 235 effectively removes the salary differentiation based on examination language.
• Promotion to higher salary positions requires certification by the appointing officer regarding language proficiency and job requirements.
• This amendment aims to streamline civil service promotions and ensure equitable treatment of employees based on their language qualifications.