Title
Supreme Court
Rules for CES Original and Promotional Appointments
Law
Cesb No. 718
Decision Date
Feb 21, 2008
A Philippine Jurisprudence case examines the ranking structure, appointment requirements, performance ratings, training requirements, necessary documents, separability clause, repealing clause, and effective date of a law governing the Career Executive Service (CES) ranks, providing a comprehensive framework for career progression within the CES.

Law Summary

Appointment to CES Ranks

  • Original appointments to CES ranks are made by the President upon recommendation by the CES Board.
  • Appointment is qualified based on the salary grade of the position held by the CES Eligible.

Performance Requirements for Original Appointment

  • CES Eligible must have at least a "Very Satisfactory" performance rating for the year immediately prior to appointment.

Training Requirements for Original Appointment

  • Vary according to rank:
    • CESO I: Completion of Executive Leadership Program (ELP) plus three accredited training programs.
    • CESO II: ELP plus two accredited training programs.
    • CESO III: ELP plus one accredited training program.
    • CESO IV: Completion of Salamin, Diwa, and Gabay courses or ELP equivalency.
    • CESO V: Completion of Salamin and Diwa courses or equivalent.
    • CESO VI: Completion of Salamin course or equivalent.

Promotional Appointment to Higher CES Ranks

  • CESOs promoted to higher CES positions may be appointed to corresponding higher ranks upon CES Board recommendation.
  • CESOs may also be promoted to higher ranks without change in position based on qualifications.

Residency and Performance for Promotion

  • A minimum residency of three years in the current rank is required for promotion.
  • Performance ratings of "Very Satisfactory" are required each year during residency.
  • An "Outstanding" rating counts as two years residency for promotion purposes.
  • Unsatisfactory ratings reset accumulated performance credits.

Training Requirements for Promotion

  • CESOs must fulfill the same training requirements as for original appointment to the higher rank.

Documentary and Clearance Requirements for Appointment

  • Must submit clearances from:
    • Current department or agency
    • Civil Service Commission
    • Sandiganbayan
    • Office of the Ombudsman
    • Presidential Anti-Graft Commission
    • National Bureau of Investigation
  • A sworn self-certification that no pending administrative or criminal cases exist.
  • Certified copies of appointment papers, service records, and training certificates.

Final Provisions

  • Separability clause ensures the rest of the resolution remains effective if any provision is invalidated.
  • Repeals inconsistent existing CES rules and regulations.
  • The resolution takes effect 15 days after publication in a newspaper of general circulation or the official gazette.

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