4.1 Definition
Shift differential pay, for the purpose of this Section, is defined as pay at a rate which is one step above the extra help employee’s base pay in the salary range for their classification. If the base pay is at the top step, shift differential pay shall be computed at one step above such base pay.
4.2 Applicable Shifts
Shift differential will be paid at shift differential rates for all hours worked between 6:00 pm and 6:00 am, excluding those on alternate work schedules, regardless of when shift begins.
To be eligible for shift differential, such shifts must be approved by the Department Head or designee. Time worked on a flexible schedule requested by the employee and approved by the supervisor shall not be eligible for shift differential.
4.3 Split Shifts
A split shift shall be defined as a daily work schedule that is interrupted by non-paid, non-working periods established by the County, other than bonafide rest or meal periods.
Extra-help employees who are assigned to, and work, a split shift as defined in this Section shall be paid a minimum of one (1) hour of pay at the California state minimum wage, in addition to the shift differential described in Section 8.2 where applicable.
Where shift differential is paid, it will only be paid for actual hours worked, not for the additional one (1) hour of pay at the California state minimum wage.