DARIEN FIRE & RESCUE

107.00 - TRANSFERS

1. Every department member is subject to transfer as a result of departmental reorganization or to meet operational needs.

2. A member mandatorily transferred shall be given as much prior notice as is practical to allow the member to make necessary personal arrangements.

3. A member may request a transfer to another assignment provided he meets the position's minimum qualifications. To transfer, the member must submit a written request to the Fire Chief via the member's immediate supervisor.

4. Requests for transfers may be accommodated whenever possible, but the Fire Chief has final authority to grant or deny a voluntary transfer request, based on the overall impact the transfer would have on the organization.

5. When a transfer is denied, the Fire Chief shall provide the reasons for the denial to the member who made the request. The reasons shall be put in writing.