Maryland § 8-104

§ 8-104.

    (a)    (1)    Pay rates in the Standard Pay Plan may be set by:

            (i)    a series of pay grades and steps within each grade;

            (ii)    fixed rates; or

            (iii)    minimum and maximum amounts.

        (2)    Pay rates in the Executive Pay Plan may be set by:

            (i)    a series of executive pay grades and steps within each grade;

            (ii)    fixed rates; or

            (iii)    minimum and maximum amounts.

    (b)    In setting or amending a pay rate, the Secretary shall consider:

        (1)    the prevailing pay rates for comparable services in private and public employment;

        (2)    experience;

        (3)    living costs;

        (4)    benefits; and

        (5)    the financial condition and policies of this State.

    (c)    A pay rate in either pay plan is subject to any limitations included in the State budget.