What is the probationary period for Preferred Service employees?

The probationary period for Preferred Service employees in Tennessee State Government is defined as follows:

• Duration: 12 to 24 months.
• Start Date: Begins on the employee’s first day of employment or the effective date of their promotion to a new role.
• Purpose: Must be completed to become a Preferred Service employee.

Important Notes:

• During the probationary period, an employee may be terminated for any reason, subject to applicable laws, rules, and policies.
• Employees serving their initial probationary period (first 12 months of State employment) are not eligible for appeal rights if terminated.
• Employees on subsequent probation (due to promotion into a new role) retain appeal rights.

For more information, visit the TN State Government Employee Handbook at https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/hr/documents/EmployeeHandbook.pdf.