Every year many insured workers retire in our country and many people begin public service careers. New civil servants are called probationary (candidate) civil servants. During the probationary period, candidate civil servants undergo various trainings and internships. After successfully completing these, they are promoted to permanent civil servant status. In this article we will examine the transition of candidate civil servants to permanent status and how long that process typically takes. The probationary period places significant responsibilities on the candidates.
As is known, civil service is divided into two categories: permanent and substitute. The probationary period for candidate civil servants is not less than one year and not more than two years. During this time, candidates receive basic and preparatory trainings. If a person has served less than one year as a candidate civil servant, transition to permanent status is not possible.
The probationary period determines whether candidate civil servants will remain in public service. During probation, candidates are subject to written examinations based on the provisions of the applicable regulations after receiving basic and preparatory training. Transition from candidate to permanent civil servant occurs at the end of the probationary period. Candidates who achieve the required scores on these exams begin the transition to permanent status. Those who fail the exams or trainings have their civil service terminated. Similarly, individuals who fail the internship are dismissed from duty.
Considering these points, it is clear that the probationary period is very important for civil servants. When evaluating internships for promotion to permanent status, various attributes of candidates are assessed. If these attributes are rated positively, the internship is considered successful and the transition process begins. The evaluated attributes include:
- Attention to appearance and dress.
- Manners and conduct.
- Civility and humility.
- Composure and dignity.
- Seriousness in duty.
- Tendency toward personal gain.
- Impartiality and fairness in practice.
- Appropriate use of materials and time.
- Compliance with laws, regulations and orders.
- Completing tasks fully and on time.
- Behavior toward superiors.
- Behavior toward coworkers at the desk or workplace.
- Willingness, enthusiasm and diligence in carrying out duties.
- Capacity for research and analysis.
- Resistance to physical fatigue.
- Resistance to mental or intellectual fatigue.
- Aptitude for teamwork.
- Aptitude for earning a livelihood.
- Honesty and integrity.
- Habit of gossiping or spreading rumors.
- Respect for confidentiality and ability to keep secrets.
- Misuse or abuse of trust.
- Professional knowledge and competence.
A permanent civil servant is one who has received permanent status. The time it takes a candidate to obtain permanency generally ranges from one to two years. During the probationary period, the work environment and workflow are observed so the candidate can understand operational processes. Permanent civil servants have the right to resign. If a permanent civil servant resigns, they may later return to a public institution they choose, whereas a candidate who resigns may only return to their original institution. Candidate civil servants do not have the right to take leave, including annual leave, in the first year, and they do not have the inter-institutional transfer rights that permanent civil servants enjoy.
Once a candidate civil servant’s transition to permanent status is approved, they may request a transfer to another institution. Candidate civil servants do not have the right to be assigned elsewhere during probation. After receiving permanency and applying to the appropriate authority, they may request reassignment to a different institution.