Md. Code, State Pers. & Pens. § 7-701
Current with changes from the 2024 Legislative Session, chs. 2--407, effective on or before 7/1/2024
Section 7-701 - Part-time employment(a) In this title, "part-time employee" means an employee who works an average of 50% or more but less than 100% of the regular workweek.(b) An individual who is a full-time employee who is qualified for or desires to be a full-time employee may not be required to accept part-time employment as a condition of continued or new State employment.(c) An individual who is a part-time employee who is qualified for or desires to be a part-time employee may not be required to accept full-time employment as a condition of continued or new State employment.(d)(1) In accordance with regulations adopted by the Secretary, a part-time employee is entitled to receive all employment rights, privileges, and benefits that are normally available to a full-time employee in a similar position with a similar grade and length of service.(2) Benefits shall be prorated in proportion to the number of hours employed.