Une note de service présente les modalités de déroulement de carrière et de mobilité des personnels des bibliothèques, des Ingénieurs et techniciens de recherche et de formation (ITRF) et des personnels administratifs, techniques, sociaux et de santé (ATSS). Elle vise à favoriser la mobilité entre les trois filières, à valoriser la reconnaissance des compétences et des parcours professionnels des agents, et à harmoniser les procédures.
Note de service n° 2015-172 du 12 octobre 2015. Voir l'article...
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