Following promotion into a classified position, an employee shall complete a probationary period of employment in the position. About 20 years ago, I was working at a position with a one year maximum length (only funded for that long) with a six month probationary period.I got a few offers, and one of them (my top choice) has a 90 day probation period. I need help writing a probationary period letter between employer and employer. 30 days of no no-call or no-shows. The types of County employment are: Probationary Employee: An employee on a trial status during the initial period of employment. A probationary period is a stretch of time during which a new or existing employee receives extra supervision and coaching. Candidates must be notified in writing of the applicable probationary period before commencing employment. You may be required to serve a probationary period. How specific do I need to be on employment dates on the application?