Essential employee: An employee in a designated occupational class or position who must report to work during a period of general emergency or liberal leave. • Fill the application out in a legible manner.Probationary status should not be construed as a contract or guarantee of employment. Montgomery County is an at will employer. A probationary-status employee shall be required to serve at least a six-month probationary period in any regular position to which promoted. Every appointment and promotion to a position in the competitive or labor class shall be for a probationary period of one year unless otherwise set forth. Are legally eligible for employment in the United States? 1 General - All employees hired for regular employment will complete an initial probationary period.