What occurs when a position becomes vacant due to retirement or illness?

When a position becomes vacant due to retirement or illness, it indeed creates a vacancy that is considered an exception to the bid cycle. This means that the usual procedures or timelines associated with filling positions through the bid cycle may not apply in these specific cases.

Such vacancies are often urgent, and the department may need to fill them quickly to ensure that operations continue smoothly and that necessary duties are fulfilled. This exception allows for a more expedited process to address critical needs without waiting for the regular bidding period to conclude.

Understanding this context helps clarify why this option is the most appropriate choice in relation to how vacancies are handled within the policy framework.