For the purpose of determining membership in the system under K.S.A. 74-4911 of the act, and amendments thereto, the year of service required for coverage under the retirement system shall commence with the first day the employee commences work with the employer in a covered position as defined by K.S.A. 74-4902(13), and amendments thereto.
Kan. Admin. Regs. § 80-1-1