Basic Xxxxxxx Training. The parties agree that Basic Xxxxxxx Training will benefit both the Union and the University by facilitating labor relations between the parties. It is agreed that after Union Officer elections, which are normally held between January and February of odd numbered years, the union shall promptly provide the Director, Labor Relations (as per 2.§3) with a list of the newly elected Chief Xxxxxxx, Stewards and their Alternates, as well as which of these individuals should receive Basic Xxxxxxx Training. If the University questions any name on the list, the Director, Labor Relations will contact the Union to discuss the name. Once the parties reach an agreement regarding the list, the Employer agrees to release the listed employees for up to eight (8) hours with pay, for Basic Xxxxxxx Training. If operationally necessary, the Basic Xxxxxxx Training class can be divided into two separate dates provided the two dates are not more than ten (10) working days apart. Every effort will be made to hold classes during summer sessions. If the employee has previously attended Basic Xxxxxxx Training and refresher training is needed, the Union shall notify the Director, Labor Relations requesting the employees’ attendance. The Union will notify the Director of Labor Relations when there is a need for all stewards listed to attend the training (changes in curriculum, MERC decisions). Questions concerning the list will be handled in a timely manner. Normally, training will be for eight (8) hours. Employees are expected to attend the date they are scheduled or will be charged appropriate leave. Only employees on paid status will be eligible for time paid.
Basic Xxxxxxx Training. The parties agree that Basic Xxxxxxx Training will benefit both the Union and the University. It is agreed that after Union Officer elections, which are normally held between January and February of odd numbered years, the union shall promptly provide the Director, Labor Relations (as per 2.§3) with a list of the newly elected Chief Xxxxxxx, Stewards and their Alternates, as well as which of these individuals should receive Basic Xxxxxxx Training. If the University questions any name on the list, the Director, Labor Relations will contact the Union to discuss the name. Once the parties reach an agreement regarding the list, the Employer agrees to release the listed employees for up to eight (8) hours with pay, for Basic Xxxxxxx Training. This time will not to be deducted from the “Union Educational Leaves” (2.§6). If operationally necessary, the Basic Xxxxxxx Training class can be divided into two separate dates provided the two dates are not more than ten (10) working days apart. Every effort will be made to hold classes during summer sessions. If the employee has previously attended Basic Xxxxxxx Training and refresher training is needed, the Union shall notify the Director, Labor Relations requesting the employees’ attendance.
