CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING. 0l General The parties recognize that in order to maintain and enhance professional expertise, employees, from time to time, need to have an opportunity to attend or participate in career development activities described in this Article.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING. General
19.01 The parties recognize that, in order to maintain and enhance professional expertise, employees need opportunities from time to time to participate in career development and training activities described in this Article. Participation in such activities is subject to operational and budgetary considerations, and should be equitably distributed among members of the bargaining unit having regard to specific individual needs. Professional Development
(a) An employee shall have the opportunity on occasion to attend conferences and to participate in training programs which support current and future roles required by the organization.
(b) An employee on occasion may be granted approval to participate in work exchanges and research projects related to the employee’s field of specialization.
(c) An employee participating in activities under this clause will be reimbursed reasonable expenses including registration fees, tuition and travel expenses.
(d) An employee shall not be entitled to any compensation under Article 10 (Overtime, Call-Back and Standby) and Article 11 (Travelling Time) in respect of participation in activities under this clause unless such participation was directed by the Employer and not voluntary on the part of the employee.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING. Section A--Policy:
CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING. The Employer will encourage interested employees to develop career objectives and plans. These development plans should be jointly determined by the Employer and employee and periodically revised to reflect changing objectives and opportunities.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING. 51.1 The University has established career development activities and resources to provide opportunities for employees to build their skills and develop their careers which benefit the individual employee as well as promote improved performance and efficiency of the University.
a) developing programs to enhance skills development;
b) providing opportunities, such as secondments, for employees to build skill profiles and develop their careers; and
c) encouraging a supportive environment for career development and promoting equitable access to training.
51.2 Planning for career development and training is a shared responsibility between the employee and their supervisor. Although an ongoing process, this planning is formalised through performance review and development processes.
51.3 Training and career development opportunities undertaken by an employee will be based on:
a) the current and future skill needs of the work area and the individual employee;
b) the relevance of the activity to the needs of the University and the individual employee;
c) encouraging employee’ participation in on-the-job/off-the-job training within the appropriate budgetary provisions;
d) the impact of the activities on service delivery requirements.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING. General
18.01 The parties recognize that, in order to maintain and enhance professional expertise, employees need opportunities from time to time to participate in career development and training activities described in this Article. Having regard to specific corporate needs and operational and budgetary considerations, the Employer shall endeavour to equitably distribute participation in such opportunities among members of the bargaining unit.
(a) An employee shall have the opportunity on occasion to attend courses, training sessions, conferences and seminars, and to participate in training programs which support current and future roles required by the Employer.
(b) An employee on occasion may be granted approval to participate in work exchanges and research projects related to the employee's field of specialization.
(c) An employee participating in activities under this clause will be reimbursed reasonable expenses including registration fees, tuition and travel expenses (in accordance with the Employer's Travel Policies). An employee invited to participate in a conference in an official capacity, such as to present a formal address or to give a course related to the employee's field of employment, may be granted leave with pay for this purpose and may, in addition, be reimbursed for their payment of convention or conference registration fees and reasonable travel expenses.
(d) Where an employee’s participation in a training program requires a significant financial investment on the part of the Employer, the Employer, the employee and the authorized representative of the Institute may enter into an agreement establishing the terms and conditions of the employee's participation including, where deemed necessary, an undertaking on the part of the employee to remain in the service of the Employer for a mutually agreed period of time. Any such agreement will be consistent with the terms of this collective agreement.
(e) An employee shall not be entitled to any compensation under Article 8 (Overtime, Call-Back and Xxxxxxx) and Article 9 (Travelling Time) in respect of participation in activities under this clause unless such participation was directed by the Employer and not voluntary on the part of the employee.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING. E9.01 Where, in the opinion of the Employer, the activities described in this Article assist the Employer in achieving its goals and are likely to be of assistance in:
(a) Maintaining and enhancing the employee’s professional expertise, or
(b) Furthering the employee’s career development
E9.02 Participation in the activities described in paragraph E9.01 is subject to operational and budgetary considerations, and should be equitably distributed among members of the bargaining unit having regard to specific needs.
E9.03 An employee on occasion may be granted approval to participate in work exchanges and research projects related to the employee’s field of specialization.
E9.04 Where an employee's participation in a training program requires a significant financial investment on the part of the Employer, the Employer, the employee and the authorized representative of the Institute may enter into an agreement establishing the terms and conditions of the employee's participation including, where deemed necessary, an undertaking on the part of the employee to remain in the service of the Employer for a mutually agreed period of time. Any such agreement will be consistent with the terms of this collective agreement.
E9.05 An employee participating in activities described in this Article will be reimbursed reasonable expenses including registration fees, tuition and travel expenses.
E9.06 An employee shall not be entitled to any compensation under Article C-3 (Overtime) or Article C-6 (Travel Time) for participation in activities described in this Article unless such participation was directed by the Employer.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING. The Employer shall provide information to the Union regarding the Employer’s workforce composition by grade level, sex, and race, to the extent not excluded by applicable laws, rules, or regulations.
Section 1. The Employer recognizes that employee development and training is one way to improve the efficiency and economy of its operations by (1) developing a well-trained work force, (2) assisting employees to achieve their highest potential consistent with OJP’s needs, and (3) motivating employees to contribute to the success of OJP’s mission. The Parties agree that Career Development and Training shall be administered in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, and this Agreement.
Section 2. The Employer recognizes its obligation to provide employees with whatever training it determines to be necessary, within the limits of practicability and budget constraints, to perform their official duties. Absent any Employer identified business need for training, employees will receive equitable consideration for training in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, and Article 7, Section 1 of this Agreement.
Section 3. All Employer-funded training must be mission-related and requested and approved in advance. Consideration will be given to the employee’s current duties or duties he or she can reasonably be expected to perform in the future at OJP. The Employer will determine the availability of training funds and how training funds can best be utilized to maximize the usefulness of such training for OJP.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING. Section A. General
1. The provisions of this Article are intended to create and xxxxxx a work environment conducive to the career development and training of bargaining unit employees. The Parties agree to support and encourage employees in developing their knowledge, skills, and abilities, and in contributing to the more effective utilization of available human and material resources in service to the Agency.
2. The Parties will encourage employees to take advantage of educational opportunities and training that enhance work efficiency and provide needed skills for advancement based on Agency priorities and availability of training funds.
3. The Agency agrees to maintain information and furnish guidance about suitable and available education, training, and career development resources, including specialized career development programs.
4. Employees should receive fair and equitable treatment in all aspects of the Agency's career development and training program, consistent with affirmative action and other broad staff development goals and be subject to the following:
a. The Government Employee Training Act (5 U.S.C.4101-4118) and regulations issued pursuant thereto;
b. The Equal Employment Opportunity Act (5 U.S.C. 2000-e), as amended;
c. Affirmative actions as reflected in the Agency's current MD-715 Report;
d. Available resources allocated for training purposes; and
e. Other applicable statutory or regulatory provisions.
5. The Agency agrees to assist employees in planning and completing a plan of career development and training.
6. The Agency agrees to notify employees directly of selection or non-selection for Agency controlled training or educational opportunities for which they applied or were nominated within fifteen (15) work days of the closing date, or two (2) work days prior to the beginning of the training, whichever is sooner. It is understood by the Parties that for some classes or other opportunities which require paneling or recommendation by the Executive Leadership Council, or relevant enterprise governance body, this will not always be possible. In cases of non-selection, the employees may request in writing and receive a written explanation for the denial.
7. Where an institution of higher learning requires verification of on-the-job experience, the Agency shall verify that the employee does work for the Agency, the position description, series, job title, years worked for the Agency, and training history for the immediately prior fi...
CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING. A. Unit members may apply for educational reimbursement or release time to attend educational or training courses through outside educational institutions and/or online courses for the purpose of improving job skills in their current position, or to prepare them for other positions within the Office. Applications for a fiscal year must be submitted 15 working days prior to registration or within 5 working days of receipt of the registration.
B. Educational reimbursement of 50% percent of actual educational costs (e.g. tuition, books, and fees) up to a maximum of $1000.00 per fiscal year, $250.00 per quarter, $500.00 per semester. The educational reimbursement approval remains in effect until June 30 of each year provided there are sufficient funds.
C. Unit members may be approved for release time only when the release time is required and the course(s) interfere(s) with established work hours. Release time may be approved in lieu of educational reimbursement for up to two (2) hours per week, upon submission and approval of the application within 15 working days of attendance in the class. Release time is limited to one semester or to two quarters each year and will be provided, within budgetary limits, for approved applications. An additional quarter or semester of release time may be granted to a unit member when the unit member can demonstrate that a course is only available during that semester and at a time of day that interferes with work hours, or for other extenuating circumstances. Online coursework may be considered for release time when course requirements are verified in writing (e.g. course syllabus, instructor assignment).
D. Requests for educational reimbursement or release time shall be submitted through line management to the Office of Labor Relations. In order to minimize financial risk to the unit member and to permit review, approval or denial, the request shall be submitted in advance of registration, but no request, shall be submitted later than thirty (30) calendar days after the start of the class. In addition, upon request, applicants shall submit a description of the course(s) content and its applicability to their current position or other positions in the Office. Reimbursement will be made upon verification of completion of the course(s) with a grade of “C” or better.
E. Each request shall be evaluated on the relevancy of the training to the needs of the Office, either as related to the applicant’s present position, or other posi...
