Common use of Change to Existing Classifications Clause in Contracts

Change to Existing Classifications. (a) If changes have the effect of significantly altering the core functions of an existing classification listed in the Salary Schedule, the amended job description and classification specifications shall be provided to the Union. The Union may, within thirty (30) calendar days, from the date they received written notification of the change, notify the Employer that they wish to negotiate the Basic Rate of Pay for that classification. (b) If the Union is notified of the change within the four (4) month period prior to the expiration date of the Collective Agreement, negotiation and resolution of the Basic Rate of Pay shall occur during the negotiation of the next Collective Agreement between the parties. (c) If the Union is notified of the change before the four (4) month period prior to the expiration date of the Collective Agreement, the following provisions shall apply: (i) the Employer and the Union shall meet to negotiate the Basic Rate of Pay for the classification for which the job description has been changed; (ii) if a satisfactory conclusion to such negotiations is not reached within sixty