New/Changed Classifications Clause Samples
The "New/Changed Classifications" clause defines how the agreement addresses the introduction of new job roles or changes to existing job classifications during the contract period. Typically, this clause outlines the process for evaluating and assigning pay rates, duties, or benefits to these new or altered positions, often involving consultation or negotiation between the employer and employee representatives. Its core function is to ensure that any changes in job structure are managed fairly and transparently, preventing disputes and maintaining consistency in employment terms.
New/Changed Classifications a) When a new classification (which is covered by Article 2 of this collective agreement) is established by the Hospital or there are changes to existing classifications, the Hospital shall determine the rate of pay for such new or changed classification and notify the local Union of the same. If the local Union challenges the rate, it shall have the right to request a meeting with the Hospital to endeavour to negotiate a mutually satisfactory rate. Such request will be made within ten (10) days after the receipt of notice from the Hospital of such new or changed occupational classification and rate. Any change mutually agreed to resulting from such meeting shall be retroactive to the date that notice of the new rate was given by the Hospital or the date on which the incumbent commenced work in the newly created or changed classification, whichever is earlier. If the parties are unable to agree, the dispute concerning the new rate may be submitted to arbitration as provided in the agreement within fifteen (15) days of such meeting. The decision of the Board of Arbitration shall be based on the relationship established by comparison with the rates for other classifications in the bargaining unit having regard to the requirements of such classification.
b) The Hospital will advise the employee and the union when the rate for the new or changed classification has been determined or finalized.
New/Changed Classifications. 26.01 When a new classification (which is covered by the terms of this Collective Agreement) is established by the Employer, the Employer shall determine the rate of pay for such new classification and notify the local Union of the same. If the Union challenges the rate, it shall have the right to request a meeting with the Employer to endeavor to negotiate a mutually satisfactory rate. Such request will be made within ten (10) calendar days after the receipt of notice from the Employer of such new occupational classification and rate. Any change mutually agreed to resulting from such meeting shall be retroactive to the date that notice of the new rate was given by the Employer. If the Parties are unable to agree, the dispute concerning the new rate may be submitted to arbitration as provided in the Collective Agreement within fifteen (15) calendar days of such meeting.
26.02 When the Employer makes a substantial change in the job content of an existing classification which in reality causes such classification to become a new classification, the Employer agrees to meet with the Union if requested to permit the Union to make representation with respect to the appropriate rate of pay.
26.03 If the matter is not resolved following the meeting with the Union the matter may be referred to arbitration as provided in the Collective Agreement within fifteen (15) calendar days of such meeting.
26.04 The Parties further agree that any change mutually agreed to or awarded as a result of Arbitration shall be retroactive only to the date that the Union raised the issue with the Employer.
New/Changed Classifications