Common use of Permanent Positions Clause in Contracts

Permanent Positions. At the time of providing notice of layoff and throughout the notice period, the Employer shall identify any vacant positions within the bargaining unit. Employees receiving notice of layoff shall be offered, in order of seniority, direct assignment into any such vacant positions for which they meet the entry level qualifications. No vacancy shall be posted until it has been determined that no employee is eligible to be directly assigned. An employee shall advise the Employer whether the employee accepts the direct assignment within five (5) days of receiving notification of the vacancy. The Employer shall provide AMAPCEO with a list of vacant bargaining unit positions on a monthly basis.