Common use of Reclassification of Existing Positions Clause in Contracts

Reclassification of Existing Positions. Where the nature of the duties, level of responsibilities and requirements of a position have changed significantly or the position is allocated inappropriately to one of the class specifications covered by the collective agreement, a request for review may be submitted to the Employer by the incumbent employee or the Union. Upon completion of the review, the Employer and Union shall discuss the results and if the matter is not resolved within sixty (60) calendar days, the Union may refer the matter directly to the Board of Arbitration referenced in the grievance procedure of the Collective Agreement. Reclassifications shall be retroactive to the date of the request provided the employee has submitted the required documentation supporting the initial request in a timely manner.