Common use of Shift Change and Relocation Clause in Contracts

Shift Change and Relocation. The parties recognize that giving consideration to seniority promotes improved employee morale and productivity. Employees may request to relocate from one area of the local duty station to another (or from one shift to another) in the same position, title, and series within the same service and with the same advancement potential. In filling such vacancy, seniority will be considered and the request will be granted if the employee has the requisite skills and abilities provided such relocation would be consistent with effective and efficient staffing. The Department reserves the right to make the assignments based on other good faith considerations in assuring effective management of the work force.

Shift Change and Relocation. The parties recognize that giving consideration to seniority promotes improved employee morale and productivityproductivity . Employees may request to relocate from one area of the local duty station to another (or from one shift to another) in the same position, title, and series within the same service and with the same advancement potentialpotential . In filling such vacancy, seniority will be considered and the request will be granted if the employee has the requisite skills and abilities provided such relocation would be consistent with effective and efficient staffingstaffing . The Department reserves the right to make the assignments based on other good faith considerations in assuring effective management of the work forceforce .