Shop Stewards. 15. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau. 16. The Union shall furnish the City with an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will be recognized. 17. The Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level. 18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied. 19. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time. 20. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to: 21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx. 22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment. 23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative. 24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied. 25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee. 26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee. 27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting. 28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
Appears in 9 contracts
Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
Shop Stewards. 1516.01 Stewards shall be appointed by the Union Business Manager or his/her representative. Skill, ability and competency as well as Gender Equity and Diversity shall be considerations in the appointment of Stewards. When a scheduled second and/or third shift occurs, Stewards for such shift(s) may be appointed at the discretion of the Business Manager. Such appointments shall be confirmed in writing to the Contractor and the Association. Stewards assigned to represent a particular shift will not retain their status if that shift is cancelled; however, where workers are transferred to another shift the former Xxxxxxx shall be one of the transferred provided that the Xxxxxxx has the skill, ability and competency to perform the required work.
16.02 This Article 16 does not affect a Contractor’s right to determine where and when employees work or on what shifts they work on; however, the Xxxxxxx shall be assigned to shifts in consultation with the Union Business Manager to assure the most appropriate coverage for the worksite.
16.03 Stewards shall not be discriminated against in the performance of union duties. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only Xxxxxxx will notify and obtain permission from his/her immediate supervisor before leaving his/her work location to deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16. The Union shall furnish the City with an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union may submit amendments any matter relating to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writingAgreement, by the Union, none which permission will be recognized.
17. The Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
1916.04 There shall be no non-working Stewards. IfSubject to Article 16.03 above, Stewards will be granted sufficient time to conduct their legitimate union duties during working hours.
16.05 Stewards shall be the last employee laid off where the Xxxxxxx has the skill, ability and competency to perform the required work.
16.06 Where overtime is worked by a crew, the Xxxxxxx shall be one of the overtime crew or a replacement shall be designated by the Union Business Manager or Xxxxxxx in the judgment of event he/she does not possess the supervisornecessary skill, permission cannot be granted immediately ability and competency to perform the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative timerequired work.
20. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
Appears in 6 contracts
Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
Shop Stewards. 1518.01 The Employer shall recognize a maximum of one (1) Shop Xxxxxxx and one (1) Alternate Shop Xxxxxxx per department appointed and/or elected by the Union to represent employees in the bargaining unit. The Employer further recognizes the right of the Shop Stewards to oversee the terms of the Collective Agreement being implemented and to present complaints and/or grievances to management. The Employer shall not be obligated to recognize any shop xxxxxxx unless the Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx has advised the Employer in each department or bureau writing, that the individual has been so designated in which accordance with this clause. The Employer and the Union agree to have a maximum of three (3) Shop Stewards in the Banquet Department, and by mutual agreement to combine Shop Xxxxxxx coverage in Departments where necessary. In Departments that do not have a Shop Xxxxxxx, employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureaucan access a Shop Xxxxxxx from any Department that is readily available.
1618.02 The Union acknowledges that Shop Stewards have regular duties to perform on behalf of the Employer and therefore, whenever possible, they shall conduct their activities outside of regular working hours. In situations that require a Shop Xxxxxxx'x attention during working hours, the Shop Xxxxxxx shall not leave his or her regular duties without first obtaining permission to do so from his or her immediate supervisor. It is understood that the taking of such time away from regular duties shall be kept to a minimum and that permission shall not, therefore, be unreasonably withheld. Shop Stewards shall return to their regular duties as expeditiously as possible, and shall continue to receive their regular hourly rate of pay for all such time taken away from their regular duties. The Union Employer reserves the right to limit such time off in situations where the amount of requested time off is unreasonable. Time spent by Shop Stewards meeting with management at the request of management shall furnish be paid at the City with an accurate list Shop Xxxxxxx’x applicable rate of shop stewards. pay.
18.03 The Union may submit amendments to this list at Employer shall not discriminate against any time because member of the permanent bargaining unit and/or Shop Xxxxxxx for exercising their rights under the terms of the Collective Agreement.
18.04 In the absence of a designated shop xxxxxxxShop Xxxxxxx and the Alternate in a department, another Shop Xxxxxxx or Alternate from another department must be called in. If When a Shop Xxxxxxx is being reprimanded, another Shop Xxxxxxx must be present.
18.05 Only shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, badges as approved by the Union, none will Employer shall be recognizedworn by an employee while on duty.
17. The Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards 18.06 A Shop Xxxxxxx shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties scheduled by the Employer for a period of fifteen (15) minutes without loss of pay; providedregular wages, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to attend the difficulty of the grievanceEmployer’s structured orientation and to give a presentation. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
19. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the Said presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to in the operating needs and work schedules presence of an Employer representative. For this purpose, the Union will notify the Employer of the department, division, or section in which name of the employees are employedShop Xxxxxxx who will be attending the structured orientation. Release time for Employer will give the named shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule seven (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely 7) days’ notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employeesall scheduled orientations.
Appears in 5 contracts
Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
Shop Stewards. 15. 11.01 The Company acknowledges the right of the Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department to elect or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx appoint Shop Stewards, and the Union shall only deal with grievances within or related endeavour to have Shop Xxxxxxx representation throughout the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16departments of the plant. The Union shall furnish notify the City with an accurate list Company in writing of shop stewardsthe names of all Shop Stewards and any changes thereto. The Union may submit amendments Company will not recognize any employee as a Shop Xxxxxxx until it has received notification from the Union. Shop Stewards will be entitled to this list wear xxxxxxx identification in the form of stickers or arm bands while at work. The Company shall not discriminate against any time because member of the permanent absence bargaining unit for exercising their rights under the terms of the Collective Agreement. In the event that a Shop Xxxxxxx is subject to discipline by the Company, the duly authorized full time Union Representative (if available) shall be present for such disciplinary meeting.
11.02 Shop Stewards shall perform their regular work assignments and shall engage in no Union related activity whatsoever during working hours except as specifically provided for in Article 9 and Article 11. A Shop Xxxxxxx shall accompany any employee called to a meeting with management where said employee is being investigated for potential disciplinary action unless the employee specifically indicates otherwise.
11.03 To ensure production is not interfered with or disrupted, the parties agree that the following rules shall apply:
1. A Shop Xxxxxxx will be released from their regular work assignment only when necessary for the adjustment of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If grievance or to attend a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, meeting scheduled by the Union, none will be recognizedCompany.
172. The Union A Shop Xxxxxxx shall not leave their regular duties during working hours without first requesting and the City recognize that it is the responsibility obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor or designate. Permission to attend to Shop Xxxxxxx duties shall be granted within one (1) hour of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18request. While handling grievancesPermission may be denied based on operational requirements. Once permission is received, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours punch out and when returning to perform such duties without loss regular duties, shall punch back. When requesting permission to leave in order to investigate a grievance with a member, interviewing witnesses to a potential grievance, or discussing a grievance with supervisors, the Production Manager or the Human Resource Department the Shop Xxxxxxx shall inform their immediate supervisor of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related the nature of the grievance and their intended destination. Subject to the difficulty requirements and efficiency of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall operations, permission to leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably deniedwithheld. It is understood that the taking of such time away from regular duties shall be kept to a minimum and that the Shop Xxxxxxx shall return to their regular duties as expeditiously as possible. It is further understood that all time spent by Shop Stewards performing Shop Xxxxxxx duties shall be considered for all purposes as time worked.
193. If, in No employee shall leave their regular duties to communicate with a Shop Xxxxxxx without first requesting and obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. Subject to the judgment requirements and efficiency of the supervisoroperations, permission canto leave shall not be granted immediately unreasonably withheld. Once permission is received employees shall punch out and when returning to regular duties shall punch back. It is understood that the taking of such time away from regular duties shall be kept to a minimum and that the employee shall return to their regular duties as expeditiously as possible. Time spent conducting the above noted duties shall be considered time worked for all purposes and punching in and out shall not result in any pay being deducted from the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission the employee.
4. Abuse of leave or excessive use of time spent adjusting grievances shall not be permitted and in no event shall the adjustment of grievances unnecessarily interfere with or disrupt production. Time spent conducting the above noted duties shall be granted by considered time worked and the supervisor no later than the next working day punching in and out shall not result in any pay being deducted from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
2211.04 The Company will provide space for a UFCW Xxxxxxx filing cabinet in the plant, in an area accessible to the Shop Stewards and Health and Safety Committee members during working hours, as well as the full-time Union Representative. Present The filing cabinet and all keys for Shop Stewards and Health and Safety Committee members will be provided by the Union. The cost of replacing the keys and the cost of all supplies for the cabinet will be the responsibility of the Union. In the event that a shop xxxxxxx wants to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by meet with an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situationsprivate, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinanceavailable, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer room will be provided for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meetingpurpose.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
Appears in 4 contracts
Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
Shop Stewards. 15. 20.01 The Employer shall recognize Union may select one xxxxxxx Shop Stewards appointed and/or alternate xxxxxxx elected by the Union to represent employees in each department the bargaining unit based on the following, up to a maximum of five (5) Shop Stewards: Less than 30 employees 3 31 – 60 employees 4 61 employees or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with more 5 The Employer further recognizes the right of the Shop Stewards to oversee the terms of the Collective Agreement being implemented and to present complaints and/or grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16management. The Union shall furnish notify the City with an accurate list Employer in writing of shop stewardsthe names of the Shop Stewards and any changes thereto. The Employer will not recognize an employee as a Shop Xxxxxxx until it has received such notification from the Union.
20.02 The Union may submit amendments acknowledges that a Xxxxxxx has regular duties to this list at any time because perform on behalf of the permanent absence Employer. To ensure operations are not interfered with or disrupted, the parties agree that whenever possible the Xxxxxxx shall conduct his activities outside regular working hours. In a grievance situation which requires the Xxxxxxx’x attention during working hours, he shall not leave his regular duties without first obtaining permission to do so from his immediate supervisor. It is understood that the taking of such time away from regular duties shall be kept to a designated shop xxxxxxxminimum and that permission to leave, which shall be with pay, will not, therefore, be unreasonably withheld. If a shop xxxxxxx The Xxxxxxx shall return to his regular duties as expeditiously as possible. The Employer reserves the right to limit such time if the time requested is not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none unreasonable. The Xxxxxxx will be recognizedpaid his regular rate of pay for the time he spends during his regular working hours discussing grievances with the Manager or his designate.
17. 20.03 The Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility Employer shall not discriminate against any member of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in bargaining unit and/or Shop Xxxxxxx for exercising their rights under the resolution terms of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible levelCollective Agreement.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards 20.04 Shop Stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform wear their Shop Xxxxxxx’x badge while on duty.
20.05 Employees will be allowed to wear clothing with insignia provided that such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related insignia is not the Union insignia or offensive to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
19. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20. In handling grievances or disciplinary mattersEmployer, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor employees or the designated representativeUnion.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
Appears in 3 contracts
Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
Shop Stewards. 15. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16. The Union shall furnish submit to the City with an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated Employer, in writing, the names of Stewards appointed by the Field Representatives.
12.05.1 There shall be a xxxxxxx on the job at all times during the regular established shifts while the work of the Brotherhood is being performed, if the Business Representative deems it necessary. The xxxxxxx shall be a working journeyman appointed by and for the duration of time the Business Representative of the Union determines is necessary.
12.05.2 The xxxxxxx shall, in addition to his/her work as a journeyman, be permitted to perform during working hours his/her official duties as a xxxxxxx which shall include the following:
(a) Securing the weekly xxxxxxx report.
(b) When a tool check is required by the company the xxxxxxx shall be in attendance and pick up the tools of a sick or injured worker and notify the Business Representative and the worker’s family. In the event of a lost time injury, or a fatality, the xxxxxxx will write all pertinent information on the back of the current xxxxxxx report.
(c) Transmit to the Business Representative all complaints and grievances emanating from the job.
12.05.3 It is expressly understood and agreed that a xxxxxxx'x duties shall not include any matters relating to referral, hiring or termination or disciplining of employees. The xxxxxxx shall not in any way obligate the Union or Business Representative in any matter of policy, interpretation of Labor Agreements or in any other prerogatives usually assigned to the Business Representative.
12.05.4 In no event shall an employer discriminate against the xxxxxxx, or discharge him/her on account of any action taken by him/her in the proper performance of his/her Union duties. The employer shall notify the Union in writing, 48 hours prior to discharge, of his/her intention to discharge a xxxxxxx for cause, provided prior identification of the xxxxxxx has been made to the employer in writing. If the xxxxxxx is improperly laid off or discharged without 48 hours notice to the Union, none will then the employer shall pay 2 days wages for such violation, this provision may be recognizedsubject to an appeal to the Labor Management Committee.
1712.05.5 The Xxxxxxx shall be permitted by the Employer to perform his/her Union duties during working hours, provided however, that the Xxxxxxx shall make every reasonable effort to perform such duties as expeditiously as possible. Disruption to productivity shall be minimized. The Xxxxxxx will not be discharged or transferred for actions taken in the proper performance of the Xxxxxxx’x duties. The Union and the City recognize that it Xxxxxxx shall be notified in writing forty-eight (48) hours before he/she is to be laid off or discharged except when he or she is the responsibility last journeyman on the job other than the xxxxxxx. In the event of a temporary layoff, if qualified, the Xxxxxxx will be the first worker given the opportunity to return to work. Reduction of force is not considered cause for separation of the shop xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx when said Xxxxxxx is qualified to assist in perform the resolution scope of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible levelwork remaining on jobsite.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
19. 12.05.6 If, in the judgment opinion of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20. In handling grievances or disciplinary mattersemployer, the shop xxxxxxx shall have is not operating within the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation scope of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, divisionthis Agreement, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave that he/she is exceeding his/her post of duty to assist authority, the employeeemployer shall notify the Business Representative who shall adjudicate the matter.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
Appears in 3 contracts
Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
Shop Stewards. 15(a) The Union is entitled to appoint or elect from among the employees a Shop Xxxxxxx for each hotel up to 100 rooms. Additional stewards will be recognized for each additional 50 rooms. Such stewards should be appointed from the major departments in the hotel as much as possible. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16. The Union shall furnish the City with an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because duties of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will Shop Stewards shall be recognized.
17. The Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the reporting and resolution of all grievances or disputes at the lowest possible levelwithin their departments.
18(b) The Employer agrees to recognize a duly appointed or elected Shop Xxxxxxx provided that the Union has first advised the Employer in writing of the name of the employee so appointed. While handling The Union agrees to advise the Employer in writing of any changes made by appointment or election from time to time.
(c) The Shop Xxxxxxx'x first obligation is the fulfillment of their responsibilities as an employee. During their working hours, the Shop Xxxxxxx is not entitled to engage in Union activities other than the necessary involvement in the reporting and resolution of grievances.
(d) The Union Xxxxxxx must not leave their assigned work area on Union business, without prior permission. Such permission will not be unreasonably withheld.
(e) The necessary time which is spent by stewards during their regular working hours in reporting and resolving grievances, disciplineor in attending meetings specifically provided for herein, shall be considered to be time worked.
(f) Under no circumstances shall a Xxxxxxx take any action or issue any instruction which will interfere with the operation or affairs of the Employer, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status management of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty or direction of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx force.
(g) The Shop Xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denieddiscriminated against or disciplined for the proper performance of their duties on behalf of the Union.
19(h) The Employer agrees that the Shop Xxxxxxx may post official communications from the Union to its members on the employees' bulletin boards within the hotel.
(i) It is understood and agreed that there may need to be an additional Xxxxxxx in some hotels of less than one hundred (100) rooms. If, Where the Union requests and there are more than twenty-five (25) employees in the judgment unlicensed departments such additional Xxxxxxx will be recognized. This is, of course providing the supervisor, permission canfirst recognized Xxxxxxx is not from these departments. The additional Xxxxxxx will be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group from one of employees, for resolution or adjustmentthese departments.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
Shop Stewards. 159. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16. The Union UNION shall furnish the City CITY with an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union UNION may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, writing by the UnionUNION, none will be recognized.
1710. The Union UNION and the City CITY recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level. No more than two shop stewards representing a particular worksite may assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes arising in that worksite. Should that xxxxxxx be unavailable, a xxxxxxx representing another shop may substitute.
1811. While handling grievances, discipline, grievances or meeting with the City CITY representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two the shop stewards xxxxxxx shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; , provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the The shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably deniedpaid overtime if UNION duties carry the employee past her/his normal duty schedule. Shop stewards shall request time off at least 48- hours in advance of the time off requested, where practicable.
1912. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on on-duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
2013. In handling grievances or disciplinary mattersgrievances, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right toright:
2114. Consult 1. to consult with the affected an employee regarding the presentation of a grievance or dispute after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.;
2215. Present 2. to present to a supervisor a grievance, grievance or dispute which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, employees to present for resolution or adjustment.;
2316. Investigate 3. to investigate any such grievance or dispute so that such grievance or dispute can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.; and,
2417. Attend 4. to attend meetings with supervisors or other city CITY representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denieddisputes.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
Shop Stewards. 159. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16. The Union UNION shall furnish the City CITY with an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union UNION may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, writing by the UnionUNION, none will be recognized.
1710. The Union UNION and the City CITY recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level. No more than two shop stewards representing a particular worksite may assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes arising in that worksite. Should that xxxxxxx be unavailable, a xxxxxxx representing another shop may substitute.
1811. While handling grievances, discipline, grievances or meeting with the City CITY representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two the shop stewards xxxxxxx shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; , provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the The shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably deniedpaid overtime if UNION duties carry the employee past the her/his normal duty schedule. Shop stewards shall request time off at least 48-hours in advance of the time off requested, where practicable.
1912. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on on-duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
2013. In handling grievances or disciplinary mattersgrievances, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right toright:
2114. Consult 1. to consult with the affected an employee regarding the presentation of a grievance or dispute after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.;
2215. Present 2. to present to a supervisor a grievance, grievance or dispute which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, employees to present for resolution or adjustment.;
2316. Investigate 3. to investigate any such grievance or dispute so that such grievance or dispute can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.; and,
2417. Attend 4. to attend meetings with supervisors or other city CITY representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denieddisputes.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Labor Contract
Shop Stewards. 1520.01 The Company agrees to recognize two (2) Shop Stewards per crew on a continental shift and on a 5 day/ 8 hour/day shift schedule, two (2) Shop Stewards on day shift, two (2) Shop Stewards on afternoon shift and one (1) Shop Xxxxxxx on night shift. The All stewards shall be appointed and/or elected by the Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with for the purpose of overseeing the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement being implemented and for the purpose of presenting complaints and grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department Plant Manager or bureau.
16his or her designate. The Union shall furnish Should the City with Company switch from one type of shift schedule to another and it results in more stewards than noted above on any one shift and/or crew, said stewards will stay on as shop stewards and will only be removed through resignation or if an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx election is not officially designated in writing, held by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. 20.02 The Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility Company agrees not to discriminate against any member of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in Bargaining Unit and/or Shop Xxxxxxx, for exercising their rights under the resolution terms of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible levelCollective Agreement and presenting grievances.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards 20.03 Shop Stewards shall be allowed time off with pay, during normal regular working hours to perform hours, for the purposes of investigating any grievances or potential grievances. All such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall must first be reasonably related to approved by the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty plant manager or work station his or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx her designate and shall not be unreasonably denied.
1920.04 Shop Stewards will be allowed to wear Shop Xxxxxxx badges while on duty. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission Said badges shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation made of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, cloth and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employeespermanently sewn on the work clothes of each Shop Xxxxxxx.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
Shop Stewards. 15The Union shall have the right to establish shop stewards for the General Unit according to the following conditions.
a) The Union agrees to notify the County Human Resources Director of the names, classifications and departments of their stewards, which shall not exceed twenty-five (25) in number, including one chief xxxxxxx. The Union may select one shall immediately inform the Director of Human Resources of any changes in the original list and provide an update by name, department and classification.
b) A reasonable amount of time will be granted the worker and the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to handle initial grievance and appeal procedures. The parties agree that in handling grievances, the worker and the xxxxxxx will use only the amount of time actually necessary. The County is not responsible for any travel, overtime or other miscellaneous cost resulting from the exercise of this right.
c) If a worker wishes to discuss a grievance or appeal on County time with a designated xxxxxxx, the worker shall be allowed an opportunity within a reasonable amount of time to verify if the designated xxxxxxx is available to be seen. If the xxxxxxx is present and available, the worker shall complete a "grievance release form" and submit it to the immediate supervisor prior to meeting with the xxxxxxx. Such release form shall only contain the worker's name, classification title, xxxxxxx'x name and work location of xxxxxxx, time left, date, and upon return, the worker shall note the time returned on the form. The supervisor shall maintain a record of such request. The supervisor shall determine if the employee can, because of work activity, be released at the time requested. If the employee is not released, the supervisor shall set an alternative time as soon as practical.
d) Upon authorization of the immediate supervisor, a xxxxxxx shall be released to perform the duties specified in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are workingsection. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related sign in and out of the work area stating the time and date of leaving and returning and where the xxxxxxx may be reached. In the event the xxxxxxx is unable to be released by the xxxxxxx'x department or bureauimmediate supervisor at the time requested, the supervisor shall arrange a release time as soon as practical thereafter.
16e) With prior approval by the Director of Human Resources, the Union may use the Human Resources Training Room for Shop Xxxxxxx Training. The Union shall furnish submit the City with training agenda to the Director of Human Resources for approval. Shop stewards attending such training shall have available an accurate list aggregate pool of shop stewardseighty (80) hours paid time to attend training. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any Training time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is shall not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. The Union exceed four (4) hours per session and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx County shall not be unreasonably deniedresponsible for any overtime hours or travel related to such training.
19f) The County and the Union have agreed on a xxxxxxx release form including release procedures. If, in the judgment A copy of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately form is attached hereto as Attachment B.
g) The Union will equally distribute xxxxxxx workload amongst stewards so as to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20avoid overburdening any one xxxxxxx(s). In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings Stewards are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time responsible for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably deniedfull and timely completion of their County work assignment.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
Appears in 3 contracts
Samples: Memorandum of Understanding, Memorandum of Understanding, Memorandum of Understanding
Shop Stewards. 1550. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
161. The Union shall furnish the City with an accurate list of shop stewardsstewards in designated units by July 1 of each fiscal year. The Union shall be limited to designating one (1) xxxxxxx for every thirty (30) employees in the bargaining unit and three additional stewards for representation at remote locations (Millbrae, Sunol, Hetch Hetchy). The Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a The City will only recognize those shop xxxxxxx is not stewards officially designated in writing, writing by the Union, none will be recognized.
1751. 2. The Union and the City recognize recognizes that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
1852. While handling grievances3. Upon notification of an appropriate management person, discipline, stewards or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty designated officers of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific Union, subject to management approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx which shall not be unreasonably denied.
19withheld, shall be granted reasonable release time to investigate and process grievances and appeals. Stewards shall advise their supervisors of the area or work location where they will be investigating or processing grievances. The Union will attempt to insure that shop xxxxxxx release time will be equitably distributed. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a an informal grievance during on on-duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
2053. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
254. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may must be taken because of a violation of law or a City or departmental rule (intoxication, theft, etc.), ) shop stewards shall not unreasonably be denied the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission right to leave his/her their post of or duty to assist in the employeegrievance procedure.
2654. 5. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any an employee. It shall not constitute interference with the work of an employee for a shop xxxxxxx, in the course of investigating or processing a grievance, to interview an employee during the employee's duty time. A xxxxxxx shall not represent an employee in a disciplinary matter if the xxxxxxx is a witness or otherwise personally involved in the matter.
2755. Pursuant 6. Departments will notify the Union of new employee orientation sessions at least ten working days prior to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act session and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of shop stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, sessions in order to be introduced, distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employeesAgreement.
Appears in 3 contracts
Samples: Memorandum of Understanding, Memorandum of Understanding, Memorandum of Understanding
Shop Stewards. 15The Employer and the Union recognize that it is in the best interests of the Employer and the bargaining unit members to provide trained individuals to assist the members in resolving problems in the workplace. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx It is therefore agreed that the following procedures shall be followed in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related order to provide assistance to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16members. The Union shall furnish provide a listing of no more than three (3) official Union Stewards per addendum to the City Human Resources Director. In the case of bargaining units with shift work, the Union will have no more than three (3) Union stewards on each shift. Any change in the status of a Union Xxxxxxx or the replacement of an accurate list official Union Xxxxxxx shall be provided to the Human Resources Director after a change has been made. The function of shop Stewards are to represent and/or serve as witnesses for bargaining unit members in disciplinary meetings in which the member reasonably believes will culminate in disciplinary actions, assisting members in making determinations relative to the grievability of issues, drafting grievances and in presenting grievance cases to management. Each Xxxxxxx will be allowed reasonable time during working hours, without loss of pay or leave, for the purposes of representing members and discussing grievances or potential grievances in the appropriate area represented by the Xxxxxxx. Reasonable time means not more than three (3) hours per week unless additional time is granted by management. Stewards shall have reasonable access to copy machines, telephones, fax machines and other electronic communication devices for grievance handling needs. In addition to the above responsibilities, the function of the Chief Xxxxxxx is to represent the Union officials and to give advice and assistance to Line Stewards. The Chief Xxxxxxx shall observe the same guidelines as the Line Xxxxxxx. The Chief Xxxxxxx shall not be included in the official count of stewards. The Union may submit amendments Any time spent by a Line Xxxxxxx to the Chief Xxxxxxx participating in any type of investigation or meeting called by management shall not be counted as a portion of the time granted to the Xxxxxxx to perform his/her duties. It is agreed that the time during working hours granted to a Xxxxxxx pursuant to this list at Agreement shall not be used for discussing any time because matters connected with the operation of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. The the collection of dues or assessments, or the solicitation of Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx literature unless such literature pertains to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes grievances. Notification By Stewards Of The Need To Leave The Work Site.
1. To attend a meeting called by management. A Xxxxxxx shall inform his/her supervisor that he/she is leaving his/her work site to attend a meeting called by management to represent a member of the unit. The Xxxxxxx’x supervisor may contact the management member calling the meeting in order to reschedule the meeting in the event the conditions existing at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievancemeeting make it impossible for the Xxxxxxx to be in attendance at the meeting. No xxxxxxx The supervisor shall leave inform the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval Xxxxxxx of the employee's department head or other authorized managerrescheduling of the meeting if the meeting is canceled and subsequently rescheduled. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx Time spent in such meetings shall not be unreasonably deniedcounted as a portion of the weekly time allotted to the Union Xxxxxxx.
192. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present To meet with a member regarding a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20or potential grievance. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx The Xxxxxxx shall, if possibleprior to leaving the work site, be granted immediate request permission to leave of his/her post supervisor to leave the work site to discuss a grievance matter with a unit member. The supervisor may deny the request to leave the work site at the requested time if the supervisor has good cause for such denial. The supervisor shall inform the Xxxxxxx of duty to assist the time when the Xxxxxxx may be excused. The Xxxxxxx shall contact the employee.
26’s supervisor and inform the supervisor of the name of the employee with whom the Xxxxxxx needs to meet and the anticipated duration of the meeting. Shop stewards The supervisor will make the employee available to the Xxxxxxx unless conditions existing at the time preclude the release of the employee from duties. In such an event, the supervisor shall not interfere advise the Xxxxxxx of the time when the employee shall be available to meet with the work of any employee.
27Xxxxxxx. Pursuant The Xxxxxxx shall promptly return to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives work site upon completion of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Memorandum of Understanding, Memorandum of Understanding
Shop Stewards. 1516.01 Stewards shall be appointed by the Union Business Manager or his/her representative. Gender Equity and Diversity shall be considerations in the appointment of stewards. When a scheduled second and/or third shift occurs, stewards for such shift(s) may be appointed. Such appointments shall be confirmed in writing to the Contractor and the Association. Stewards assigned to represent a particular shift will not retain their status if that shift is cancelled.
16.02 This Article 16 does not affect a Contractor’s right to determine where and when employees work or what shifts they work on.
16.03 Stewards shall not be discriminated against in the performance of union duties. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only will notify and obtain permission from his/her immediate supervisor before leaving his/her work location to deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16. The Union shall furnish the City with an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union may submit amendments any matter relating to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writingAgreement, by the Union, none which permission will be recognized.
17. The Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
1916.04 There shall be no non-working stewards. IfSubject to Article 16.03 above, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot stewards will be granted immediately sufficient time to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance conduct their legitimate union duties during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20hours. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend All union duties performed during working hours with no loss shall be at the xxxxxxx’x regular rate of pay, meetings . Stewards will not be paid for duties performed outside of their regularly scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meetingwork hours.
28. 16.05 Stewards shall be the last employee laid off where the xxxxxxx has the skill, ability and competency to perform the required work.
16.06 Stewards shall receive timely notice pre-employment training in the Code of departmental orientation sessionsExcellence.
16.07 When five (5) or more employees / union members are required to work overtime, and shall a shop xxxxxxx qualified to perform the work will be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department part of the five (5) or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employeesmore overtime crew working the overtime.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
Shop Stewards. 15The Union shall have the right to establish shop stewards for the Skilled Trades Unit according to the following conditions.
a) The Union agrees to notify the County Human Resources Director of the names, classifications and departments of their stewards, which shall not exceed five (5) in number, including one chief xxxxxxx. The Union may select one shall immediately inform the Director of Human Resources of any changes in the original list and provide an update by name, department and classification.
b) A reasonable amount of time will be granted the worker and the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to handle initial grievance and appeal procedures. The parties agree that in handling grievances, the worker and the xxxxxxx will use only the amount of time actually necessary. The County is not responsible for any travel, overtime or other miscellaneous cost resulting from the exercise of this right.
c) If a worker wishes to discuss a grievance or appeal on County time with a designated xxxxxxx, the worker shall be allowed an opportunity within a reasonable amount of time to verify if the designated xxxxxxx is available to be seen. If the xxxxxxx is present and available, the worker shall complete a "grievance release form" and submit it to the immediate supervisor prior to meeting with the xxxxxxx. Such release form shall only contain the worker's name, classification title, xxxxxxx'x name and work location of xxxxxxx, time left, date, and upon return, the worker shall note the time returned on the form. The supervisor shall maintain a record of such request. The supervisor shall determine if the employee can, because of work activity, be released at the time requested. If the employee is not released, the supervisor shall set an alternative time as soon as practical.
d) Upon authorization of the immediate supervisor, a xxxxxxx shall be released to perform the duties specified in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are workingsection. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related sign in and out of the work area stating the time and date of leaving and returning and where the xxxxxxx may be reached. In the event the xxxxxxx is unable to be released by the xxxxxxx'x department or bureauimmediate supervisor at the time requested, the supervisor shall arrange a release time as soon as practical thereafter.
16e) With prior approval by the Director of Human Resources, the Union may use the Human Resources Training Room for Shop Xxxxxxx Training. The Union shall furnish submit the City with training agenda to the Director of Human Resources for approval. Shop stewards attending such training shall have available an accurate list aggregate pool of shop stewardssixteen (16) hours paid time to attend training. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any Training time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is shall not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. The Union exceed four (4) hours per session and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx County shall not be unreasonably deniedresponsible for any overtime hours or travel related to such training.
19f) The County and the Union have agreed on a xxxxxxx release form including release procedures. If, in the judgment A copy of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately form is attached hereto as Attachment B.
g) The Union will equally distribute xxxxxxx workload amongst stewards so as to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20avoid overburdening any one xxxxxxx(s). In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings Stewards are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time responsible for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably deniedfull and timely completion of their County work assignment.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Memorandum of Understanding, Memorandum of Understanding
Shop Stewards. 1564. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
161. The Union shall furnish the City with an accurate list of shop stewardsstewards in designated units by July 1 of each fiscal year. The Union shall be limited to designating one (1) xxxxxxx for every thirty (30) employees in the bargaining unit and three additional stewards for representation at remote locations (Millbrae, Sunol, Hetch Hetchy). The Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a The City will only recognize those shop xxxxxxx is not stewards officially designated in writing, writing by the Union, none will be recognized.
1765. 2. The Union and the City recognize recognizes that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
1866. While handling grievances3. Upon notification of an appropriate management person, discipline, stewards or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty designated officers of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific Union, subject to management approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx which shall not be unreasonably denied.
19withheld, shall be granted reasonable release time to investigate and process grievances and appeals. Stewards shall advise their supervisors of the area or work location where they will be investigating or processing grievances. The Union will attempt to insure that shop xxxxxxx release time will be equitably distributed. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a an informal grievance during on on-duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
2067. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
254. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may must be taken because of a violation of law or a City or departmental rule (intoxication, theft, etc.), ) the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, shall not unreasonably be granted immediate permission denied the right to leave his/her post of or duty to assist in the employeegrievance procedure.
2668. 5. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any an employee. It shall not constitute interference with the work of an employee for a shop xxxxxxx, in the course of investigating or processing a grievance, to interview an employee during the employee's duty time.
2769. Pursuant 6. Departments will notify the Union of new employee orientation sessions at least ten working days prior to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act session and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of shop stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, sessions in order to be introduced, distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employeesAgreement.
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Samples: Memorandum of Understanding, Memorandum of Understanding
Shop Stewards. 15Shop Stewards who have been selected pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Union to represent the employees covered hereby will be recognized by the Employer. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16. The Union shall furnish the City with an accurate list number of shop stewards. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. The Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation appointed shall be reasonably related to the difficulty needs of the grievanceUnion to represent bargaining unit members. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval The names of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for stewards will be furnished to the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
19. If, in the judgment General Manager of the supervisorEmployer in writing before beginning their duties. An alternate shall act as the xxxxxxx when appointed to do so by the Union and the Employer is so notified. The Employer recognizes that the stewards will be assigned their Union duties and responsibilities by the Union and pursuant to this Agreement. The stewards will cooperate with the Employer in securing compliance with this Agreement and, permission cannot be granted immediately at the request of the General Manager of the Employer, or of the General Manager’s duly authorized representative, will call to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present attention of its employees any violations of this Agreement. Stewards shall perform their assigned duties as an employee covered by this Agreement. Stewards will be given a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted reasonable amount of time by the xxxxxxx’x supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no hours, and without loss of pay, meetings scheduled to handle Union business pertaining to the xxxxxxx’x area of responsibility which could not reasonably be accomplished during non-working hours. This business will be handled as expeditiously as possible and, except for matters taking only a few minutes, the appropriate management supervisor will be informed before a xxxxxxx performs Union business. A xxxxxxx may, with representatives permission from the management supervisor, use a company vehicle to pursue labor management problems during working hours. During outages and other emergencies, a supervisor has the right to require a xxxxxxx to give priority attention to Employer’s business. The xxxxxxx will confine the xxxxxxx’x activities during working hours to those matters pertaining to this Agreement. Stewards will not be terminated for any cause until the General Manager of the Appointing Officer Employer and the Business Manager of the Union have completed an investigation of such cause, provided that the investigation shall not last longer than fifteen (15) work days in cases not involving a reduction in force, and 48 hours in cases involving a reduction in force, without mutual agreement of the parties. In the event of a reduction in force involving a xxxxxxx, the General Manager for Employer and the Business Manager of the Union will meet at least 48 hours prior to the reduction in force to allow adequate time for the purpose Business Manager to replace the xxxxxxx; this section, in and of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions itself, does not obligate Employer to otherwise give the Union advance notice of employmenta reduction in force. As used in this section, “shop xxxxxxx” or “xxxxxxx” includes alternate shop stewards, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations “working hours” does not include meal and decisions at such meetingbreak periods.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Employment Agreement, Employment Agreement (Chugach Electric Association Inc)
Shop Stewards. 15Shop stewards who have been selected pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Union to represent the employees covered hereby will be recognized by the Employer. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16. The Union shall furnish the City with an accurate list number of shop stewards. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. The Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation appointed shall be reasonably related to the difficulty needs of the grievanceUnion to represent bargaining unit members. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval The names of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for stewards will be furnished to the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
19. If, in the judgment General Manager of the supervisorEmployer in writing before beginning their duties. An alternate shall act as the xxxxxxx when appointed to do so by the Union and the Employer is so notified. The Employer recognizes that the stewards will be assigned their Union duties and responsibilities by the Union and pursuant to this Agreement. The stewards will cooperate with the Employer in securing compliance with this Agreement and, permission cannot be granted immediately at the request of the General Manager of the Employer, or of the General Manager’s duly authorized representative, will call to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present attention of its employees any violations of this Agreement. Stewards shall perform their assigned duties as an employee covered by this Agreement. Stewards will be given a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted reasonable amount of time by the xxxxxxx’x supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no hours, and without loss of pay, meetings scheduled to handle Union business pertaining to the xxxxxxx’x area of responsibility which could not reasonably be accomplished during non-working hours. This business will be handled as expeditiously as possible and, except for matters taking only a few minutes, the appropriate management supervisor will be informed before a xxxxxxx performs Union business. A xxxxxxx may, with representatives permission from the management supervisor, use a company vehicle to pursue labor management problems during working hours. During outages and other emergencies, a supervisor has the right to require a xxxxxxx to give priority attention to Employer’s business. The xxxxxxx will confine the xxxxxxx’x activities during working hours to those matters pertaining to this Agreement. Stewards will not be terminated for any cause until the General Manager of the Appointing Officer Employer and the Business Manager of the Union have completed an investigation of such cause, provided that the investigation shall not last longer than fifteen (15) work days in cases not involving a reduction in force, and 48 hours in cases involving a reduction in force, without mutual agreement of the parties. In the event of a reduction in force involving a xxxxxxx, the General Manager for the purpose Employer and the Business Manager of meeting the Union will meet at least 48 hours prior to the reduction in force to allow adequate time for the Business Manager to replace the xxxxxxx; this section, in and conferring on terms and conditions of employmentitself, does not obligate Employer to otherwise give the Union advance notice of a reduction in force. As used in this section, “shop xxxxxxx” or “xxxxxxx” includes alternate shop stewards, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations “working hours” does not include meal and decisions at such meetingbreak periods.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Employment Agreement, Employment Agreement (Chugach Electric Association Inc)
Shop Stewards. 15The Association shall have the right to establish shop stewards for the General Unit according to the following conditions.
a) The Association agrees to notify the County Sheriff’s Department of the names, classifications and departments of their stewards, which shall not exceed) six (6) in number, including one chief xxxxxxx. The Union may select one Association shall immediately inform the Director of Human Resources and Sheriff’s Department of any changes in the original list and provide an update by name, department and classification.
b) A reasonable amount of time will be granted to the worker and the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to handle initial grievance and appeal procedures. The parties agree that in handling grievances, the worker and the xxxxxxx will use only the amount of time actually necessary. The County is not responsible for any travel, overtime or other miscellaneous cost resulting from the exercise of this right.
c) If a worker wishes to discuss a grievance or appeal on County time with a designated xxxxxxx, the worker shall be allowed an opportunity within a reasonable amount of time to verify if the designated xxxxxxx is available to be seen. If the xxxxxxx is present and available, the worker shall complete a "grievance release form" and submit it to the immediate supervisor prior to meeting with the xxxxxxx. Such release form shall only contain the worker's name, classification title, xxxxxxx'x name and work location of xxxxxxx, time left, date, and upon return, the worker shall note the time returned on the form. The supervisor shall maintain a record of such request. The supervisor shall determine if the employee can, because of work activity, be released at the time requested. If the employee is not released, the supervisor shall set an alternative time as soon as practical.
d) Upon authorization of the immediate supervisor, a xxxxxxx shall be released to perform the duties specified in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are workingsection. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related sign in and out of the work area stating the time and date of leaving and returning and where the xxxxxxx may be reached. In the event the xxxxxxx is unable to be released by the immediate supervisor at the time requested, the supervisor shall arrange a release time as soon as practical thereafter.
e) With prior approval by the Director of Human Resources, and Sheriffs Department, the Association may use the Sheriffs Department Training Room(s) for Shop Xxxxxxx Training. The Association shall submit the training agenda to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16Director of Human Resources for approval. The Union Shop stewards attending such training shall furnish the City with have available an accurate list aggregate pool of shop stewardseighty (80) hours paid time to attend training. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any Training time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is shall not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. The Union exceed four (4) hours per session and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx County shall not be unreasonably deniedresponsible for any overtime hours or travel related to such training.
19f) The County and the Association have agreed on a xxxxxxx release form including release procedures. If, in the judgment A copy of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately form is attached hereto as Attachment B.
g) The Association will equally distribute xxxxxxx workload amongst stewards so as to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20avoid overburdening any one xxxxxxx(s). In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings Stewards are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time responsible for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably deniedfull and timely completion of their County work assignment.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Memorandum of Understanding, Memorandum of Understanding
Shop Stewards. 15. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related up to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureaufive (5) shop xxxxxxx(s).
16. The Union shall furnish the City with an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. Stewards shall be allowed four (4) hours paid release time for Union Xxxxxxx training within six (6) months of appointment of a Xxxxxxx. In addition, four (4) hours paid release time shall be paid for Stewards for training regarding the provisions of the new Collective Bargaining Agreement within twelve (12) months of the effective date of this Agreement. The parties shall mutually agree to the number of Stewards to be released at any one time.
18. The Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
1819. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
1920. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
2021. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
2122. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
2223. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
2324. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
2425. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
2526. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her the shop xxxxxxx’x post of duty to assist the employee.
2627. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
2728. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
2829. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
Shop Stewards. 15The Association shall have the right to establish shop stewards for the Probation Peace Officers Unit according to the following conditions.
a) The Association agrees to notify the County Human Resources Director of the names, classifications and departments of their stewards, which shall not exceed four (4) in number, including one chief xxxxxxx. The Union may select one Association shall immediately inform the Director of Human Resources of any changes in the original list and provide an update by name, department and classification.
b) A reasonable amount of time will be granted the worker and the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to handle initial grievance and appeal procedures. The parties agree that in handling grievances, the worker and the xxxxxxx will use only the amount of time actually necessary. The County is not responsible for any travel, overtime or other miscellaneous cost resulting from the exercise of this right.
c) If a worker wishes to discuss a grievance or appeal on County time with a designated xxxxxxx, the worker shall be allowed an opportunity within a reasonable amount of time to verify if the designated xxxxxxx is available to be seen. If the xxxxxxx is present and available, the worker shall complete a "grievance release form" and submit it to the immediate supervisor prior to meeting with the xxxxxxx. Such release form shall only contain the worker's name, classification title, xxxxxxx'x name and work location of xxxxxxx, time left, date, and upon return, the worker shall note the time returned on the form. The supervisor shall maintain a record of such request. The supervisor shall determine if the employee can, because of work activity, be released at the time requested. If the employee is not released, the supervisor shall set an alternative time as soon as practical.
d) Upon authorization of the immediate supervisor, a xxxxxxx shall be released to perform the duties specified in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are workingsection. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related sign in and out of the work area stating the time and date of leaving and returning and where the xxxxxxx may be reached. In the event the xxxxxxx is unable to be released by the immediate supervisor at the time requested, the supervisor shall arrange a release time as soon as practical thereafter.
e) With prior approval by the Director of Human Resources, the Association may use the Human Resources Training Room for Shop Xxxxxxx Training. The Association shall submit the training agenda to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16Director of Human Resources for approval. The Union Shop stewards attending such training shall furnish the City with have available an accurate list aggregate pool of shop stewardsforty (40) hours paid time to attend training. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any Training time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is shall not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. The Union exceed four (4) hours per session and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx County shall not be unreasonably deniedresponsible for any overtime hours or travel related to such training.
19f) The County and the Association have agreed on a xxxxxxx release form including release procedures. If, in the judgment A copy of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately form is attached hereto as Attachment B.
g) The Association will equally distribute xxxxxxx workload amongst stewards so as to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20avoid overburdening any one xxxxxxx(s). In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings Stewards are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time responsible for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably deniedfull and timely completion of their County work assignment.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Memorandum of Understanding, Memorandum of Understanding
Shop Stewards. 159. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. UNION TWU Local 250-A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16. The Union shall furnish the City SFMTA with an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union UNION TWU Local 250-A may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, writing by the UnionUNION TWU Local 250-A, none will be recognized.
1710. The Union UNION TWU Local 250-A and the City SFMTA recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level. No more than two shop stewards representing a particular worksite may assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes arising in that worksite. Should that xxxxxxx be unavailable, a xxxxxxx representing another shop may substitute.
1811. While handling grievances, discipline, grievances or meeting with the City SFMTA representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two the shop stewards xxxxxxx shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; , provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the The shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably deniedpaid overtime if UNION TWU Local 250-A duties carry the employee past the her/his normal duty schedule. Shop stewards shall request time off at least 48-hours in advance of the time off requested, where practicable.
1912. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on on-duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
2013. In handling grievances or disciplinary mattersgrievances, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
2114. Consult consult with the affected an employee regarding the presentation of a grievance or dispute after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.;
2215. Present present to a supervisor a grievance, grievance or dispute which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, employees to present for resolution or adjustment.;
2316. Investigate investigate any such grievance or dispute so that such grievance or dispute can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.; and,
2417. Attend attend meetings with supervisors or other city SFMTA representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denieddisputes.
2518. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may must be taken because of violation of law or a City SFMTA or departmental rule (intoxication, theft, etc.), ) the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist in the employeegrievance procedure.
2619. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
2820. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at all departmental orientation sessions, sessions in order to distribute Union UNION TWU Local 250-A materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
Shop Stewards. 159. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16. The Union UNION shall furnish the City CITY with an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union UNION may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, writing by the UnionUNION, none will be recognized.
1710. The Union UNION and the City CITY recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level. No more than two shop stewards representing a particular worksite may assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes arising in that worksite. Should that xxxxxxx be unavailable, a xxxxxxx representing another shop may substitute.
1811. While handling grievances, discipline, grievances or meeting with the City CITY representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two the shop stewards xxxxxxx shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; , provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the The shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably deniedpaid overtime if UNION duties carry the employee past her/his normal duty schedule. Shop stewards shall request time off at least 48- hours in advance of the time off requested, where practicable.
1912. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on on-duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
2013. In handling grievances or disciplinary mattersgrievances, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right toright:
211. Consult to consult with the affected an employee regarding the presentation of a grievance or dispute after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.;
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
Shop Stewards. 15. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16. The Union shall furnish the City with an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. The Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
19. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her the shop xxxxxxx’x post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
Shop Stewards. 1512.1 The Company agrees to recognize the Stewards duly authorized by the Union to represent those employees covered by the terms of this Agreement. There will be a maximum of three (3) Stewards in total for all companies’ signatory to this Agreement unless modified by mutual agreement in writing between the Company and the Union. For each Xxxxxxx, the Union may designate one (1) Alternate,
A. For the purpose outlined above, the Union agrees to supply the Company in writing, and will maintain with the Company on a current basis, a complete list of Stewards. The Union will post a current list of Union Stewards on each Union Bulletin Board. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department appoint a replacement Shop Xxxxxxx for a Xxxxxxx who is on detachment, leave of absence, vacation, or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are workingotherwise incapacitated or unavailable. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related The regular certified Xxxxxxx will assume their Shop Xxxxxxx position upon return to work at Oceana and the xxxxxxx'x department or bureaureplacement Xxxxxxx will no longer be recognized as a Xxxxxxx.
16. The Union shall furnish the City with an accurate list B. Subject to other provisions of shop stewards. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writingarticle, by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. The Union reasonable and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed necessary time off during normal working work hours to perform such duties will be granted, without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to permit Stewards or Alternate Stewards to fulfill their responsibilities to the difficulty Employees, and will not unreasonably interfere with assigned duties. Xxxxxxxxxx rights provide that any employee may request Union representation during an investigatory interview by management. This right was established by the Supreme Court in 1975 (NLRB x. X. Xxxxxxxxxx, Inc.) and provides that a worker who is being interviewed by management may request that a Union Xxxxxxx or other employee be present during the interview. This right belongs to the worker, not the Union, and can be invoked only by the worker. Furthermore, the Union will ensure that Stewards will not conduct activities, which are not authorized by this Agreement or appropriate regulations.
C. Recognizing the mutual benefit of resolving problems at the lowest level, any employee who has a complaint or grievance may discuss the matter with their Xxxxxxx. When possible, discussions between Bargaining Unit members and Stewards should be conducted on the telephone. When discussions must occur away from the assigned cost center the necessary time away from the Xxxxxxx’x official work assignment will be scheduled as far in advance as practical to minimize interruption of workflow. When the Xxxxxxx finds it necessary to discuss a problem or labor- management disagreement with a unit employee and or management official, the Xxxxxxx will request permission to leave from their immediate supervisor. Prior to entering the work area of another Supervisor’s responsibility, the Xxxxxxx will contact the Supervisor for permission before attempting to contact any employee. In each instance, the request for permission will be made over the telephone, when possible. The Supervisor’s permission will be granted unless compelling work commitments dictate otherwise. If permission is denied, the Supervisor will establish an alternate time at which the Shop Xxxxxxx can contact the employee.
D. The scope of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not Xxxxxxx’x activities will be unreasonably denied.
19. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately limited to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right tofollowing:
211. Consult To consult with the affected an employee regarding the presentation of a request concerning this Agreement, complaint, or grievance after for which the employee has requested desires a Xxxxxxx to be present.
2. To investigate a complaint or grievance before presentation to the assistance appropriate supervisor.
3. To present a request concerning this Agreement, complaint or presence grievance to an employee’s immediate supervisor in an attempt to settle the matter for the employee.
4. To meet with an appropriate Supervisor or other designated representative of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives Company when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances in accordance with the grievance procedure of this Agreement.
5. To post notices, survey employees, and process information requests.
E. Shop Stewards will be employees of the Company, selected from among the employees whom they represent.
F. The Shop Xxxxxxx will respond to and adjust employee initiated verbal or represent employees written complaints, or grievances occurring under their jurisdiction as provided for in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall the grievance procedure.
G. The Union will be given notified as to the operating needs time and work schedules place of new hire orientation or in-processing, and be afforded the department, division, or section in which opportunity to meet the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the new employee.
26H. An employee who is a Xxxxxxx and who has accumulated six (6) months or more of seniority will, upon written request of the Union, be deferred from layoff so long as work for which they are qualified for is available among the group of employees they represent.
I. The Company will provide the President and the Chief Xxxxxxx of the Union 1 hour per week to meet with Union Members at their places of work to maintain/ensures a cohesive relationship with the Company and Union with CSM approval. Shop stewards shall This is not intended to interfere with the work of any employeenormal operations/workflow.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
Shop Stewards. 15Section 1 The Company recognizes the right of the Union to designate shop stewards and alternates. Shop stewards shall have the right to investigate and present grievances in accordance with the provisions of this collective bargaining agreement. Stewards shall be permitted reasonable time to investigate, present and process grievances on the Company property without loss of time or pay during their regular working hours. Such time spent in handling grievances during a xxxxxxx’x regular working hours shall be considered working hours in computing daily and/or weekly overtime if within the regular schedule of the xxxxxxx.
Section 2 The Union shall notify the Company of the designation of the shop stewards and shall keep the Company notified as to any changes in writing.
Section 3 In the event that it becomes necessary for a shop xxxxxxx to leave his place of work for the purpose of investigating or handling a grievance, or to attend to Union business, he shall notify his supervisor. He shall advise his supervisor or leadperson immediately upon his return.
Section 4 The Company is under no obligation to pay shop stewards or employees for time spent in grievance meetings or Company/Union meetings when such shop stewards or employees are not scheduled to work.
Section 5 The Company agrees to notify the shop stewards before any general layoff.
Section 6 The presence of a shop xxxxxxx may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department be requested by an employee who is called into the supervisor’s office to be reprimanded or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. disciplined.
Section 7 A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within be present when an employee is called into the supervisor’s office to receive a disciplinary layoff or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureaube discharged.
16. The Union shall furnish Section 8 For the City with an accurate list purpose of shop stewards. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. The Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
19. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20. In handling grievances or disciplinary matterslayoff only, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult super-seniority provided such xxxxxxx has more than one (1) year of continuous service with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxxCompany.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Shop Stewards. 15The Association shall have the right to establish shop stewards for the General Unit according to the following conditions.
a) The Association agrees to notify the County Sheriff’s Department of the names, classifications and departments of their stewards, which shall not exceed) six (6) in number, including one chief xxxxxxx. The Union may select one Association shall immediately inform the Director of Human Resources and Sheriff’s Department of any changes in the original list and provide an update by name, department and classification.
b) A reasonable amount of time will be granted the worker and the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to handle initial grievance and appeal procedures. The parties agree that in handling grievances, the worker and the xxxxxxx will use only the amount of time actually necessary. The County is not responsible for any travel, overtime or other miscellaneous cost resulting from the exercise of this right.
c) If a worker wishes to discuss a grievance or appeal on County time with a designated xxxxxxx, the worker shall be allowed an opportunity within a reasonable amount of time to verify if the designated xxxxxxx is available to be seen. If the xxxxxxx is present and available, the worker shall complete a "grievance release form" and submit it to the immediate supervisor prior to meeting with the xxxxxxx. Such release form shall only contain the worker's name, classification title, xxxxxxx'x name and work location of xxxxxxx, time left, date, and upon return, the worker shall note the time returned on the form. The supervisor shall maintain a record of such request. The supervisor shall determine if the employee can, because of work activity, be released at the time requested. If the employee is not released, the supervisor shall set an alternative time as soon as practical.
d) Upon authorization of the immediate supervisor, a xxxxxxx shall be released to perform the duties specified in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are workingsection. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related sign in and out of the work area stating the time and date of leaving and returning and where the xxxxxxx may be reached. In the event the xxxxxxx is unable to be released by the immediate supervisor at the time requested, the supervisor shall arrange a release time as soon as practical thereafter.
e) With prior approval by the Director of Human Resources, and Sheriffs Department, the Association may use the Sheriffs Department Training Room(s) for Shop Xxxxxxx Training. The Association shall submit the training agenda to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16Director of Human Resources for approval. The Union Shop stewards attending such training shall furnish the City with have available an accurate list aggregate pool of shop stewardseighty (80) hours paid time to attend training. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any Training time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is shall not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. The Union exceed four (4) hours per session and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx County shall not be unreasonably deniedresponsible for any overtime hours or travel related to such training.
19f) The County and the Association have agreed on a xxxxxxx release form including release procedures. If, in the judgment A copy of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately form is attached hereto as Attachment B.
g) The Association will equally distribute xxxxxxx workload amongst stewards so as to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20avoid overburdening any one xxxxxxx(s). In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings Stewards are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time responsible for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably deniedfull and timely completion of their County work assignment.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Side Letter Agreement
Shop Stewards. 15The EMPLOYER recognizes the right of the UNION to designate one Shop Xxxxxxx and one alternate Shop Xxxxxxx. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or UNION shall notify the EMPLOYER in writing of the names of the Shop Xxxxxxx and alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16Shop Xxxxxxx and all changes when they occur. The authority of the Shop Xxxxxxx and alternate Shop Xxxxxxx so designated by the Union shall furnish be limited to, and shall not exceed, the City following duties and activities: The investigation and presentation of grievances in accordance with an accurate list the provisions of shop stewardsthis Agreement and; The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate UNION action and; The transmission of such messages and information which shall originate with and are authorize by the UNION or its officers, provided such message end information. Have been reduced to writing; or If not reduced to writing, are of a routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusal to handle goods, or any other interference with the EMPLOYER'S business. The Union may submit amendments Shop Xxxxxxx and alternate Shop Xxxxxxx have no authority to this list at take strike action or any time because other action interrupting the EMPLOYER'S business, except as authorized by official action of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will be recognized.
17UNION. The Union EMPLOYER recognizes these limitations upon the authorized Shop Xxxxxxx and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions alternate Shop Xxxxxxx and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
19hold the UNION liable for any unauthorized acts. IfThe EMPLOYER, in the judgment of the supervisorso recognizing such limitation, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21authority to impose proper discipline in the event the Shop Xxxxxxx Or alternate Shop Xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Consult Such discipline may include discharge or suspension of the Shop Xxxxxxx or alternate Shop Xxxxxxx and shall be subject to the discipline, discharge, and grievance procedure provisions of this Agreement. Recognizing the importance of the role of the Shop Xxxxxxx and alternate Shop Xxxxxxx in resolving problems or disputes between the EMPLOYER and its EMPLOYEES, the EMPLOYER affirms its commitment to the active involvement of the UNION Shop Xxxxxxx and alternate Shop Xxxxxxx in such processes in accordance with the affected employee regarding terms of this Article. The Shop Xxxxxxx or the presentation of a grievance after alternate Shop Xxxxxxx shell be permitted reasonable time to investigate, present and process grievances on the employee has requested the assistance or presence EMPLOYER'S property without interruption of the shop xxxxxxx.
22EMPLOYER'S operation. Present Upon notification to his/her supervisor, a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee Shop Xxxxxxx or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration alternate Shop Xxxxxxx shall be given to afforded the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission right to leave his/her post work area for a reasonable period of duty time to assist investigate, present and process grievances and to represent a fellow EMPLOYEE concerning grievances or discipline so long as such activity does not unreasonably interrupt the employee.
26EMPLOYER'S operations. The EMPLOYER shall make a reasonable effort to accommodate the Shop stewards Xxxxxxx and alternate Shop Xxxxxxx to ensure that its operations are not interrupted by the Shop Xxxxxxx or alternate Shop Xxxxxxx'x engaging in such activity. The EMPLOYER shall not interfere use interruption of its operations as a subterfuge for denying such rights to the Shop Xxxxxxx or alternate Shop Xxxxxxx. Should the Shop Xxxxxxx or alternate Shop Xxxxxxx need to investigate the grievance off site, the Shop Xxxxxxx or alternate Shop Xxxxxxx will request such permission from his/her supervisor. The parties will attempt to minimize disruption of the workday when arranging such off-site investigations. The Shop Xxxxxxx and alternate Shop Xxxxxxx shall be compensated for all time during their working hours performing the functions described in this Article. This shall not include time spent in arbitration proceedings. The Shop Xxxxxxx and alternate Shop Xxxxxxx will be granted leave without any prejudice to attend arbitrations but shall not be compensated by the EMPLOYER for time not worked on such days. The EMPLOYER recognizes the EMPLOYEE'S (including the Shop Xxxxxxx'x and Alternate Shop Xxxxxxx'x) right to be given representation by a Xxxxxxx, at such time as the EMPLOYEE reasonably contemplates disciplinary action. When requested by the EMPLOYEE, there shall be a Shop Xxxxxxx, alternate Shop Xxxxxxx or UNION representative present whenever the EMPLOYER meets with an EMPLOYEE concerning discipline. Investigatory interviews or grievances; and, when requested by the EMPLOYEE or UNION, there shall be a Shop Xxxxxxx, alternate Shop Xxxxxxx or UNION representative present whenever the EMPLOYER meets with an EMPLOYEE concerning grievances. If no Shop Xxxxxxx or alternate Shop Xxxxxxx is immediately available and the EMPLOYER has a demonstrable need to meet with an EMPLOYEE before the end of the workday or the beginning of the following workday, the EMPLOYEE will be provided access to a UNION business representative in the place of the Shop Xxxxxxx or alternate Shop Xxxxxxx. The UNION business representative will be made available as expeditiously as possible. The EMPLOYER may inquire of an EMPLOYEE as to information necessary to avoid a customer service failure without a Shop Xxxxxxx or alternate Shop Xxxxxxx present, after affording the EMPLOYEE an opportunity to consult with the work requested Shop Xxxxxxx or alternate Shop Xxxxxxx or, in the Shop Xxxxxxx or alternate Shop Xxxxxxx'x Xxxxx, a UNION business representative, in private by telephone, when neither the Shop Xxxxxxx nor the alternate Shop Xxxxxxx can be available within the time necessary to avoid the customer service failure. If no Shop Xxxxxxx, alternate Shop Xxxxxxx^ Or business agent is available for the telephone consultation in time to avoid the customer service failure, they may inquire of any employee.
27. Pursuant the EMPLOYEE as to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of payinformation necessary to avoid the failure. To the extent practicable, meetings scheduled with representatives at which the Shop Xxxxxxx or alternate Shop Xxxxxxx is to be present pursuant to the terms of this Article shall be held at the beginning or end of the Appointing Officer for work day at the purpose EMPLOYER'S facility to avoid interruption of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meetingEMPLOYER'S operations.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
Shop Stewards. 159. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16. The Union UNION shall furnish the City CITY with an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union UNION may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, writing by the UnionUNION, none will be recognized.
1710. The Union UNION and the City CITY recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level. No more than two shop stewards representing a particular worksite may assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes arising in that worksite. Should that xxxxxxx be unavailable, a xxxxxxx representing another shop may substitute.
1811. While handling grievances, discipline, grievances or meeting with the City CITY representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two the shop stewards xxxxxxx shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; , provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the The shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably deniedpaid overtime if UNION duties carry the employee past her/his normal duty schedule. Shop stewards shall request time off at least 48-hours in advance of the time off requested, where practicable.
1912. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on on-duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
2013. In handling grievances or disciplinary mattersgrievances, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right toright:
2114. Consult 1. to consult with the affected an employee regarding the presentation of a grievance or dispute after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.;
2215. Present 2. to present to a supervisor a grievance, grievance or dispute which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, employees to present for resolution or adjustment.;
2316. Investigate 3. to investigate any such grievance or dispute so that such grievance or dispute can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.; and,
2417. Attend 4. to attend meetings with supervisors or other city CITY representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denieddisputes.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
Shop Stewards. 15. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related up to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureaufive (5) shop xxxxxxx(s).
16. The On July 1 of each year, the Union shall furnish the City Department of Human Resources Employee Relations Division with an accurate a written list of shop stewards and alternate stewards. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because During the course of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxxyear, the Union shall amend the list as needed to ensure that the list is accurate and up to date. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. Stewards shall be allowed eight (8) hours paid release time per year for Union Xxxxxxx training. The parties shall mutually agree to the number of Stewards to be released at any one time.
18. The Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level.
1819. While handling grievances, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
1920. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
2021. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
2122. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
2223. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
2324. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
2425. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
2526. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her the shop xxxxxxx’x post of duty to assist the employee.
2627. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
2728. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
2829. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
Shop Stewards. 159. The Union may select one xxxxxxx and/or alternate xxxxxxx in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are working. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16. The Union UNION shall furnish the City CITY with an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union UNION may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the permanent absence of a designated shop xxxxxxx. If a shop xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, writing by the UnionUNION, none will be recognized.
1710. The Union UNION and the City CITY recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes at the lowest possible level. No more than two shop stewards representing a particular worksite may assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes arising in that worksite. Should that xxxxxxx be unavailable, a xxxxxxx representing another shop may substitute.
1811. While handling grievances, discipline, grievances or meeting with the City CITY representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two the shop stewards xxxxxxx shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; , provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such release time for the The shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably deniedpaid overtime if UNION duties carry the employee past the employee’s normal duty schedule. Shop stewards shall request time off at least 48- hours in advance of the time off requested, where practicable.
1912. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on on-duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
2013. In handling grievances or disciplinary mattersgrievances, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right toright:
2114. Consult 1. to consult with the affected an employee regarding the presentation of a grievance or dispute after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.;
2215. Present 2. to present to a supervisor a grievance, grievance or dispute which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, employees to present for resolution or adjustment.;
2316. Investigate 3. to investigate any such grievance or dispute so that such grievance or dispute can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.; and,
2417. Attend 4. to attend meetings with supervisors or other city CITY representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denieddisputes.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
Shop Stewards. 15The Association shall have the right to establish shop stewards for the Probation Peace Officers Unit according to the following conditions.
a) The Association agrees to notify the County Human Resources Director of the names, classifications and departments of their stewards, which shall not exceed four (4) in number, including one chief xxxxxxx. The Union may select one Association shall immediately inform the Director of Human Resources of any changes in the original list and provide an update by name, department and classification.
b) A reasonable amount of time will be granted the worker and the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to handle initial grievance and appeal procedures. The parties agree that in handling grievances, the worker and the xxxxxxx will use only the amount of time actually necessary. The County is not responsible for any travel, overtime or other miscellaneous cost resulting from the exercise of this right.
c) If a worker wishes to discuss a grievance or appeal on County time with a designated xxxxxxx, the worker shall be allowed an opportunity within a reasonable amount of time to verify if the designated xxxxxxx is available to be seen. If the xxxxxxx is present and available, the worker shall complete a "grievance release form" and submit it to the immediate supervisor prior to meeting with the xxxxxxx. Such release form shall only contain the worker's name, classification title, xxxxxxx'x name and work location of xxxxxxx, time left, date, and upon return, the worker shall note the time returned on the form. The supervisor shall maintain a record of such request. The supervisor shall determine if the employee can, because of work activity, be released at the time requested. If the employee is not released, the supervisor shall set an alternative time as soon as practical.
d) Upon authorization of the immediate supervisor, a xxxxxxx shall be released to perform the duties specified in each department or bureau in which employees covered by this CBA are workingsection. A xxxxxxx shall only deal with grievances within or related to the xxxxxxx'x department or bureau.
16. The Union shall furnish the City with an accurate list of shop stewards. The Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because sign in and out of the permanent absence work area stating the time and date of a designated shop xxxxxxxleaving and returning and where the xxxxxxx may be reached. If a shop In the event the xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing, unable to be released by the Union, none will be recognized.
17. The Union and the City recognize that it is the responsibility of the shop xxxxxxx to assist in the resolution of grievances or disputes immediate supervisor at the lowest possible level.
18. While handling grievancestime requested, discipline, or meeting with the City representatives concerning matters affecting the working conditions and status of employees covered by this CBA, not more than two shop stewards supervisor shall be allowed time off during normal working hours to perform such duties without loss of pay; provided, however, that time off for investigation shall be reasonably related to the difficulty of the grievance. No xxxxxxx shall leave the duty or work station or assignment without specific approval of the employee's department head or other authorized manager. Such arrange a release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably deniedas soon as practical thereafter.
19. If, in the judgment of the supervisor, permission cannot be granted immediately to the shop xxxxxxx to investigate or present a grievance during on duty time, such permission shall be granted by the supervisor no later than the next working day from the date the shop xxxxxxx was denied permission, unless the parties agree to an alternative time.
20. In handling grievances or disciplinary matters, the shop xxxxxxx shall have the right to:
21. Consult with the affected employee regarding the presentation of a grievance after the employee has requested the assistance or presence of the shop xxxxxxx.
22. Present to a supervisor a grievance, which has been requested by an employee or group of employees, for resolution or adjustment.
23. Investigate any such grievance so that such grievance can be properly discussed with the supervisor or the designated representative.
24. Attend meetings with supervisors or other city representatives when such meetings are necessary to adjust grievances or represent employees in disciplinary matters. In scheduling meetings, due consideration shall be given to the operating needs and work schedules of the department, division, or section in which the employees are employed. Release time for the shop xxxxxxx shall not be unreasonably denied.
25. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action may be taken because of violation of law or a City or departmental rule (theft, etc.), the shop xxxxxxx shall, if possible, be granted immediate permission to leave his/her post of duty to assist the employee.
26. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee.
27. Pursuant to the Xxxxxx-Xxxxxx-Xxxxx Act and Employee Relations Ordinance, a reasonable number of stewards or other designated employees may attend during working hours with no loss of pay, meetings scheduled with representatives of the Appointing Officer for the purpose of meeting and conferring on terms and conditions of employment, and may participate in the discussions, deliberations and decisions at such meeting.
28. Stewards shall receive timely notice of departmental orientation sessions, and shall be permitted to make appearances at departmental orientation sessions, in order to distribute Union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this CBA. The Union and a department or bureau may agree to other arrangements for contact between stewards and new employees.
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Samples: Side Letter Agreement
