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What information must the written grievance include?
What information must the written grievance include?
- Details of previous grievances only
- Just the nature of the grievance
- Nature of the grievance and the date of occurrence
- Nature of the grievance, date, officers involved, and claimed violations (correct)
Within how many days must the immediate supervisor discuss the grievance after receipt?
Within how many days must the immediate supervisor discuss the grievance after receipt?
- Ten days
- Seven days
- Five days (correct)
- Three days
What is required of the Chief after the grievance is referred to Step 3?
What is required of the Chief after the grievance is referred to Step 3?
- The Chief must give a verbal answer immediately
- The Chief must ignore the grievance
- The Chief must notify the City Manager first
- The Chief must hold a meeting within seven days (correct)
What happens if the grievance is not resolved at Step 3?
What happens if the grievance is not resolved at Step 3?
What must be included in the notice to arbitrate?
What must be included in the notice to arbitrate?
How long does the City Manager have to provide a written answer after the meeting?
How long does the City Manager have to provide a written answer after the meeting?
What documentation must accompany the written grievance?
What documentation must accompany the written grievance?
How soon after receiving the grievance must the immediate supervisor provide a written answer?
How soon after receiving the grievance must the immediate supervisor provide a written answer?
What is the maximum number of Association members allowed to be released from work at full pay for negotiations?
What is the maximum number of Association members allowed to be released from work at full pay for negotiations?
Which of the following activities is NOT covered by the full pay provision for released members?
Which of the following activities is NOT covered by the full pay provision for released members?
What is required for no shift adjustment to be made during meetings with the City?
What is required for no shift adjustment to be made during meetings with the City?
What defines a grievance in the context of this Agreement?
What defines a grievance in the context of this Agreement?
Which officers are not protected under the grievance procedure during their probationary period?
Which officers are not protected under the grievance procedure during their probationary period?
What does the parties’ agreement emphasize regarding grievances?
What does the parties’ agreement emphasize regarding grievances?
Who can examine time sheets and records related to the compensation of officers?
Who can examine time sheets and records related to the compensation of officers?
Which statement about visiting the Employer’s operation is correct?
Which statement about visiting the Employer’s operation is correct?
When can officers exchange their Shift Location Designations (SLDs)?
When can officers exchange their Shift Location Designations (SLDs)?
What is the minimum length of time an officer can choose for their vacation block?
What is the minimum length of time an officer can choose for their vacation block?
How long in advance must an officer submit a request for a single vacation day?
How long in advance must an officer submit a request for a single vacation day?
Which of the following is NOT a type of leave time that requires approval from the Shift Commander?
Which of the following is NOT a type of leave time that requires approval from the Shift Commander?
When can officers expect to see their new shift roster?
When can officers expect to see their new shift roster?
How long are shift vacation lists maintained?
How long are shift vacation lists maintained?
What is the maximum amount of time an officer can take leave time in one increment?
What is the maximum amount of time an officer can take leave time in one increment?
When are job openings for shifts posted?
When are job openings for shifts posted?
When an officer is required to appear in court for two separate cases within a three-hour period, under what condition will they be paid for more than the minimum three hours?
When an officer is required to appear in court for two separate cases within a three-hour period, under what condition will they be paid for more than the minimum three hours?
What is the minimum amount of time an officer is guaranteed to be paid for when called into court while off duty?
What is the minimum amount of time an officer is guaranteed to be paid for when called into court while off duty?
How much is an officer paid for court time under "standby status"?
How much is an officer paid for court time under "standby status"?
What is the requirement for any call-in/court-time overtime pay exceeding three hours?
What is the requirement for any call-in/court-time overtime pay exceeding three hours?
Under what circumstances is an officer not eligible to receive court time pay?
Under what circumstances is an officer not eligible to receive court time pay?
What is the minimum amount of time an officer must submit a vacation request before their desired vacation date?
What is the minimum amount of time an officer must submit a vacation request before their desired vacation date?
Who has the authority to waive the forty-eight-hour vacation request submission requirement?
Who has the authority to waive the forty-eight-hour vacation request submission requirement?
What is the purpose of Article 21 in the Labor Agreement?
What is the purpose of Article 21 in the Labor Agreement?
Which of the following actions can the Employer take regarding Association officers, according to this agreement?
Which of the following actions can the Employer take regarding Association officers, according to this agreement?
What specific right does the Weingarten Decision guarantee to officers?
What specific right does the Weingarten Decision guarantee to officers?
Under what circumstances can the Employer discipline officers without just cause?
Under what circumstances can the Employer discipline officers without just cause?
How many calendar days does the Employer have to serve written charges on an officer before disciplinary action is taken, excluding verbal reprimands?
How many calendar days does the Employer have to serve written charges on an officer before disciplinary action is taken, excluding verbal reprimands?
According to the agreement, what is the Employer's responsibility regarding Association notices on the bulletin board?
According to the agreement, what is the Employer's responsibility regarding Association notices on the bulletin board?
How does the agreement address officers' access to their personnel files?
How does the agreement address officers' access to their personnel files?
What type of disciplinary action can be given to officers without following the written charges requirement?
What type of disciplinary action can be given to officers without following the written charges requirement?
The agreement between the Employer and the Association primarily focuses on what aspects of the officers' working conditions?
The agreement between the Employer and the Association primarily focuses on what aspects of the officers' working conditions?
According to the provided content, when must a grievance be filed in writing?
According to the provided content, when must a grievance be filed in writing?
What is the purpose of "Step 1" in the grievance procedure?
What is the purpose of "Step 1" in the grievance procedure?
What happens if the officer chooses to use a statutory or administrative remedy for their dispute?
What happens if the officer chooses to use a statutory or administrative remedy for their dispute?
What is the role of the officer's representative in "Step 1" of the grievance procedure?
What is the role of the officer's representative in "Step 1" of the grievance procedure?
Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as an example of a statutory or administrative scheme for grievance purposes?
Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as an example of a statutory or administrative scheme for grievance purposes?
How does the agreement handle situations where the officer seeks relief that is not within the jurisdiction of other statutory or administrative forums?
How does the agreement handle situations where the officer seeks relief that is not within the jurisdiction of other statutory or administrative forums?
What is the purpose of the Comis in resolving disputes?
What is the purpose of the Comis in resolving disputes?
How long does the immediate supervisor have to provide a verbal response after discussing the complaint with the officer in Step 1?
How long does the immediate supervisor have to provide a verbal response after discussing the complaint with the officer in Step 1?
Flashcards
What are restrictions on replacing officers?
What are restrictions on replacing officers?
The Employer cannot replace officers in the Association with non-officers for work that is considered the work of officers in the Association.
Are there limitations on agreements with other labor organizations?
Are there limitations on agreements with other labor organizations?
The Employer cannot enter into any agreements with other labor organizations that affect the wages, hours, or working conditions of Association officers.
What is a communication tool provided by the Employer?
What is a communication tool provided by the Employer?
The Employer must provide a bulletin board in the Police Department for communication purposes by the Association.
What access do officers have to their personnel files?
What access do officers have to their personnel files?
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What is the requirement for discipline?
What is the requirement for discipline?
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What Right do officers have during a disciplinary investigation?
What Right do officers have during a disciplinary investigation?
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What steps need to be taken before formal discipline?
What steps need to be taken before formal discipline?
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How long do officers have to respond to written questions?
How long do officers have to respond to written questions?
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Shift Selection Period
Shift Selection Period
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Shift Selection Preference
Shift Selection Preference
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Written Grievance
Written Grievance
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Step 2: Immediate Supervisor
Step 2: Immediate Supervisor
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Shift Exchange
Shift Exchange
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Vacation Selection
Vacation Selection
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Step 3: Chief
Step 3: Chief
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Vacation Approval
Vacation Approval
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Step 4: City Manager
Step 4: City Manager
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Step 5: Arbitration
Step 5: Arbitration
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Leave Time Approval
Leave Time Approval
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Leave Time Denial
Leave Time Denial
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Grievance Procedure
Grievance Procedure
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Job Opening Posting
Job Opening Posting
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Grievant Officer
Grievant Officer
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Association
Association
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What is a grievance?
What is a grievance?
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What right does the Association have regarding employee records?
What right does the Association have regarding employee records?
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What's allowed regarding representatives visiting the workplace?
What's allowed regarding representatives visiting the workplace?
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How many Association members can be released for negotiations and grievances?
How many Association members can be released for negotiations and grievances?
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What is the focus of grievances?
What is the focus of grievances?
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Who cannot use the grievance procedure?
Who cannot use the grievance procedure?
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What is the purpose of the Grievance Procedure?
What is the purpose of the Grievance Procedure?
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What is encouraged when resolving grievances?
What is encouraged when resolving grievances?
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Grievance
Grievance
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Grievance Filing Time Limit
Grievance Filing Time Limit
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Step 1: Verbal Discussion
Step 1: Verbal Discussion
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Step 2: Written Grievance
Step 2: Written Grievance
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Election of Remedies
Election of Remedies
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Seeking Legal Relief
Seeking Legal Relief
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Grievance Process Scope
Grievance Process Scope
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Calendar Days
Calendar Days
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Court Call-In Overtime
Court Call-In Overtime
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Multiple Court Appearances
Multiple Court Appearances
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Standby Compensation
Standby Compensation
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Standby Conditions
Standby Conditions
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Overtime Approval
Overtime Approval
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FTO & Committee Overtime
FTO & Committee Overtime
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Duty-Related Illness and Court Time
Duty-Related Illness and Court Time
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Labor Agreement Distribution
Labor Agreement Distribution
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Study Notes
Article 3 - Representation
- City allows four Association members to be released from work for negotiations, grievances, or other matters with City representatives. This does not include Association activities like preparation for arbitration.
- Association has the right to examine time sheets and records related to compensation disputes.
- Authorized Association representatives can visit the employer during working hours to discuss matters covered by the agreement, without disrupting the workforce.
- A MAP representative sits on the Bargaining Committee.
Article 4 - Grievance Procedure
- A grievance is a difference, dispute, or complaint concerning the Agreement's application or interpretation (including rules and regulations), during the Agreement's life.
- Every officer can submit grievances according to the established procedure.
- Probationary officers are not covered by the grievance procedure during their probationary period.
- Grievances should be filed in writing within 10 days of the event, or as reasonably soon after as possible.
- Each step of the procedure must be followed, with earnest efforts to resolve the grievance.
Article 7 - Association Rights
- Association officers cannot be required to work for another employer.
- The employer will not replace existing Association officers with other individuals in the position, except for temporary situations, training, or emergencies.
- The employer will not enter into agreements with other labor organizations concerning Association officers and their conditions.
Article 8 - Discipline
- Employers cannot discipline officers without just cause.
- Officers are entitled to Weingarten rights.
- Written charges must be provided to the officer and the Association within a certain timeframe, related to the infraction or the employer's knowledge of it.
- Officers have a certain timeframe to respond to disciplinary questions from supervision.
Article 9 - Probation
- Probationary officers serve a one-year probationary period.
- Absences exceeding 15 workdays during that period extend the probationary period.
- Successfully completing the probationary period allows an officer to be placed on the seniority list.
Article 10 - Seniority
- Seniority is given to officers who have completed their probationary period.
- Seniority does not apply to probationary officers.
- A seniority list will be posted.
- Seniority is lost under specific circumstances (discharge, voluntary quit, layoff, absence without notification, etc.).
Article 17 - Hours of Work
- Normal work hours for Patrol officers depend on the specific job and duties.
- Normal workdays for other officers are usually 10 or 12 hours; exceptions exist for certain positions like K9 officers.
- Training is considered a full workday if exceeding a certain duration (5 hours for 8-hour workday, 6 hours for 10-hour workday, 7-hours for 12-hour workday).
Article 18 - Overtime/Compensatory Time
- Officers can choose between overtime pay and compensatory time for time worked beyond 40 hours in a week, or beyond 12 hours on a workday in certain cases.
- Overscheduling can result in additional time being paid at one and a half times the hourly rate.
- Compensatory time will be calculated and paid upon specific conditions (including within a certain time period of the year).
Article 19 - Distribution of Overtime
- The employer attempts to distribute overtime fairly.
- Seniority applies, but the order of assignments can change depending on eligibility and request details.
- Details of the overtime assignments will be posted.
Article 20 - Call-In and Court Time
- Paid overtime for court appearances is granted when required by subpoena or other legal proceedings.
- The minimum court time pay is 3 hours.
Article 21 - Distribution of Labor Agreement
- The City provides a certain number of copies of the agreement.
Article 22 - Vacation Time
- Probationary officers cannot take vacation time before completing probation.
- Vacation requests must be made in advance (48 hours).
Article 25 - Sick Leave
- Sick leave is granted in increments that are at least 4 hours.
- It must be requested prior to the start of a shift.
Article 28 - Bereavement Leave
- Officers receive paid leave for the death of specified family members for a period of 3, 5, or 5 days (depending on shift hours)
- Leave can be extended in certain situations.
Article 39 - Management Rights
- The City retains its authority described in the agreement.
- The employer holds the right to manage staff, resources, and decisions, subject to the agreement terms.
Article 42 - Mandatory Training Program
- The City has the right to determine the training program's parameters.
- Training time is included in the normal work schedule.
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Explore the key points of Articles 3 and 4 from a labor agreement, focusing on the representation of Association members and the grievance procedure. Understand the rights of officers and representatives in relation to workplace issues and disputes concerning the agreement.
