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What is the effective date for the 7(g) rate increase according to the provided agreement?
What is the effective date for the 7(g) rate increase according to the provided agreement?
What is the percentage raise for the 7(g) rate increase scheduled for January 1, 2023?
What is the percentage raise for the 7(g) rate increase scheduled for January 1, 2023?
Which of the following positions would be eligible for 7(g) compensation?
Which of the following positions would be eligible for 7(g) compensation?
Under what condition will Firefighter/Paramedics move to step 2 in the pay schedule?
Under what condition will Firefighter/Paramedics move to step 2 in the pay schedule?
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What happens on January 1st for Fire Lieutenants and Fire Captains regarding their step movement?
What happens on January 1st for Fire Lieutenants and Fire Captains regarding their step movement?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding the Fire Chief's authority?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the Fire Chief's authority?
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What is the compensation rate for 7(g) work effective on January 1, 2024?
What is the compensation rate for 7(g) work effective on January 1, 2024?
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Which of the following is NOT a condition for satisfactory performance leading to step increases?
Which of the following is NOT a condition for satisfactory performance leading to step increases?
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Which of the following benefits are specifically mentioned as being available to full-time employees?
Which of the following benefits are specifically mentioned as being available to full-time employees?
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What financial responsibility does the City have towards bargaining unit employees who die in the line of duty?
What financial responsibility does the City have towards bargaining unit employees who die in the line of duty?
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When can the Union reopen the agreement to propose changes to insurance plans?
When can the Union reopen the agreement to propose changes to insurance plans?
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What is the expiration date for the reopener and waiver agreed upon by the Union and the City?
What is the expiration date for the reopener and waiver agreed upon by the Union and the City?
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How many members will be part of the Joint Wellness/Fitness Committee, and how are they appointed?
How many members will be part of the Joint Wellness/Fitness Committee, and how are they appointed?
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What is the primary purpose of the Joint Wellness/Fitness Committee?
What is the primary purpose of the Joint Wellness/Fitness Committee?
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What must the City do in relation to the Union’s proposal to change insurance plans?
What must the City do in relation to the Union’s proposal to change insurance plans?
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What type of insurance is made available to bargaining unit employees by the City in the case of death?
What type of insurance is made available to bargaining unit employees by the City in the case of death?
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What must an employee do upon restoring their EMT-P license during their term of employment?
What must an employee do upon restoring their EMT-P license during their term of employment?
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What happens to an employee promoted to Fire Lieutenant regarding their pay step?
What happens to an employee promoted to Fire Lieutenant regarding their pay step?
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How many hours of holiday stipend pay do shift personnel receive for the first seven holidays of the year?
How many hours of holiday stipend pay do shift personnel receive for the first seven holidays of the year?
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What is the calculation method for determining the regular paycheck amount for each two-week pay period?
What is the calculation method for determining the regular paycheck amount for each two-week pay period?
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When are regular scheduled pay periods for employees?
When are regular scheduled pay periods for employees?
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What percentage increase in pay does a Captain acting as a Shift Commander receive?
What percentage increase in pay does a Captain acting as a Shift Commander receive?
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If an employee does not work on a holiday, what will they receive?
If an employee does not work on a holiday, what will they receive?
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How is Holiday Pay determined for 40-hour work week employees required to work on holidays?
How is Holiday Pay determined for 40-hour work week employees required to work on holidays?
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What benefit do employees receive during the month of January for the holiday pay?
What benefit do employees receive during the month of January for the holiday pay?
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How is overtime compensation determined for employees acting out of rank for more than 8 hours?
How is overtime compensation determined for employees acting out of rank for more than 8 hours?
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What must shift personnel do if a holiday falls on a Saturday?
What must shift personnel do if a holiday falls on a Saturday?
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What happens to the pay rate of an employee upon completion of their acting assignment?
What happens to the pay rate of an employee upon completion of their acting assignment?
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What must employees maintaining their paramedic license not expect to receive?
What must employees maintaining their paramedic license not expect to receive?
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How often are employees' paychecks calculated and issued?
How often are employees' paychecks calculated and issued?
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At what step in the grievance procedure can an employee file if they believe their step increase denial was unreasonable?
At what step in the grievance procedure can an employee file if they believe their step increase denial was unreasonable?
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How is the straight-time hourly rate for shift employees calculated?
How is the straight-time hourly rate for shift employees calculated?
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What is the stipend amount for an employee who achieves a bachelor’s degree?
What is the stipend amount for an employee who achieves a bachelor’s degree?
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What experience pay do employees with fifteen or more years of service receive?
What experience pay do employees with fifteen or more years of service receive?
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How is the paramedic stipend calculated for eligible employees?
How is the paramedic stipend calculated for eligible employees?
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For employees assigned to 40-hour staff positions, what is the equivalent amount credited for personal time?
For employees assigned to 40-hour staff positions, what is the equivalent amount credited for personal time?
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What is the wage differential for personnel working in a staff position compared to shift positions?
What is the wage differential for personnel working in a staff position compared to shift positions?
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What condition must be met for an employee transitioning to receive the paramedic stipend?
What condition must be met for an employee transitioning to receive the paramedic stipend?
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When will personal time requested by an employee NOT be allowed?
When will personal time requested by an employee NOT be allowed?
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What is the payout mechanism for any remaining personal time at the end of the year?
What is the payout mechanism for any remaining personal time at the end of the year?
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What are the maximum firefighters allowed per shift for reclassification to a Firefighter?
What are the maximum firefighters allowed per shift for reclassification to a Firefighter?
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How often is experience pay distributed to eligible employees?
How often is experience pay distributed to eligible employees?
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What is the annual stipend amount for a master's degree?
What is the annual stipend amount for a master's degree?
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What is the minimum number of acting officers required per shift?
What is the minimum number of acting officers required per shift?
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Who can be considered qualified to act out of rank when an officer is off?
Who can be considered qualified to act out of rank when an officer is off?
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What is the condition for a lieutenant in Battalion 2 to act out of rank?
What is the condition for a lieutenant in Battalion 2 to act out of rank?
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Which of the following certifications is NOT necessary for the charge paramedic stipend eligibility?
Which of the following certifications is NOT necessary for the charge paramedic stipend eligibility?
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How is charge paramedic pay calculated?
How is charge paramedic pay calculated?
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What is the employee premium contribution for health and/or dental insurance?
What is the employee premium contribution for health and/or dental insurance?
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What happens if the City implements changes to insurance benefits?
What happens if the City implements changes to insurance benefits?
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Under what condition are charge paramedics on non-transport units eligible for the stipend?
Under what condition are charge paramedics on non-transport units eligible for the stipend?
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What percentage of base pay is provided for employer-paid life insurance?
What percentage of base pay is provided for employer-paid life insurance?
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What is the condition for the City to change insurance carriers or networks?
What is the condition for the City to change insurance carriers or networks?
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For how long are the benefits/plans provided by the City guaranteed to remain at similar levels?
For how long are the benefits/plans provided by the City guaranteed to remain at similar levels?
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What must occur if parties fail to reach an agreement on proposed changes initiated by the City?
What must occur if parties fail to reach an agreement on proposed changes initiated by the City?
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Which of the following is directly included in the charge paramedic’s stipulations?
Which of the following is directly included in the charge paramedic’s stipulations?
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What entity has the discretion to add additional certifications for charge paramedic stipend eligibility?
What entity has the discretion to add additional certifications for charge paramedic stipend eligibility?
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Study Notes
Wages and Salary Structure
- Employees receive salaries as per Appendix A, with increases retroactive to January 1, 2020.
- Compensation for additional voluntary assignments follows the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Section 7(g).
- Specific roles eligible for additional compensation include training instructors, inspection duties, and various programs, with rates increasing annually.
7G Rate Chart
- Rate increases effective January 1 each year from 2020-2024:
- 2020: 3.00% ($27.39/hour)
- 2021: 1.00% ($27.66/hour)
- 2022: 1.00% ($27.94/hour)
- 2023: 2.00% ($28.50/hour)
- 2024: 1.75% ($29.00/hour)
Step Movement
- Firefighter/Paramedics start at Step 1, moving to Step 2 after 12 months of acceptable performance.
- Further step increases occur each January 1st, conditional on satisfactory performance.
- Fire Chief has authority to deny step movement for unsatisfactory performance, with an option to file a grievance.
Compensation Calculations
- Regular hourly rate for shift employees calculated by dividing annual salary by 2595.
- For 40-hour week employees, the rate is derived from dividing annual salary by 2080 hours.
Educational and Experience Pay
- Employees completing educational requirements receive different stipends:
- Associate's Degree: $275
- Bachelor's Degree: $475
- Master's Degree: $675
- Experience pay for service tenure includes:
- 10-15 years: $1,250
- 15+ years: $1,750
- 20+ years: $2,250
Paramedic Stipend
- Firefighter/Paramedics with five years of service receive a 5% stipend of current topped-out firefighter pay.
- Lieutenants and Captains with paramedic licenses receive a 3% stipend.
Personal Time and Benefits
- Employees in 40-hour positions receive a contribution equivalent to 16 hours of straight-time pay for personal time.
- Conditions for using personal time include proper notification and restrictions on concurrent requests.
- Employees assigned to 24-hour shifts receive 16 hours of personal time.
Differentials and Reclassifications
- A 6% wage differential applies to staff positions versus shift positions.
- Firefighter/Paramedics may voluntarily reclassify as Firefighters after ten years of service, maintaining EMT-P licensure.
Promotions and Pay Adjustments
- Promotions to Fire Lieutenant or Captain result in starting at Step 1 of the new pay grade.
- Regular pay periods occur every two weeks with options for direct deposit.
Holiday Pay and Stipends
- Shift personnel receive holiday pay for major holidays worked at 1.5 times their regular rate.
- Staff personnel receive additional holiday pay equal to eight hours of their hourly rate when required to work holidays.
Additional Benefits and Insurance
- City maintains insurance benefits at current or similar levels, subject to negotiations for any potential changes.
- Employees contribute 20% of the monthly premium for health and dental insurance.
- Full-time employees receive employer-paid life insurance benefits of 150% of base pay, no less than $20,000.### Funeral Expenses Coverage
- The City will cover funeral expenses for bargaining unit employees who die due to injuries or illnesses sustained in the line of duty.
Reopener Agreement Details
- Agreement allows the Union to propose a change to medical and dental insurance plans for all bargaining unit employees.
- Proposed changes can be made on November 30, 2021, and November 30, 2022.
- New plans effective January 1, 2023, and January 1, 2024.
- The City commits to negotiating in good faith regarding proposed insurance changes.
- The Union waives its right to interest arbitration on this issue under the Illinois Labor Relations Act.
- This reopener and waiver will expire on December 31, 2024.
Joint Wellness/Fitness Committee
- A joint committee will be formed, consisting of six members: three appointed by the Fire Chief and three by the Union.
- The committee's purpose is to explain, promote, and evaluate the wellness fitness program for employees.
- Meetings will be held as needed to address the wellness program.
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