Common use of CAREER DEVELOPMENT FUNDS Clause in Contracts

CAREER DEVELOPMENT FUNDS. During the term of this MOU, Management agrees to provide an appropriation of $120,000 to the Personnel Department for the exclusive purpose of funding training programs for members of this Unit. Any training proposed must be of direct value to the City and will provide special knowledge and skills to the trainee which cannot be provided through other available in-service programs. The parties agree to reopen this Article on or after July 1, 2010 to determine whether additional funding is available for training for this Unit. A. Unit Responsibilities 1. Identify the career development needs of the Unit members. 2. Propose training programs to meet those needs. 3. Assist the Personnel Department in developing a career counseling program for Unit members. 4. Disseminate information on available programs to Unit members. B. Management Responsibilities 1. Consult with Unit representatives in developing training proposals. 2. Approve all training programs. 3. Coordinate the administration of all training programs. 4. Administer the training funds. 5. Provide career counseling to Unit members. C. It is understood by both parties that: 1. Programs will be designed for maximum participation, but not all members of the Unit may be able to participate in training; 2. Cost of training will include, but not be limited to, instructor fees, training aids and materials, training site rentals, and other training-related costs;