Common use of CHANGES IN RULES AND REGULATIONS Clause in Contracts

CHANGES IN RULES AND REGULATIONS. The Parties agree that when there exists the duty to negotiate, they will do so in good faith to the extent permitted under Title VII of the Civil Service Reform Act of 1978 and will reserve all rights granted by the statute. The procedures set forth below are intended to effectuate this obligation. When proposed changes in conditions of employment in the unit may result, the Service will transmit two (2) copies of proposed changes to the Chairman of the NJC and one copy to each Regional Council President. Changes in or deletions from an existing issuance will be identified and a copy of the prior issuance will be included. The Council shall transmit its comments within twenty (20) calendar days of receipt of the proposals. If a disagreement exists, the matter shall be scheduled as a topic for discussion at the next quarterly consultation meeting. If the matter cannot be resolved informally by the above process, the Parties shall commence negotiations in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Service Reform Act of 1978 on the issue. Unless otherwise mutually agreed to by the Parties, such negotiations normally shall occur on the day(s) subsequent to the dates on which the quarterly consultation meeting is scheduled. Official time shall be authorized for such negotiations in accordance with Title VII. ARTICLE VIII--OVERTIME AND PREMIUM PAY If ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ or processing overtime is required, it is the responsibility of the employee covering the assignment. This provision shall not apply in situations such as a combination of assignments, emergencies, reduced inspection requirements, and when the employee can locate a voluntary, qualified replacement who, at no additional expense to the Service, is acceptable to the immediate Supervisor. In situations where employees are required to work overtime for six (6) days per week, after working at least (3) consecutive weeks, supervisors will make a concerted effort to provide sufficient relief from overtime work to allow the employee(s) adequate time to take care of personal needs. Employees must request such relief as early in the week as possible.