Common use of - Classification Program Clause in Contracts

- Classification Program. 30.01 In the event that the City creates a new classification which is not included in this Agreement and which falls within the jurisdiction of the Union, the rate of pay shall be negotiated by the City with the Union. 30.02 Where the City and the Union fail to reach agreement on the rate of pay within seven (7) days of notice to the Union of the creation of the said classification, the City shall have the right to set the rate, and such decision shall be subject to the provisions and limitations of the grievance procedure commencing at Step 3. The arbitrator will have the power to add a new rate of pay to the collective agreement if they deem it necessary. 30.03 Should the City post a notice of vacancy after establishing a rate, but while efforts to seek a final resolution are still in progress, the posting shall contain the following statement: "The final settlement for rates of wages and working conditions is being negotiated. The resultant rates of wages shall be retroactive to the date of the appointment."