Convention Leave Clause Samples
The Convention Leave clause establishes an employee's entitlement to take time off from work to attend conventions, conferences, or similar professional gatherings. Typically, this clause outlines the conditions under which leave can be requested, such as the type of events covered, the approval process, and any limits on the duration or frequency of such leave. By clearly defining the parameters for convention leave, this clause ensures that both employers and employees understand their rights and obligations, thereby facilitating professional development while maintaining workplace planning and productivity.
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Convention Leave. Upon request of the unit member and recommendation of the Superintendent, leaves of absence may be granted to unit members who wish to attend conventions of civic or fraternal groups not connected with education in which they hold membership. Deductions from the unit member’s salary will be limited to the amount required to pay a substitute.
Convention Leave. The EMPLOYER agrees to grant, upon the request of the UNION, a paid convention leave of absence for the purpose of attending UNION conventions and conferences, provided however:
A. That the total time off does not exceed thirty-two (32) hours during any school year, and
B. That a written notice specifying the names of the employees attending the convention or conference is furnished by the Union two (2) weeks in advance of the period desired, and
C. That not more than two (2) employees shall be absent at any one time and no more than one (1) of whom shall be from the same building.
Convention Leave. Duly authorized Union members will be granted one (1) excused absence without pay not exceeding five (5) consecutive working days per twelve (12) month period of this Agreement to attend conventions or handle other pertinent business of the Union. Application for Union leave will be made at least four (4) weeks before the leave is to begin except where an emergency prevents the giving of such notice. No more than five (5) employees will be absent at the same time for such purposes.
Convention Leave. The Board further agrees that up to two (2) members of the Union who have been elected as official delegates to the annual convention of the Illinois Federation of Teachers shall be granted leaves of absence to attend such convention. The Board and the Union agree that the maximum number of workdays with pay granted to the Union under the provisions of this Section shall be two (2) per year.
Convention Leave. The Administration shall grant four (4) days paid leave in each even numbered year for members elected to attend the convention of the American Federation of Teachers.
Convention Leave. Upon written request from the Union, the Superintendent shall grant the President of OAPSE, Local #371, three (3) days of leave with pay, for the purpose of attending the Annual OAPSE Convention. The Board further agrees to grant authorized delegate(s) three (3) days to attend the OAPSE Convention. Except for substitute costs, the Board shall have no further expenses for the OAPSE Convention.
Convention Leave. Any employee who is a duly authorized representative of any of the organizations listed in N.J.S.A. 38:23-2 and any future amendments thereto, shall be granted a leave of absence with pay for an aggregated period, not to exceed five (5) days in any calendar year, for the purpose of traveling to and from and attending any State or National Convention of the organizations listed in the aforementioned statute.
Convention Leave. The EMPLOYER agrees to grant, upon the request of the UNION, a paid convention leave of absence for the purpose of attending UNION conventions and conferences, provided, however:
A. That the total time off does not exceed five (5) days during any one year of this CONTRACT, and
B. That a written notice specifying the names of the employees attending the convention or conference is furnished by the UNION two (2) weeks in advance of the period desired, and
C. That not more than one (1) employee shall be absent at any one time, no more than one of whom shall be from the same building. ARTICLE NINETEEN - LEGAL PROCESS ABSENCE
Convention Leave a. Teachers will not be required to report for and will suffer no loss of pay for not more than two (2) days in any school year when the New Jersey Education Association Convention is scheduled. Teachers may be granted permission to attend other Teachers' meetings or conventions without loss of salary. Permission to attend such other conventions shall be subject to the prior approval of the Superintendent of Schools and the Principal and requests for such leave shall be submitted in writing three weeks prior to the anticipated dates of leave.
b. Secretaries shall be granted permission to attend the annual Convention of the New Jersey Education Association for a period of not more than two (2) days in any one year, without deduction of salary. Those employees not actually attending the Convention shall be required to work. All digital badge traffic is required from the New Jersey Education Association Convention to the Superintendent of Schools upon their return to work.
c. Five (5) five custodial maintenance/grounds employees shall be granted leave with pay to attend the annual two (2) day New Jersey Education Association Convention. Selection of employees shall be determined by seniority, provided that prior notification is submitted through approved district platform by those employees seeking convention leave. Any employee who is granted convention leave shall provide all digital badge traffic from the New Jersey Education Association Convention to the Superintendent of Schools upon their return to work.
Convention Leave. Executive Board members and/or delegates shall be allowed up to 48 hours paid release time annually in aggregate to attend the Policemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association of Illinois State Convention. The president or his designee shall give notice to the Police Chief or his designee and all effected supervisors of the names of the delegates attending the convention and the period to be covered under this section. Notice should be given not less than 14 calendar days prior to the leave.