Common use of Position Transfers Clause in Contracts

Position Transfers. Position transfers of equal or lower ranking within the Fire Department are allowed only if all of the following criteria are met at the time of the transfer: a) A position of equal or lower ranking is available; b) The transfer does not displace another bargaining unit employee; c) The transfer does not violate any promotion process described in this contract; and d) The transfer is mutually agreed upon by the Employer and the Employee being transferred. If the transfer creates a shift vacancy, Employees within the same shift may request to be moved from his or her existing fire station assignment to fill the vacancy. Such a request must be given to the Fire Chief in writing and will be granted based on seniority.