Common use of Sheriff’s Department Clause in Contracts

Sheriff’s Department. The agreement between the Union and the Sheriff's Department concerning shift assignments and holiday coverage in the Services Division shall remain in effect for the duration of this agreement. Shift bidding shall take place two (2) to four (4) times per year and shall be completed two (2) weeks prior to each unit bidding period. Seniority for shift bidding is based on continuous department seniority as a permanent employee within their current classification. Vacancies shall be filled by temporary employees after permanent employees have made their selection. If a temporary employee obtains permanent status, seniority shall be calculated from the first day of permanent department employment.