Common use of Shift Allocation Clause in Contracts

Shift Allocation. a) All reporters will work nights and weekends as required, with shifts based on an equitable rotation agreed upon by the staff and the department head. Exceptions, at the employer’s discretion, may be required for reporters covering courts. b) No reporter will work more than two consecutive weeks of nights as part of their regular rotation, unless the employee volunteers. It is understood that the needs of the business and unforeseen circumstances may result in reporters working nights for more than two consecutive weeks at a time. Vacation shall not be considered an unforeseen circumstance. c) Monthly work schedules for reporters shall be posted two (2) weeks in advance, but are subject to change without notice due to production necessities as determined by the Employer. The Employer will make efforts to schedule employees so that they regularly get consecutive days off. d) Notwithstanding the above, it is understood that the regular rotation shall be determined by the Company.