Teamsters – Continuing Education Clause Samples
The 'Teamsters – Continuing Education' clause establishes the employer's obligation to provide ongoing educational opportunities for employees represented by the Teamsters union. Typically, this clause outlines the types of training or courses available, eligibility criteria, and the process for requesting or approving participation in such programs. Its core function is to ensure that union members have access to professional development, helping them maintain or enhance their skills and adapt to changes in their roles or industry requirements.
Teamsters – Continuing Education. The Employer will make a reasonable effort to accommodate the needs of employees who wish to pursue their education without taking a leave of absence, subject to the following regulations:
A. Employees shall submit a request to the division commander.
B. Adequate availability of the employee shall be maintained.
C. Employees' work performance must continue at an acceptable level.
D. Approval of an individual course or a degree program will be based on whether the course or program benefits the employee in the employee’s current job assignment or will benefit the agency overall.
E. Classes shall not be attended on state time. Employees may not attend classes in uniform, but may split their shifts to enable attendance at the classes, subject to supervisory approval, as long as the class is not disjunctive from the shift. The Employer shall have full discretion as to the use of state equipment.