Definitions for Purposes of this Article Clause Samples
The "Definitions for Purposes of this Article" clause establishes specific meanings for key terms used within the article. It typically lists important words or phrases and assigns them precise definitions that apply only to the context of the article, such as clarifying what is meant by terms like "Party," "Agreement," or "Effective Date." By doing so, this clause ensures that all parties have a shared understanding of critical terminology, reducing ambiguity and minimizing the risk of disputes over interpretation.
Definitions for Purposes of this Article. Promotion shall mean a change in employment to a position class which has a higher maximum salary.
Definitions for Purposes of this Article a. Promotion shall mean a change in employment to a classification which has a higher maximum salary.
b. Demotion shall mean a change in employment to a classification which has a lower maximum salary. An employee whose request for a voluntary demotion is granted, shall have the change designated as a voluntary demotion.
c. Transfer shall mean a change in employment to another position in any classification which has the same maximum salary and similar duties and qualifications.
d. Reclassification shall mean the changing of a position from one classification to another based on the duties involved.
e. Salary Step Increase shall mean an increase in compensation to the next higher step in the same pay range.
f. Acting Assignment shall mean an assignment for a limited time to a classification as determined by the needs of the service; such assignment not involving promotion or change of status, notwithstanding any provision or rule to the contrary. Acting assignment pay shall be paid to the nearest one-tenth (1/10) of an hour.
Definitions for Purposes of this Article. 29.1.1 Seniority for all bargaining unit employees shall be based on length of service within a classification. Length of service shall commence on the original date of hire.
29.1.2 When employees are reclassified into a new classification and the previous classification is eliminated, all seniority in the previous classification shall be forwarded to the employee’s new classification.