EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES Clause Samples
The EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES clause defines the fundamental entitlements and benefits that employees are guaranteed under the terms of their employment. This clause typically outlines aspects such as working hours, leave entitlements, access to company facilities, and participation in benefit programs. By clearly specifying these rights and privileges, the clause ensures that employees understand their protections and benefits, thereby promoting fair treatment and reducing the risk of disputes related to workplace conditions.
EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES. A. Pursuant to the Employer-Employee Relations Act, the Board and the Association agree that every member of the Association shall have and shall be protected in the exercise of the right, freely and without fear of penalty or reprisal, to form, join, and support the Association and its affiliates for the purpose of engaging in collective negotiations or to refrain there from. The Board and the Association agree they shall not discriminate against any employee with respect to hours, wages, or any terms or conditions of employment by reason of membership or non-membership in any activities of the Association and its affiliates, collective negotiations with the Board, or institution or non-institution of any grievance, complaint, or proceeding under this Agreement or otherwise with respect to any terms or conditions of employment pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:13A-5.3 and 5.4.
B. Nothing contained herein shall be construed to deny or restrict to any employee such rights or to relieve him/her from such obligations as (s)he may have under New Jersey school laws.
C. No employee shall be disciplined or reprimanded without just cause. Any such action asserted by the Board, or any agent or representative thereof, shall not be made public and shall be subject to the grievance procedure.
D. Whenever any employee is required to appear before the Board, or any committee or member thereof or an administrator or supervisor concerning any matter which could adversely affect the continuation of that employee in his/her position, employment, or the salary or any increments pertaining thereto, then (s)he shall be given prior written notice of the reasons for such meeting or interview and shall be entitled to have a person of his/her own choosing and a representative of the Association present to advise him/her and represent him/her during such meeting or interview. Whenever an employee is required to appear before the Superintendent under similar circumstances, (s)he shall have the same entitlement to have a representative present.
EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES. 4.1 Discipline is defined to be (a) written reprimand, (b) suspension, (c) discharge. No member of the bargaining unit shall be disciplined without just cause as defined in 4.3. All suspensions and discharges must be stated in writing with the reason stated and a copy given to the employee and the Association at the time of suspension or discharge. An employee who is suspended or discharged shall have the right to have his/her Association representative present at such meeting or interview dealing with a suspension or discharge.
4.2 Disciplinary actions shall normally follow this order; however, discipline may be taken out of order depending on the severity of the infraction.
(A) A written warning
(B) Suspension without pay
(C) Discharge
4.3 An employee may be suspended or discharged for just cause such as, but not limited to, the following.
(A) impropriety such as making lewd remarks to fellow employees or students, theft, theft of services, gross dishonesty, or any other unethical act
(B) incompetency or inefficiency
(C) failure to perform assigned duties
(D) insubordination
(E) intoxication or under the influence of a drug while on duty; possession of alcohol or drugs while on duty (F) failure to observe rules and regulations established by the Board and administration (G) conviction of a felony
EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES. A. If an employee is required to meet with an administrator concerning any matter that could adversely affect his/her employment, prior notice shall be given to the employee when possible. The administrator shall inform the employee of his/her right to bring a representative of the Association.
B. Criticism of an employee’s performance by a supervisor, administrator or Board member shall be made in confidence and not in the presence of students, staff, co- workers or the public, unless the District’s obligation for student and/or staff safety require otherwise.
EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES. ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ to NJSA 34:13A et. seq., every employee shall have the right freely to organize, join and support the Association and its affiliates for the purpose of engaging in collective negotiations or to refrain from such actions. Neither party shall directly or indirectly discourage, deprive or coerce any employee in the enjoyment of any rights conferred by NJSA 34:13A et. seq. or other laws of New Jersey or the Constitutions of New Jersey and the United States, nor shall either party discriminate against any employee with respect to hours, wages, or any terms or conditions of employment by reason of his membership, or lack of membership, in the Association and its affiliates, his participation in any activities of the Association and affiliates, collective negotiations with the Board, or his institution of any grievance, complaint or proceeding under this Agreement or otherwise with respect to any terms or conditions of employment.
EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES. Whenever any employee is required to appear before any administrator or supervisor, Board or committee (or member thereof) concerning any matter which could be disciplinary in nature, said employee shall be given 48 hours (school days) prior written notice for such meeting(s) or interview(s) and shall be entitled to have a Representative(s) of the Association advise and represent him/her during such meeting or interview.
EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES. 16.4.1 Permanent employees who are laid off may exercise displacement rights in their classification or in any classification with the same or lower maximum salary in which they hold seniority greater than an incumbent. The employee to be displaced shall be the one with the least seniority in the classification plus higher classifications.
EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES. A. Employees may wear unobtrusive insignias signifying membership in the Association or its affiliates, provided however, that during working hours, employees shall not involve students, other employees of the Board, or members of the public in any controversy or dispute between the Board and the Association or its members.
B. The parties acknowledge that all employees be treated in a professional manner and that employees interact with each other in a professional manner as well.
C. Provisions shall be made to provide reasonable access to district email accounts and the district website within the workday.
EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES. A. Employees may wear unobtrusive insignias signifying membership in the Association or its affiliates, provided however, that during working hours, employees shall not involve students, other employees of the Board, or members of the public in any controversy or dispute between the Board and the Association or its members.
B. The parties acknowledge that all employees be treated in a professional manner and that employees interact with each other in a professional manner as well.
C. Provisions shall be made to provide reasonable access to district email accounts and the district website within the workday.
D. The Board will not tolerate bullying or harassment of employees by parents, other citizens, students and/or other employees.
EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES. A. Procedures For Discharge, Reduction or Discipline
EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES. A. Nothing contained herein shall be construed to deny or restrict any employee such rights as they may have under New Jersey laws or other applicable laws and regulations. The rights granted to employees hereunder shall be deemed to be in addition to those provided elsewhere.
B. No employee shall be disciplined, reduced in rank or compensation without just cause. Any such action asserted by the BOFC or any agent or representative thereof shall not be made public and shall be subject to the grievance procedure herein set forth.
C. All written rules and regulations shall be provided to the employees immediately upon promulgation.
D. Whenever an employee is required to appear before any Supervisor, Fire Chief, Board of Fire Commissioners or BOFC Representative concerning any matter which could adversely affect the continuation of that employee in their position, employment, or the salary or any increments pertaining thereto, then they shall be given prior written notice of the reasons of such meeting or interview and shall be entitled to have a representative of the Local present to advise them and represent them during such meeting or interview.
E. Any employee whose action may give rise to charges by the BOFC or any agent or representative thereof, either discipline or criminal, shall be advised prior to having any hearing or meeting with any agent or agents of the BOFC or Department. The affected employee shall be afforded all rights pursuant to U.S.S.C. decisions under Weingarted. No statement shall be given without first advising the affected employee of the matter or matters for which they are under investigation. The employee shall have full access to counsel in any hearing or internal investigation scheduled by the BOFC.