Common use of New or Modified Classifications Clause in Contracts

New or Modified Classifications. (a) When a new classification (which is covered by the terms of this Collective Agreement) is established by the Employer, the Employer shall determine the rate of pay for such new classification and notify the Union of the rate. If the Union challenges the rate, it shall have the right to request a meeting with the Employer to negotiate a mutually satisfactory rate. If the parties are unable to agree, the dispute concerning the new rate may be submitted to Arbitration as provided for in this collective agreement. The decision of the Arbitrator shall be based on the relationship established by comparison with the rate for other classifications in the bargaining unit, having regard to the requirements of such classifications.

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Sources: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Agreement

New or Modified Classifications. (a) When a new classification (which is covered by the terms of this Collective Agreement) is established by the Employer, the Employer shall determine the rate of pay for such new classification and notify the Union of the rate. If the Union challenges the rate, it shall have the right to request a meeting with the Employer to negotiate a mutually satisfactory rate. If the parties are unable to agree, the dispute concerning the new rate may be submitted to Arbitration Arbitration, as provided for in this collective agreement. The decision of the Arbitrator shall be based on the relationship established by comparison with the rate for other classifications in the bargaining unit, having regard to the requirements of such classifications.

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Sources: Collective Agreement