Shift Balancing. a. If at the end of three posting periods there is a need to balance shifts, the following steps will be taken: i. Firefighters who have completed probation who do not have a bid position will be moved to balance the shift. ii. If there remains a need to balance the least senior firefighter with a bid position on shift who has completed probation will be moved to balance the shift. b. With 30 days advanced written notice, the Chief will be allowed a maximum of two shift bid equalizations per calendar year if the disparity of 4 or more employees exists, and is caused by something other than temporary promotions, leaves of absence under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or other approved leaves of absences, or when members are in a light duty status. Vacation and compensatory time approved prior to shift balancing, shall be honored.
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