Common use of Training and Service Clause in Contracts

Training and Service. A) The City recognizes that it is not always possible to select by examination process, persons who are fully competent when appointed to perform all the duties of the position to which they may be appointed. The employee shall be given every opportunity to qualify during this probationary period. The Parties recognize that additional training is necessary to maintain necessary skills, to improve one's capabilities, and to acquire new skills. The parties, therefore, agree to continue the Joint Training Committee. B) Training programs for supervisors and Bargaining Unit employees will be developed through the Joint Training Committee. Three (3) members of AFSCME Local 2058 shall have input into the types of training to be offered through the establishment of a Joint Training Committee. C) The Joint Training Committee will consist of three (3) representatives chosen by the union and three (3) representatives selected by management. It shall make recommendations to the City of Toledo regarding programs in which supervisors could be trained, including but not limited to: 1) implementation of safety methods and practices 2) enhanced communication(s) 3) managing change 4) quality improvement 5) day to day supervisory issues 6) appraising, counseling, motivation of employees 7) training and improving work processes 8) upward employment enhancement opportunities through on the job training 9) career development 10) planning and setting objectives 11) time and stress management 12) conflict resolution The parties agree that employees who have successfully completed a training program shall receive a certificate to that effect. The certificate shall become a part of the personnel file, and may be considered for future advancement.