Unit 15 continues to press the State to advance the economics and working conditions of our Allied Service workers. While we made some important progress today, there remain more than 10 proposals still awaiting any kind of response from the State.
“Incremental progress is cause for optimism, but we can’t move forward on key Unit 15 issues without some kind of answer,” said Unit 15 Chair Eric Murray. “Negotiations are a two-way street, and it’s incumbent on the State to do their share.”
We’re working to address the State’s lack of reasonable timing when scheduling required training. Some supervisors are ignoring current contract language governing required training, and so our proposal for section 13.22.15 strengthens language to allow our represented workers to not only do their jobs well but to reasonably and reliably schedule their personal commitments without interruption.
A similar, new proposal – 8.X.15 Vacation Scheduling Bid (CDCR/CCHCS) – offers a new procedure that will also improve our work/life balance. We heard our members when they said that management often ignores reasonable and common practices when scheduling time off, explaining “We don’t have it in writing.” We aim to improve this.
Today: Unit 15 reached tentative agreement with the State on three contract sections:
- 13.19.15 – State Required Training
- 13.22.15 – CDCR (Adult Programs) Training
- 13.23.15 – CDCR Training (Juvenile Programs)
Of particular note: We pushed hard to win agreement on the training at DJJ. Our members will be among the last workers as the state closes the juvenile facilities. This ensures their training will be kept current for future work situations.
You can read the details of these and all current contract articles at contract.seiu1000.org
Unit 15 will return to the table on Monday, June 12. In addition, we’ve made it clear to State negotiators we’re ready to meet at any time to foster progress. To see updates on other bargaining unit contract sessions, please visit the Contract Action Center page at seiu1000.org
There’s real truth to the Local 1000 slogan, Stronger Together. We only win a great contract with a strong Local 1000 membership. So, if you’re not already a member, we encourage you to join us today.
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