(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.
(d) Employees who are involved in approved training or educational courses may be allowed two (2) training days with pay for attendance, final exams, etc. These days are limited to only two (2) days each calendar year and may be used consecutively or one day at a time. These days off must be approved at their divisional level.
(e) As a rule, overtime will not be paid for any training related time including travel unless approved in advance in conjunction with the training request approval. However, when overtime is authorized, it shall be offered consistently to all employees and not be arbitrary or capricious in the application and authorization.
(f) Employees who are involved in mandated training for their job may be allowed time off with pay to attend. Those days off must be approved at their divisional level. The approval process will give priority to courses offered by or at the City.