Dear Members:
This is to advise you that virtual training on the CAAT Support Job Evaluation System has been scheduled.
The Job Classification Committee (JCC) is pleased to announce a three-day virtual training session for interested Stewards who would like to learn about the CAAT-S Job Evaluation System. This training is geared towards stewards who represent members on classification grievances. At the end of the training, participants will be able to assist CAAT-S Full-Time members to navigate through the job evaluation process.
Participants must attend all three days in order to successfully complete both modules (Classification Grievances & Preparing for Expedited Arbitration). Descriptions of the workshops are provided below.
Training Dates:
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday, October 12, 2023 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday, October 13, 2023 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Registration will be on a first come, first registered basis to a maximum of 20 participants.
Please note: This is a virtual event. If you elect to attend, one week prior to the event a Zoom link with instructions will be sent to you. No expenses outside of time off (if required) will be reimbursed unless otherwise pre-approved. Meals for virtual participants are not covered. To inquire about pre-approval, please email Ali Asghar Abid at [email protected] .
CAAT-S Job Evaluation Training 2023
Module 1 – Classification Grievances
This introductory module will help participants gain a better understanding of how their classification system works, including the process for reviewing Position Description Forms (PDFs), performing job evaluations and the filing of classification grievances. Participants will gain comfort in using the Job Evaluation Manual, Quick Arbitration Manual, Evaluators Handbook and the Guide on How to Write Support Staff PDFs. The module will focus on developing practical skills in interviewing a potential grievor, evaluating Support Staff positions, and knowing how to prepare for and present at a Step One grievance meeting.
Module 2 – Preparing for Expedited Arbitration
In this advanced module, participants will develop a solid understanding of how their job evaluation system works including the Step Two grievance meeting, preparation of the Arbitration Brief and the Expedited arbitration. By the end of the module participants will have a firm understanding of how the job evaluation system works including how to prepare for and present at a Step Two grievance meeting and expedited arbitration hearings.
Human Rights Accommodation Request Form
Should you require a human rights accommodation or have an existing accommodation under the Human Rights Code, please complete and submit the Human Rights Accommodation Request Form in full.
Family, Dependent and Attendant Care are covered expenses for this event for those who require it at the event or at home.
OPSEU/SEFPO Child Care Policy
OPSEU/SEFPO undertakes to provide childcare services, when requested, at all union educationals, conventions, regional, divisional, and demand-setting meetings where the membership requests at least three weeks prior to the event. Members who bring their children to OPSEU/SEFPO sponsored functions should normally be required to use the on-site childcare service if it is available. The three-week notice will ensure adequate time to process advances when requested. If no requests for on-site childcare are received three weeks prior to the activity date, childcare arrangements for on-site childcare may not be made. If members then bring children to the event without the required notice, the member should be responsible for making his/her own childcare arrangements.
**Please Note: As this meeting is being held virtually, childcare expenses will not be reimbursed unless pre-approved. Please contact Ali Asghar Abid at [email protected] for more information.
****Preferred Method of Registration****
Procedures for Online Submission of Forms
Once the name of the participant has been received and processed, the participant is to complete the Member Event Registration Form through OPSEU’s/SEFPO’s Member Portal.
Attached you will find the following documentation:
1. OPSEU/SEFPO Human Rights Accommodation Form
2. Member Portal Quick Intro
3. Event Registration Tutorial
4. Online Expense Claim Tutorial
In order to confirm your registration, please submit all forms no later than Tuesday, September 19th, 2023 by email to [email protected].
We appreciate your cooperation and participation in these meetings.
In Solidarity,
Robert Holder
CAAT Support Full-Time JCC Chair
Authorized for Distribution
JP Hornick
OPSEU/SEFPO President