We've learned that some managers are erroneously telling their employees that they need to take annual leave when they are actually entitled to administrative leave as a result of the recent wind-related closure. We've also learned that some employees were told to telework, even though they did not have or want a telework agreement.
Read on to learn your rights and find out how to code your time sheet.....
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Union members have a number of federally-guaranteed rights as detailed in 29 C.F.R. § 458.4. The Department of Labor publication shown at right details those rights in an easily digestible form. Click the image to download a PDF of the document.
You can also always find a link to these rights on our website's JOIN page.
As you may have noticed, the rules regarding telework (used to be called "flexiplace") and snow days changed with the most recent collective bargaining agreement (CBA). When the government closes due to weather, terrorism, or other calamitous event, it's important to know the rules on whether or not you need to telework. In order to better understand the new rules, we’ve put together this question and answer document.
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