CHAPTER 270 On the Stoop The Stoop... · 2014-10-15 · of CPA Exam Review and procedures with O N...
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posed articles changes by party. Each member can log onto the national website to view more details. Director of Negotiations, Ken Moffett, will be here for La-bor Recognition week. You may submit questions to the Chapter President for him to answer on Wednesday, October 29, 2014.
The 2012 National Agree-ment is still our governing contract until a new National Agreement III is negotiated between Internal Revenue Service and National Treasury Employees Union. In accord-ance with Federal Service Labor-Management Relations Statues, 5 U.S.C. § 7101 the last agreement reigns. Im-passe was declared in July 2014 by the agency. Colleen Kelley, NTEU National Presi-
dent, sent an email to all mem-bers regarding the impasse, “NTEU believes the IRS should have stayed at the table and worked on a resolution with the union. Filing with the FSIP was premature and will likely drag out agreement on a con-tract.” Until a new successor term agreement is reached, the terms and conditions of the 2012 National Agreement II will remain in effect. On page five (5) is a side by side view of pro-
To be eligible to vote
you must be register.
The last day to register
to vote in the state of
Tennessee was Tuesday,
October 4, 2014 for the
upcoming November 4,
2014 election. The clos-
ing of registration differs
by state. A complete list
can be view at http://
www.usa.gov/Citizen/
Topics/Voting/
Register.shtml .
Alabama – Voter registra-tion is closed during the 10 days before an election. – Postmarked see website for more information. Georgia – The fifth Mon-day before any general pri-mary, general election, or presidential preference primary, see website for more information Kansas – Postmarked or delivered 21 days before the election. Kentucky – 29 days before the election Louisiana – 30 days before the election Mississippi – 30 days be-fore the election
Missouri – 28 days before the election North Carolina—25 days be-fore the election. – Postmarked see website for more infor-mation. South Carolina – 30 days be-fore the election Tennessee – 30 days before the election Texas – 30 days before the elec-tion Virginia – Delivered 22 days before the election West Virginia – 21 days before the election
NTEU-IRS CONTRACT
I N S I D E T H I S
I S S U E :
Labor Recogni-
tion Week
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CFC
Eyes Right!
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Keeping it Moving... 4
Proposed Changes
to 2015 NA
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Tennessee Voter Registration Ends October 7, 2014
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We had you in mind in the devel-
opment for 2014 Labor Recogni-
tion Week, which will run from
October 28-31, 2014. We have
three subjects: the NA III contracts,
Arbitration, and CPA Examination
Services with dy-
namic speakers for
each. Our experts
will show you how
to obtain a CPA cer-
tification; and what
you should do if you
encounter a problem
with your rights and
explain how NTEU
safeguards the
rights, dignity and
respect of bargaining
union employees.
Presented from both
legal and practical
perspectives, this year’s seminars
will give you the tools you need to
face the changing landscape in this
competitive and challenging work-
force.
The daily seminars are divided
into six (6) sessions. The times
are 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am,
1:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm.
The seminars are open to all bar-
gaining unit employees, no NTEU
membership is required; but
membership is welcome. You
should select a seminar, and in-
form your manager. You get one
hour of administrative time
to attend one seminar of
your choice. The sessions
will be held on the first floor
in room 129 B & C. Seats
are limited. Please bring
your contract.
Benefits for You
Enhance your under-
standing of how NTEU
makes strategic decisions
concerning protests and
contractual disputes on
Wednesday, October 29,
2014 by attending the
NTEU National Director
of Negotiations seminar.
Take the guesswork out
of CPA Exam Review
and procedures with
O N T H E S T O O P
Becker Professional
Education seminar on
Thursday, October 30,
2014.
Stay current on how the
arbitration process af-
fects local cases with
NTEU Atlanta National
Legal Counsel.
Smoothly navigate
through life affairs with
United Benefits on Fri-
day, October 31, 2014.
Celebrate your taste
buds with a delicious
catfish plate, compli-
ments of Chapter 270
and United Benefits to
all chapter members.
Tickets are available in
the union office. You
must have a ticket to
receive a catfish plate.
The last week of October will be a
week full of information. Flyers
are available.
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The NTEU’s voting record for the Second Session, 113th Congress for members of the United States Senate and the U.S. House of Representa-tives at viewable on the chapter web-site. This information is also available at: http://www.nteu.org/UnionOffice/LegislativeIssues/votingrecord/default.aspx .
Your job is on the voting ballet at every election. Why? Every part of a federal work job is affected by an elected official’s vote. NTEU com-piles a voting record detailing how each member of the House and Sen-ate votes on issues affecting federal employees. NTEU only considers how members of Congress voted on issues directly affecting federal work-ers when compiling these records.
Your job depends on it.
O N T H E S T O O P
Franklin’s CFC team is operating at full speed for this year’s campaign. They have many events schedule to keep our site engaged. NTEU encourages you to sup-port a charity. Supporting a charity does not only mean you gave money away or the warm feeling you get inside when you do something nice for another per-son, supporting a charity allows you to make a differ-ence in the world. You become a participant in the or-ganization’s work. Your monetary gift is a reflection of your beliefs. So, review the Combined Federal Cam-paign (CFC) Booklet for a subject that is important to you, and then see your local CFC representative or log onto HR Connect. 2014 CFC solicitation period runs from September 1 – December 15, 2014.
Go Franklin, Go!
CFC is off to a great start!
There was a major Article 16, Section 3-5 violation in ACS that was on going for years. We would like to thank the em-
ployees that brought this to our attention. ACS had a lead list which was used to select bargaining unit employees to fill
and non-competitive temporary promotions detail assignments for over 30 consecutive days without solicitation and as-
signment less than 30 days. The issue is resolved, but a grievance was filed on behalf of the employee(s) that spoke up.
The extended assignment was stopped. We were told the lead list was destroyed. The agency has agreed to follow the
contract from this point forward. Employees can receive details or temporary promotion of thirty consecutive days or
more; but it must be solicited.
We need your eyes and ears to inform NTEU if a violation occurs or if you have a question. There is a difference from the
solicitation procedures for less than 30 days verse details which extend for more than thirty (3) consecutive days. On that
note, if you worked for 120 days or more at a higher-graded duty without the pay for the full time, come see me. You
need to get paid!
Eyes Right!
Chapter President keeping it moving... Hello, Chapter 270
Thank you so much for helping to make fiscal year 2014 a success. I am looking forward to 2015 being even better, as I continue to be your Force with a Voice in the workplace. I am excited about Labor Recognition Week activities, so don't forget to put your one hour admin in for the LR events, even if you are scheduled for CPE management has assured me time would be granted. We will continue to keep it moving! Please don't forget to put your admin leave in to "VOTE" November 4th, for your voice which is your vote, will make a difference and bring about change.
On a different note, I am thankful I was graced with the opportunity to meet IRS Commissioner, John Koskinen and was able to share with him members’ questions and concerns. Mr. Koskinen informed me that he will consider coming to Franklin next year during his travels. My next opportunity will be with President Obama and 1st Lady Michelle!!!?
Here are a few of the questions that were submitted and answered.
Q. When will we get our awards? A. Still being negotiated; however, it appears it might be the first or second week in January or February 2015, and will be 1%.
Q. Auto wrap is a morale killer. Employees need to be able to take a breath before the next call. A. We will have ACS Compliance Leaders review the program.
Q. Employees would like to get more time off the phone. This could be regular town hall meetings, additional training, read time, or follow up time to catch up on loose ends. Sometimes the smallest things can boost morale and get the service positive results. A. I understand, and I will have my staff look into how this can be done.
Q. FOH is a liaison for management, employees, and physician or health care providers. The communication line has failed. What can be done to ensure FOH provide a response to management request for medical expertise and advice of recommendation timely? A. We will follow up with OPM regarding FOH delay in responding.
Q. Franklin call site has a problem with approving reserved handicap parking spaces when requested through Reasonable Accommodation.
A. We will look into why there's a delay.
Q. Will permanent part-time ever be offered again? A. OPM is currently working on retirement phase out as well as other options.
Mr. Koskinen did state, everything is centered around Congress and their ap-proval of the IRS budget. That's why it is crucial and critical for Chapter 270 members to "VOTE." Remember my door is always open and our conversation is always confidential. Sincerely,
Your Force with A Voice In The Workplace CJ Leigh
NTEU-IRS Contract Articles
NTEU-IRS Contract Initial Proposals (Side-by-Side)
Article NTEU Proposal IRS Proposal
Article NTEU Proposal IRS Proposal
Article 1: Coverage and Definitions No proposal IRS proposal Article 29: Travel NTEU proposal No proposal
Article 2: Precedence of Law and
Regulation
No proposal No proposal Article 30: Training NTEU proposal IRS proposal
Article 3: Employer Rights No proposal No proposal Article 31: Leave Sharing NTEU proposal No proposal
Article 4: Protections Against Pro-
hibited Personnel Practices
No proposal IRS proposal Article 32: Annual Leave NTEU proposal IRS proposal
Article 5: Employee Rights And
Responsibilities NTEU proposal No proposal Article 33: Family Leave NTEU proposal IRS proposal
(Exhibits 1, 2 and 3)
Article 6: Outside Employment NTEU proposal No proposal Article 34: Sick Leave NTEU proposal IRS proposal
Article 7: Personnel Records NTEU proposal No proposal Article 35: Leaves of Absence No proposal No proposal
Article 8: Union Rights NTEU proposal IRS proposal Article 36: Administrative
Leave NTEU proposal IRS proposal
Article 9: Stewards and Official
Time NTEU proposal IRS proposal Article 37: Probationary Em-
ployees NTEU proposal No proposal
Article 10 Dues Withholding NTEU proposal IRS proposal Article 38: Disciplinary Actions NTEU proposal IRS proposal
Article 11: Facilities and Services NTEU proposal IRS proposal Article 39: Adverse Actions NTEU proposal IRS proposal
Article 12: Performance Appraisal
System NTEU proposal IRS proposal Article 40: Unacceptable Per-
formance NTEU proposal IRS proposal
Article 13: Promotions/Other Com-
petitive Actions NTEU proposal IRS proposal Article 41: Employee Grievance
Procedure NTEU proposal IRS proposal
Article 14: Release/Recall Proce-
dures NTEU proposal No proposal Article 42: Institutional Griev-
ance Procedure NTEU proposal IRS proposal
Article 15: Reassignments/Realignments and Voluntary Relo-
cations
NTEU proposal IRS proposal Article 43: Arbitration NTEU proposal IRS proposal
Article 16: Details NTEU proposal IRS proposal Article 44: Attorneys Fees No proposal No proposal
Article 17: Acceptable Level of
Competence Determinations
No proposal IRS proposal Article 45: Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Com-
mittee
No proposal IRS proposal
Article 18: Awards NTEU proposal IRS proposal (Exhibits 1, 2 and 3)
Article 46: Labor–Management
Relations Committees
No proposal IRS proposal
Article 19: Reduction in Force and
Mitigation Strategies
No proposal IRS proposal (Exhibit)
Article 47: Mid-Term Bargaining NTEU proposal IRS proposal
Article 20: Priority Placement Plan No proposal No proposal Article 48: Furlough Due to Lapse in Appropriations/Debt
Ceiling Limitations
NTEU proposal IRS proposal
Article 21: Retirement NTEU proposal IRS proposal Article 49: Transfer of Function No proposal No proposal
Article 22: Work Schedules NTEU proposal No proposal Article 50: Flexiplace NTEU proposal IRS proposal (Exhibit)
Article 23: Hours of Work NTEU proposal (Exhibits 1, 2, 3 and 4)
IRS proposal (Exhibit)
Article 51: Career Transition
Assistance Plan (CTAP)
No proposal IRS proposal (Exhibit)
Article 24: Overtime NTEU proposal IRS proposal Article 52: Notices to Employ-
ees
No proposal No proposal
Article 25: Workload Management NTEU proposal No proposal Article 53: Miscellaneous Provi-
sions NTEU proposal IRS proposal
Article 26: Position Classification No proposal No proposal Article 54: Duration and Termi-
nation NTEU proposal IRS proposal
(Exhibit)
Article 27: Health and Safety NTEU proposal IRS proposal (Exhibit)
Contracting Out NTEU proposal No proposal
Article 28: Breaks NTEU proposal No proposal Reasonable Accommodation NTEU proposal No proposal
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Phone: 615-764-6266
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Website: WWW.NTEUCHAPTER270.ORG
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Chapter Officers:
Carolyn Leigh—Chapter President
Mary Stewart—Executive Vice President
Charlotte Nicholson—Vice President
Katrina Payne—Secretary
Curtis Simpson—Treasurer (Interim)
Chapter Stewards Chief Steward Laura Stewart ACS Keith Saeger Tanika Leigh Lendia Huey-Rosser AM Charlotte Nicholson Prentice Doaks Lennie Alston
Chapter Attorney Alicia Payne
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