Recently Asked Questions (RAQs)
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| Compelling reasons to use an automated payroll system I work at a library with a diverse range of employee types, including part-time, full-time, union, and non-union staff. Unfortunately, time tracking methods vary widely, with most employees using paper timesheets. There are also inconsistencies in how comp time, overtime, flexible schedules, and double time are applied, even for those not in the union. |
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| What every school librarian’s union rep should know I am a school librarian represented by the teachers’ union. What should my union leaders know to advocate for me? |
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| Union Business in the Library I understand that, as employers of a union shop, the library is required to allow the union a reasonable amount of time to conduct union business.[1] However, how much time is reasonable? Can employees meet with their shop stewards on the clock at the library for 5+ hours a week, taking both away from their duties? Is there a ballpark? Could we set a limit of 1-2 hours a week? [1] At least as of April 11, 2023, things don't work quite this way. |
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| Collaborating with volunteer organizations to provide services If a nonprofit organization is unionized, may they have volunteers as part of a collaborative effort with another organization for a service that is not currently provided? For example, could they collaborate with a volunteer organization for an outreach service that is not currently provided? |