Loading the Joint Contract Interpretation Manual (JCIM). Taking too much time? | document reload Open in new tab Download [5.90 MB] The updated APWU/USPS Joint Contract Interpretation Manual (JCIM) is provided as a resource for the administration of the National Accord. This manual, co-authored by the American Postal Workers Union, the AFL-CIO and the United States Postal Service, provides a jointly agreed statement on how to apply the contract to the issues raised. Filling out all the documentation around a contract is a long process. For the 2018-2021 contract, the APWU and USPS had to first agree on the preparation of the written contract. This included accepting the finest details such as cover color, font, and using the shot to ensure that each “i” was dotted and “t” crossed. The JCIM is the manual that should be used by both parties when trying to resolve disputes, whether as part of the complaint procedure or before it is necessary to file a complaint. The JCIM deals with various contractual issues. Not all contractual issues are addressed; Rather, it is a set of agreed interpretations made over decades of collective bargaining.

Whether these interpretations were made by mere discussion and agreement, interpreted by a national arbitrator in arbitration, agreed in letters of intent or by dispute resolution procedures, the JCIM is the final word on the issues printed in the brochure for all levels of the complaint process. In the event of a dispute, the parties must first contact the JCIM to determine if the matter is resolved in the disputes. If this is the case, the parties are obliged to settle the dispute in accordance with this manual. If the parties use and consult the JCIM effectively, many disputes can be resolved early in the complaint/arbitration process. The 2020 update to the APWU/USPS Joint Contract Interpretation Manual (JCIM) is provided as a resource for managing the National Accord. This manual, co-authored by the American Postal Workers Union, the AFL-CIO and the United States Postal Service, provides a jointly agreed statement on how to apply the contract to the issues raised. If a dispute arises, the parties must first contact the JCIM to determine if the issue of the dispute is resolved. If this is the case, the parties are obliged to settle the dispute in accordance with this manual. The JCIM will continue to be updated with additional documents as we continue to narrow our differences and broaden our common understanding of the national agreement. We recommend that you use the JCIM to ensure compliance with contracts and promote more professional working relationships. If you are looking for a document that is not linked on this page to file a complaint, click here to access our “Contract Database”.

The purpose of the JCIM is stated at the beginning of the manual: each state and municipal president received free copies for his restaurant. Other copies can be purchased in the APWU shop. You can also download a bookmarked copy of the JCIM and other important documents from this page: apwu.org/contract-informationand- frequently used resources. Below is a list of the most commonly used, searched and requested PDFs and links for local APWU officers and base members. . 2017 Joint Contract Interpretation Manual (JCIM) – Bookmarked Employee and Labor Relations Manual (the ELM) A USPS publication used to explain the management objectives of maintaining a skilled and prepared, diverse, engaged, efficient and safe workforce. It also serves to resolve grievances at the lowest possible level. The link is provided because this publication is always updated by USPS and placed on their website. Among the changes made to the 2020 version of the JCIM are the following: A particularly noteworthy change is the amendment of Article 16. Section 16 covers the procedure that the USPS must follow when it comes to disciplining an employee.

The postal service had taken a position in this area that when a PES was converted into career status, all previous disciplines followed it. Management cited disciplinary PSE that had been issued as “progressive” for layoffs that were subsequently granted to newly converted career employees. Across the country, stewards and local agents had argued that this discipline should not follow PSE until it turns into career status. Many of these cases were the subject of arbitration, in which the arbitrators decided that it was inappropriate to invoke this previous discipline. As judgments against them increased, the postal service agreed to give a wording in the JCIM that pse discipline would not follow new career employees. It doesn`t stop there. Subsequently, the Manual for the Interpretation of Joint Contracts (JCIM) was completed. Last December, the text of the JCIM was completed and printed.

I would like to thank all the national officials who contributed to the update of the new version. JCIM , Manual of Joint Interpretation of Contracts , Joint Manual. Document Type: Joint Contract Implementation Manual (JCIM). Without the hard work of our stewards, agents, NBAs and front-line referees, this change might not have been included in the JCIM. These are just a few of the updates. All updates are listed at the beginning of the JCIM in the “Summary of Changes” table on pages I to IV. 2018-2021 LMOU for offices without a union structure You MUST know the “rules” and “your rights”! South Jersey Area Local, here are ALL. These are ALL downloadable digital versions of what you need to know about your rights as an employee and the rights of management as an employer. If you would like a printed copy of the CBA or JCIM, you can order it from the APWU national website.

. If you still can`t find what you`re looking for, please email communications@apwu.org. Craft: All CraftClerkMaintenanceMotor Vehicle ServiceSupport Services This interest arbitration panel was convened under Section 39 U.S.C Section 1207(c) of the Postal Reorganization Act of 1970 (PRA) to resolve an impasse over the terms of the next national agreement between the United States Postal Service and the American Postal Workers Union, AFL-CIO (APWU or Union). In its decision, the Panel carefully considered the arguments and evidence presented by the parties, the relevant legal provisions and their legislative history, interest rate arbitrations to date, and the history of postal negotiations. The Group of Experts welcomes the vigorous and constructive role played by each of the parties in the further development of their respective positions. Everything you ever wanted to know about Postal Support (EPS) employees and where to find them…