East Central Ambulance Association Collective Agreement 2025 - 2028

Article 32: Job Classifications

1. New Classifications
   If the ECAA creates a new classification within the scope of the bargaining unit, or if an existing classification is added to the bargaining unit, the following shall apply:
   1. The ECAA shall provide written notice to the HSAA of the classification title and proposed pay rates for the classification.
   2. If the HSAA does not agree with the proposed pay rates the parties shall, within thirty (30) days of the creation or inclusion of the classification, meet and attempt to agree upon a pay scale for the classification.
   3. If the parties are unable to agree upon a pay scale, the HSAA may refer the matter to Mediation/Arbitration at Step 3/4 of the Grievance Procedure.
   4. During the conduct of the processes described above, the ECAA may establish an interim rate of pay and fill positions within the classification pending the outcome of the processes, on the understanding that the ultimate pay rate shall be retroactive to the date of creation of the classification.
2. Position Classification Review
   1. An Employee who feels their position is improperly classified may apply to the ECAA’s designate to have the classification reviewed.
   2.  
      1. Where the review concerns an Employee-initiated request for reclassification, the ECAA’s designate decision is final.
      2. The ECAA’s designate decision shall be rendered within 30 (thirty) days of the request.
      3. An Employee who initiates a request under this clause is entitled to the assistance of an HSAA Representative.
      4. Where the review concerns an ECAA initiated downgrading of classification, the affected Employee may appeal the ECAA’s designate decision within 30 (thirty) days through the Grievance Procedure, including Arbitration, if necessary.
3. Given the conflict between ECAA’s BLS only licensing and the professional and ethical obligations of a certified Paramedic, it is understood and agreed that upon an Employee in the bargaining unit obtaining Paramedic certification, the parties shall meet to discuss the conclusion of the Employee’s employment.