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Question:

The language in the literature being distributed about the new Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding limits on part-time regulars is somewhat confusing. If an office has more the 2.5 percent PTRs, will some be converted to FTR, and who would that be? What seniority would be applied? Does this apply only to 200 man-year offices?

Susan, Shawnee (OK) Area Local

President Burrus:

Thank you for writing.

The limitation on the use of part-time regular employees applies to the nationwide total of such positions, in all offices (large and small) rather than the number in a particular facility. A single facility may employ PTRs in excess of the 2.5 percent limit, provided that the national limit has not been exceeded. If the Postal Service establishes PTRs in excess of the 2.5 percent limit, the national parties will determine the appropriate remedy, which may include conversions to full time, or monetary reimbursement to affected employees. A cease-and-desist order may also be requested to prevent continued violations.

March 22, 2007

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