Volunteer union members began bargaining for a new contract May 20th, 2024. The team has met weekly with administrators. Throughout bargaining this contract, we will be sending out regular bargaining updates! These will be through the newsletter and also posted on our website. What happened this week: We are excited to share that our proposed … Continue reading Bargaining Updates June 24th, 2024
If You Are Laid-Off – Know Your Rights
In past years, the college has carried out job eliminations by scheduling a meeting near the end of May with a staff member and their supervisor (or their supervisor’s supervisor), and a member of HR who attends to ensure that the USofCC contract is followed. Because of the large number of layoffs expected, the format … Continue reading If You Are Laid-Off – Know Your Rights
December Bargaining Presentation
In December 2019 the Negotiations Committed delivered A presentation to the College Administration. Download it below. Negotiation Presentation December 2019
Meeting with Dr. Kim
The President was upbeat and attentive throughout our discussions, and seemed eager to share what he billed as very positive directions for the College—to be revealed. Naturally, Dr. Kim is very excited about the new Student Center being almost ready for prime time. He expressed appreciation for the consistent staff support for the project! Watch … Continue reading Meeting with Dr. Kim
USofCC Opening Statement: Negotiations
"Over the past ten years, while the college has experienced structural and financial challenges due to declining enrollment, it is our staff who are facing the difficulties and challenges of trying to make ends meet and properly serve our students with declining resources. We believe that the principal challenge in these upcoming negotiations is to … Continue reading USofCC Opening Statement: Negotiations
Letter from the President: Meeting with Dr. Kim
Last week, the Executive Board of the USofCC Union met with Columbia College Chicago President Kim to discuss various issues important to the Union. Dr. Kim spoke frankly about recent layoffs, new hires, and the direction of the College. We discussed fundraising efforts, and Dr. Kim expressed confidence in the increasing donor interest he’s witnessed … Continue reading Letter from the President: Meeting with Dr. Kim
Documents to Help You Review Job Classifications
The USofCC has additional information available to help you compare the job level assignments of coworkers (whose duties you are familiar with) and of other staff with similar job titles. You can determine if the level assignments seem equitable or if there are any inconsistencies by reviewing files. Please email USofCC to get a private … Continue reading Documents to Help You Review Job Classifications
FAQ – Job Classification Study
What’s the Job Classification Study? I’ve never heard about it before. At the instigation of the Union, this was a project launched in 2015 to develop more accurate job descriptions and to establish a system of pay grades for all staff positions at Columbia College Chicago. A consultant, Mercer, was hired, and they reviewed questionnaires … Continue reading FAQ – Job Classification Study
Letter from the VP: Job Study
Hello bargaining unit members— Surprise! The 2015 Job Classification Study is now moving ahead. Yes! Really! We know it has been awhile, but your union reps have been working behind the scenes on your behalf. And now, let the implementation phase begin! For those of you who were not here for the joy of JDQ … Continue reading Letter from the VP: Job Study
Letter from the President: Overtime, 40-hour work week and exempt status for Union members.
1. Saturday Work The Union has been in discussions with the College’s Labor Management team regarding possible changes by the College in how it compensates staff for overtime hours (time worked beyond the 40-hour work week). Until recently, the College has paid Union staff overtime, (time and a half), for all hours worked beyond a … Continue reading Letter from the President: Overtime, 40-hour work week and exempt status for Union members.
United Staff of Columbia College 