Layoffs At CT Dept of Labor

A&R has been told to expect 8 layoffs from its membership at CTDOL.  A&R has not been provided the identity of the individuals nor the targeted titles.  There is no indication that positions will be cut at any other agency.  Until the targeted classes at CTDOL are identified, we are unable to determine the impact our statewide lateral displacement rights may have on employees at other agencies, if any.  Any employee directly impacted should immediately call the A&R Office at 860 953 1316.

Swaps - Online Interest Form

Are you interested in working at a different State Agency?  Our contract provides that members of two different agencies in the same job classification have the ability to swap postions between the agencies.  Both agencies must agree for the swap to proceeed, as must each of the employees.   Swaps are permanent.  If you are interested in swapping to another agency, please complete the SWAP FORM.  Submitting the information will not initiate the swap.  We are gathering the information so that we can identify compatible emplo

Dual Employment w/ the State now less restrictive

DAS released General Letter #204 revised - Dual Employment May 12th, 2014.  General Letter #204 effectively limited or prevented most A&R employees from obtaining dual employment with the state.  The General Letter was in response to a change in interpretation by United States Department of Labor of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).  After many discussions at both the State and Federal levels, DAS has revisited its approach to General Letter #204.

General Wage Increases & Retiree Health Care Trust Fund Payments

In accordance with Article 24 of the A&R contract, a 3% general wage increase for all A&R members became effective July 1, 2015.  The increase will be reflected in the July 23rd paycheck.  Annual increments and lump sum payments (Top Step Bonuses) will be recieved on time, which is late December, 2015 for most members.

HEP Compliance Rebates

Active members who successfully complied with the requirements related to any of the 5 chronic illnesses listed under the HEP (Health Enhancement Program) during 2014 will receive $100 in their August 7th paychecks.  Retirees in compliance will see the same amount in their checks on August 31. 

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