RFS – Central Dispatch dispute update

Recently, the PSA lodged a dispute in the Industrial Relations Commission with the RFS in relation to the implementation of Central Dispatch in the Operational Communications Centre (OCC). The intention of PSA membership within the OCC is not to be obstructive to the roll out of centralised dispatch, it is to address the serious concerns about staffing and the OCC’s technological capabilities. The PSA understands…

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PSA takes Special Constables Role Description Dispute to the Industrial Relations Commission

PSA representatives appeared on behalf of members in a dispute hearing before the Industrial Relations Commission (IRC) on Tuesday, 23 July 2019. The dispute relates to the continued failure of NSW Police to produce a Role Description which properly describes your job with appropriate Capability Levels, as well as an inability to provide a final determination by 8 July 2019. At the hearing, your union…

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Trustee and Guardian workload survey – reminder

Members have reported that workload is a significant issue at TAG. The PSA has compiled a survey HERE to understand the workload issues members face. The data will provide the PSA evidence towards seeking improvements to how workload pressures are currently dealt with by TAG. Please be aware that all responses are kept strictly confidential and members who fill out the survey will remain anonymous.…

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Are you a SAO science member and want to get more involved with the PSA?

Would you like to become more involved in your union? Are you interested in working with the PSA and other SAO Science members in your school network to resolve issues and help to grow the union? Consider becoming a PSA delegate The PSA has recently called for nominations for the School Administrative Officer (Science) Vocational Advisory Group. A Vocational Advisory Group is a committee of…

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Part-time and flexible work agreements in NSW Police

The PSA regularly fields enquiries from members about flexible and part-time work arrangements to accommodate issues such as family and carer responsibilities. Flexible working practices are an important entitlement your union can help you access. The PSA can assist members in negotiating these arrangements where NSW Police is not reasonably accommodating a genuine family or carer responsibility. What is a part-time working agreement? A part-time…

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