Bargaining units can negotiated over this item. P-3A has comparable benefits. The DOC should stop making excuses. All working conditions are subject to negotiation. Current benefits subject to state statues and regulations.
Some bargaining units have better language and more days.
Based upon collective bargaining and statute. This statement makes no sense. Longevity is better for managers although some bargaining units are currently negotiating to enhance their Longevity. A lot of information has been provided to you. It is up to you and your co-workers to decide if you believe that you should have a right to be entitled to collective bargaining.