Negotiating Grid Step

Before Signing a Contract – What you need to Know

 At Mount Royal University, negotiating your grid step is bound by Article 13 in the Collective Agreement

Congratulations on being offered a contract at Mount Royal University. But, before you sign on the dotted line there are some important questions that are helpful to keep in mind. What is essential to know is that this aspect of your hiring process a) needs to be done at the time of your initial appointment, b) that it is the new faculty member’s responsibility to provide evidence of their experience and qualifications, and c) it is also recommended that the evidence is provided through written verification.

To begin, please use the following links to access some preliminary information.

Informational Resources Before You Sign a Contract: 

Remember: This contract represents more than just a job; it represents the starting point for your entire career at MRU and will have implications throughout your career, even into retirement. Further, your contract, along with the Collective Agreement, will award you your rights and privileges at Mount Royal University.

The MRFA can offer you information regarding the local climate that will help you to become better equipped while you are negotiating your contract. Please contact us at office@mrfa.net. 

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