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Docusign Envelope ID: 5BEB38E3-9A4C-4D19-9586-A17352C599AA The maximum tuition and fee reimbursement an employee may receive per fiscal year shall not exceed the annual maximum levied by California State university, East Bay for the academic year beginning in the fall of each year. The "academic year" is currently defined as the "fall semester and the spring semester.,' Employees accepted and enrolled in an undergraduate program are eligible to receive reimbursement up to the full-time equivalent for undergraduate tuition and fees at CSU East Bay. Employees accepted and enrolled in a graduate program are eligible to receive reimbursement up to the full-time equivalent for graduate tuition and fees at CSU East Bay. Requests for tuition and fee reimbursement are to be submitted at the completion of each quarter or semester during which the courses were completed. An official receipt verifying the tuition and fee charged, the tuition and fees paid, and a transcript of grades shall accompany the reimbursement request. Employees can be reimbursed for books required for college or university courses approved by Human Resources and successfully completed with a grade of "C" or better. The maximum reimbursement for books an employee may receive shall not exceed $300 per fiscal year. To be reimbursed, the employee must submit receipts from the college or university and proof of grades received. 24.3 Helmets For as long as the Department continues to issue leather helmets, Battalion Chiefs will be issued a leather helmet at time of promotion. Helmets are to remain with each individual at retirement. 24.4 EMT Certification Emergency Medical Technician ("EMT") certification is a mandatory condition of employment for Battalion Chiefs. The Department will provide all necessary training and testing relating to the recertification process at no cost to employees. If an employee does not successfully complete the EMT re -certification process provided by the Department, the employee will have six (6) months to meet recertification requirements or be subject to termination for failure to meet position standards. The expenses, in such cases, will be the responsibility of the employee. The six (6) month grace period, if requested, may be extended due to course availability but, employees must enroll and participate in the first available course. 24.5 Staffing The parties agree that the desired minimum staffing is two (2) Battalion Chiefs per shift, and one (1) Training Chief. Staffing levels are ultimately at the discretion of each city, and based on community need, economic conditions, and City funding. At the discretion of the Fire Chief, staffing may be increased above the daily minimum of two for potential emergency needs or special events. The parties have also met and conferred and reached agreement over procedures and guidelines to staffing Battalion Chiefs positions which is contained in the Fire Department Manual. During the term of the MOU, any changes to the Fire Department Manual staffing Battalion Chief position must be done by mutual agreement of the parties. 35