CLASSIFIED SENATE

Mission Statement and Values

The San Jose City College Classified Senate works in conjunction with the California Community Colleges Classified Senate to represent classified professionals in matters relating to participatory governance.  The Classified Senate works closely with Faculty and Administration to promote Student Success in accordance to the college's mission and strategic goals.

What has the Senate done for me?

The Senate has accomplished the following:

The Classified Senate is the appointing body for SJCC College  and District-wide Committees.  If you are a Chair or are looking to develop a workgroup, please contact the Senate's President.  

As of 2018, The Classified is included in the Commencement procession along with Faculty, Managers, Valedictorian, and Board members.

Classified Senate has a seat on stage along with other constituency groups (CSEA, 363, AFT6157, ASG, etc.).  

As of 2019/2020, SJCC Classified degrees are recognized under the college catalog in the same manner as Management and Faculty

• Classified Professional vs. Staff:
  

Passed a resolution to ensure when individuals referred to Classified they address them as Classified Professionals or Classified rather than "Staff."

• Training opportunities:  
  

Training opportunities have been offered throughout the year.  June 2019, the College held the first professional development day tailored for Classified.  This is an adopted yearly practice that occurs in the Summer.  

Starting Fall 2019, the College approved for Classified Professionals to be released from regular duties once per month for two hours to participate in training opportunities.

Constitution, Bylaws, Code of ethics

Constitution (Rev. August 21, 2018)

Bylaws (Approved August 2019)

Code of Ethics - Draft

Roles of Classified Senate

Roles of Classified Senates & Exclusive Bargaining Agents

Get Involved & Support Classified Senate!

• Attend a Meeting! Meetings are open to all district employees, unless noted for a closed session. Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, 2-3:30 PM virtually on Zoom.

• Suggested ideas! Help the Senate better serve you by suggesting future training/workshops!

• Volunteer! There are many different events and fundraisers that the Classified Senate runs throughout the year. See our upcoming events to participate/volunteer!

• Donate:  See the link below for a monthly donation or a one time donation.  Your contributions will support our SJCC Classified with personal growth activities (workshops, educational costs, etc.).  You can also submit a voluntary payroll deduction.

Resources

AB-2558 Community Colleges: Faculty and Staff Development

California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office

California Community Colleges Classified Senate (4CS)

California School Employee Association(CSEA)

CSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement 2017-2020

California - Office of the Governor

Community College League of California

Foundation for the California Community Colleges

Payroll Deductions

Professional Development - SJCC Janus v. AFCME