NJ S3538

Establishes mandatory "super conciliation" for emergency responder service employees (EMTs, paramedics, 9-1-1 operators, public safety dispatchers, and telecommunicators) when collective bargaining negotiations fail after mediation and factfinding are exhausted.

Super conciliators must complete proceedings within 90 days, with authority to require 24-hour negotiations, investigate the dispute, and make non-binding recommendations to resolve differences.

If super conciliation fails, a final report must be issued within 30 days and made public within 10 days thereafter.

Prohibits employers from unilaterally changing any terms and conditions of employment after a contract expires, requiring all existing provisions (including salary increments) to remain in effect until a new agreement is reached.

Applies to negotiations involving State of New Jersey, counties, municipalities, and other political subdivisions employing these emergency responder categories.