I say just explain to him that since you were scheduled (in writing) to be off at the prescribed time, you should be allowed to leave to attend to prior engagements.
If you need time off, how much time do you have to give in advance? It's usually like 2 weeks or something right? Tell him this: If you need me to stay any longer than is already written, then I require 72 hours notice FOR ANY SCHEDULE CHANGE. Its more than fair.
Do this: Right up a formal paper on what you expect from him from now on when it comes to scheduling. First, get a copy of all your employee paper work. If he doesn't let you, tell him very well I'll go to HR. Then make sure you didn't sign anything that says he can change schedule without notice.
When you get a first draft be sure to post it and then we'll fine-tune it.
**EDIT: Don't shoot him. Actually, if you keep a cooler head than he does and go through the proper channels (ie district mngr) then you'll probably get him in some sort of trouble. Talk to the district manager about your problem, after you do your own research.
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