Common use of Adjustment Board Clause in Contracts

Adjustment Board. If the grievance is not resolved at Step 2, the Union may submit a written notification to the Executive Director informing intent to move the Grievance to Step 3 within ten (10) working days after Step 2 is completed. The Adjustment Board shall consist of one (1) representative (not a WDB employee) selected by the Union, one (1) representative selected by Management, and a mediator from the State Mediation Conciliation Service (SMCS). The Union will notify SMCS. The Adjustment Board shall attempt to convene within twenty-five (25) working days of the timely request to the SMCS. The Adjustment Board shall conduct an informal hearing, including testimony of witness(es) and relevant document(s). A majority vote by the Adjustment Board shall result in a written advisory opinion, which shall include a brief rationale, and issued to the parties. The Union may appeal the grievance to Step 4 - Arbitration, by providing written notice to the other party within fifteen (15) working days from the date the Adjustment Board’s written recommendation is received.