Common use of Formal Level 1 Clause in Contracts

Formal Level 1. a. If a satisfactory resolution of the alleged contract issue(s) is not reached through the informal process, the grievant(s) shall have the right to file a written grievance with the appropriate supervisor. This level of grievance shall be filed within fifteen (15) working days from the date of the informal meeting. The written grievance shall include: (1) statement of the grievance; (2) circumstances involved; (3) specific remedy sought; and (4) statement of the specific provision(s) alleged to have been violated. Said written statement shall be prepared by the grievant and provided to the immediate supervisor on the approved form made available by the District. b. A meeting with the grievant will be arranged to review and discuss the grievance. Such meeting will take place within five (5) working days from the date the written grievance is received by the District. Within five (5) working days following the meeting, the supervisor will provide a written response and decision. c. In the event the immediate supervisor fails to conduct a hearing and render a decision in writing within five (5) working days, the grievant shall notify the Superintendent or designee who shall convene a hearing with the immediate supervisor and the grievant within two (2) days after notification and direct the immediate supervisor to render a decision in writing. Such a directed decision shall be made within five