Step Procedures Clause Samples
The Step Procedures clause outlines a sequential process that parties must follow to resolve disputes or complete specific contractual obligations. Typically, it requires parties to attempt resolution through a series of escalating steps, such as negotiation, mediation, and then arbitration or litigation if earlier steps fail. This structured approach ensures that issues are addressed methodically, often encouraging early resolution and reducing the likelihood of costly or prolonged disputes.
Step Procedures. Step 1 The grievance shall first be discussed between the grievant and/or his/her representative and the grievant's immediate Supervisor and/or his/her designee. If the grievance is not resolved at Step 1, it must be submitted to Step 2 within ten (10) days of receipt of the Step 1 decision. If a grievance is not submitted in writing to the Superintendent or his designee within the ten (10) days, there shall be no right to process the grievance further.
Step 2 If the grievance is not resolved in Step 1, and the grievant wishes to have it reviewed further, the grievant shall submit to the Superintendent or his/her designee a written statement setting forth the specific nature of the grievance and the facts relating thereto. Within ten (10) days of receipt of the grievant's written statement, the Superintendent or his/her designee shall hold an informal hearing at which the grievant and/or his/her representative will appear to present oral and written arguments. Within ten (10) days after the close of the hearing, the Superintendent or his/her designee will answer the grievance in writing. If the grievant is not satisfied with the answer in Step 2, the grievant may appeal to Step 3.
Step 3 If a grievance remains unresolved after Step 2, the grievant or the Federation may submit said grievance in writing within fifteen (15) working days from receipt of the decision at Step 2 to the American Arbitration Association under its Voluntary Arbitration Rules. No grievance shall be submitted to arbitration without the consent of the Federation. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding on both parties. The fees and expenses of the arbitrator shall be shared equally by the Board and the Federation. The arbitrator shall have no power to add to, subtract from, or change, any of the provisions of this Agreement, or to render any decision which conflicts with any law, regulation, or directive, or to imply any obligation which is not specifically set forth in this Agreement. Each demand for arbitration shall list only one (1) grievance unless the parties otherwise agree to handle several grievances for hearing before an arbitrator. Awards may not be retroactive beyond twenty (20) calendar days prior to the service of the Step 1 written grievance.
Step Procedures. STEP ONE: The grievance shall be initiated in writing by the employee involved within five (5) working days from the time the employee knew or should have known of its occurrence by discussion with the employee's immediate supervisor. The immediate supervisor shall provide an answer to the employee in writing within three (3) working days of such initiation. STEP TWO: If the grievance is not settled at Step One, then within five (5) working days after receipt of an answer at Step One or after the answer at Step One was due, whichever is earlier, the grievance shall be submitted to the Chief Clerk of the Law Enforcement Division or the Business Manager of the Corrections Division, as appropriate, with a copy given to the Sheriff and/or designee. An answer at Step Two shall be made in writing within five (5) working days thereafter. STEP THREE: If the grievance is not settled at Step Two, then within five (5) working days after receipt of an answer at Step Two or after the answer at Step Two was due, whichever is earlier, the Union shall have the right to submit the grievance to the Sheriff or designee. A meeting may be held with the Union and the Employer at this step. A written answer to the grievance shall be served upon the individual and the Union within ten (10) working days after the grievance is received at this step. STEP FOUR: If the grievance is not settled through Step Three within ten (10) days of its submission under Step Three, then the Union shall have the right within five (5) working days thereafter to submit such grievance to binding arbitration through PERC, in which case the decision of the arbitrator shall be final.
Step Procedures. Step One: Within twenty (20) calendar days after its occurrence, or within twenty (20) calendar days after he or she knew or should have known of its existence, the aggrieved employee’s grievance shall be discussed verbally and if resolved, no further action shall be taken. If not resolved on an informal discussion basis within three (3) working days, the grievance shall be reduced to writing within seven (7) calendar days, signed by the aggrieved employee and submitted to the Commissioner in charge of personnel. In no event shall a
Step Procedures. The Union will submit the grievance of the employee to his immediate supervisor with copy to the Human
Step Procedures. Step One: Within twenty (20) calendar days after he/she knew or should have known of its existence, the aggrieved employee's grievance shall be discussed verbally and if resolved, no further action shall be taken. If not resolved on an informal discussion basis within three
Step Procedures