Common use of Chief Human Resources Officer Clause in Contracts

Chief Human Resources Officer. If the grievance/appeal is not settled under Step 1 and it concerns: a) an interpretation or an application of this Memorandum of Understanding; b) a written reprimand; or c) a probationary release alleging discrimination or employee rejected from probation for acts of misconduct (to the extent covered by POBR), it may be appealed in writing to the Chief Human Resources Officer within seven (7) calendar days after receipt of the written decision from Step 1. Appeal of a suspension and/or a reduction ordered by an Department Head or his or her designated representative may be submitted in writing at Step 2 within ten (10) calendar days after receipt of the notice of suspension and/or reduction. Within fourteen (14) calendar days after receipt of the written grievance/appeal, the Chief Human Resources Officer or his or her representative shall meet with the grievant/appellant. Within fourteen (14) calendar days thereafter, a written decision shall be given to the grievant/appellant. The decision of the Chief Human Resources Officer in b or c, above shall be final and binding and shall not be referable to higher County authority or arbitration.