Common use of Level Four Grievance Procedure Clause in Contracts

Level Four Grievance Procedure. 1. If the grievance is not resolved at Level Three and the grievant and Association wishes to pursue it further, they may proceed to Level Four. 2. Within fifteen (15) working days after receipt of the Level Three answer, the Association shall notify the Superintendent that they request an appeals board hearing. They shall request a date and time for a meeting, which shall not conflict with normal school duties, which shall be within thirty (30) calendar days of the date of the request. 3. The appeals board shall consist of the grievant and two representatives of the Association and the immediate supervisor, Superintendent and one other person representing the Board of Education. 4. A written record shall be kept and shall include a copy of the written grievance and all responses as well as any other material, which has been submitted. 5. The appeals board shall meet and attempt to resolve the grievance at the first meeting. If mutually agreeable, a second meeting may be held within ten (10) working days of the first meeting. 6. A written summary of the meeting(s), including any settlement, if any, shall be prepared and forwarded to the grievant and the Association within ten (10) working days of the final meeting.