Common use of Second Level Clause in Contracts

Second Level. If the grievance is not settled at the First Level, the Association may appeal to the Superintendent of Schools by filing a written notice with the Superintendent. The statement of the grievance shall name the employee involved and shall state the facts giving rise to the grievance, shall identify all provisions of this Agreement alleged to be violated and shall state the relief requested. The statement of grievance should be submitted within fourteen (14) days from the time that the employee has received a reply from the immediate supervisor concerning his/her original statement of grievance. Within fourteen (14) days of receipt of the appeal, the Superintendent shall conduct an appeal conference on the grievance. The Superintendent shall give the answer in writing no later than fourteen (14) days after the appeal conference. A copy of this answer will be sent to the employee submitting the grievance, as well as the President of the Association.