Common use of Umpire Arbitration Procedure Clause in Contracts

Umpire Arbitration Procedure. 1. The cases presented to the arbitrator will consist of work site issues; short-term disciplinary actions [three (3) day or less suspensions without pay]; overtime distribution; and other individual situations mutually agreed to. 2. Either party will provide the other with an initial list of the cases which it wishes to be heard on a scheduled hearing date at least forty-five (45) calendar days prior to a hearing date. This list may be revised upon mutual agreement of the parties at any time up to fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the hearing date. 3. Statements of facts and the issue will be presented by the parties, in writing, to the arbitrator at least seven (7) calendar days prior to the hearing date unless the arbitrator agrees to fewer days for that particular hearing date. If contract language is to be interpreted, the appropriate language provisions of the contract will also be provided to the arbitrator prior to the hearing. 4. Whenever possible, the cases will be grouped by geographic area and heard in that area. The hearing site may be moved to facilitate the expeditious handling of the day’s cases. 5. The case in chief will be limited to five (5) minutes by each side with an opportunity for a one minute rebuttal and/or closing. No witnesses will be called. No objections will be allowed. No briefs or transcripts shall be made. The Grievant and his/her xxxxxxx, plus a department representative and the supervisor, will be present at the hearing and available to answer questions from the arbitrator. 6. The arbitrator will render a final and binding decision on each case at the end of each case or at the end of the day on the form provided. The arbitrator may deny, uphold or modify the action of the Employer. 7. The cost of the arbitrator and the expenses of the hearing will be shared equally by the parties.

Umpire Arbitration Procedure. 1. The Union and XXXX will meet with the arbitrator no more than once every six (6) months. 2. The cases presented to the arbitrator will consist of campus or work site issues; short-term disciplinary actions [three (3) day or less suspensions without pay]; overtime distribution; and other individual situations to which the parties mutually agreed toagree. 23. Cases will be given an initial joint screening by representatives of the State Bureau of Labor Relations and the Union. Either party will provide the other with an initial list of the cases which it wishes to be heard on a scheduled hearing date at least forty-five (45) calendar days prior to a hearing date. This list may be revised upon mutual agreement of the parties at any time up to fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the hearing date. 34. Statements of facts and the issue will be presented by the parties, in writing, to the arbitrator at least seven (7) calendar days prior to the hearing date unless the arbitrator agrees to fewer days for that particular hearing date. If contract language is to be interpreted, the appropriate language provisions of the contract will also be provided to the arbitrator prior to the hearing. 45. Whenever possible, the cases at least five (5) cases, grouped by agency and/or geographic area, will be grouped by geographic area and heard in that areaat each session. The hearing site may be moved to facilitate the expeditious handling of the day’s cases. 56. The case in chief will be limited to five (5) minutes by each side with an opportunity for a one minute rebuttal and/or closing. No witnesses will be called. No objections will be allowed. No briefs or transcripts shall be made. The Grievant and his/her xxxxxxxUnion representative, plus a department an XXXX representative and the grievant’s supervisor, will be present at the hearing and available to answer questions from the arbitrator. 67. The arbitrator will render a final and binding decision on each case at the end of each case or at the end day, unless the parties agree to a different timeframe for the issuance of the day on the form providedarbitration award. The arbitrator may deny, uphold or modify the action of the Employer. 78. The cost of the arbitrator and the expenses of the hearing will be shared equally by the parties. The grievant and Union representative will attend the arbitration without loss of pay.

Umpire Arbitration Procedure. 1. Whenever possible, each arbitrator will conduct hearings a minimum of two (2) days per month. AFSCME, Council 24, WSEU and the State Bureau of Labor Relations will meet with the arbitrator at least once every six months and select dates for hearings during the next six (6) month period. 2. The cases presented to the arbitrator will consist of campus, local institution, or work site issues; short-term disciplinary actions [three (3) day or less suspensions without pay]; overtime distribution; and other individual situations mutually agreed toas agreed. 23. Cases will be given an initial joint screening by representatives of the Bureau of Labor Relations, XXXX and AFSCME, Council 24, WSEU. Either party will provide the other with an initial list of the cases which it wishes to be heard on a scheduled hearing date at least forty-five (45) calendar days prior to a hearing date. This list may be revised upon mutual agreement of the parties at any time up to fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the hearing date. 34. Statements of facts and the issue will be presented by the parties, in writing, to the arbitrator at least seven (7) calendar days prior to the hearing date unless the arbitrator agrees to fewer days for that particular hearing date. If contract language is to be interpreted, the appropriate language provisions of the contract will also be provided to the arbitrator prior to the hearing. 45. The arbitrator will normally hear at least eight (8) cases at each session unless mutually agreed otherwise. Whenever possible, the cases will be grouped by campus, institution and/or geographic area and heard in that area. The hearing site may be moved to facilitate the expeditious handling of the day’s cases. 56. The case in chief will be limited to five (5) minutes by each side with an opportunity for a one minute rebuttal and/or closing. No witnesses will be called. No objections will be allowed. No briefs or transcripts shall be made. The Grievant and his/her xxxxxxx, plus a department representative and the supervisor, will be present at the hearing and available to answer questions from the arbitrator. 67. The arbitrator will render a final and binding decision on each case at the end of each case or at the end of the day on the form provided. The arbitrator may deny, uphold or modify the action of the Employer. 78. The cost of the arbitrator and the expenses of the hearing will be shared equally by the parties. [Historical Note: This language was moved from Article IV, Section 12 which was deleted] SECTION 5: Retroactivity 4/5/1 Settlement of grievances may or may not be retroactive as the equities of particular cases may demand. In any case, where it is determined that the award should be applied retroactively, except for administrative errors relating to the payment of wages, the maximum period of retroactivity allowed shall be a date not earlier than thirty (30) calendar days prior to the initiation of the written grievance in Step One. Employees who voluntarily terminate their employment (not including those who retire) will have their grievances immediately withdrawn and will not benefit by any later settlement of a group grievance. When a discharged employee resigns for the purpose of withdrawing funds from the State’s retirement system, his/her grievance of the discharge will not be considered as withdrawn.

Umpire Arbitration Procedure. 1. The cases presented to the arbitrator will consist of campus, local institution, or work site issues; short-term disciplinary actions [three (3) day or less suspensions without pay]; overtime distribution; , and other individual situations mutually agreed to. 2. Cases will be given an initial joint screening by representatives of the State Bureau of Labor Relations and SEA. Either party will provide the other with an initial list of the cases which it wishes to be heard on a scheduled hearing date at least forty-five (45) calendar days prior to a hearing date. This list may be revised upon mutual agreement of the parties at any time up to fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the hearing date. 3. Statements of facts and the issue will be presented by the parties, in writing, to the arbitrator at least seven (7) calendar days prior to the hearing date date, unless the arbitrator agrees to fewer days for that particular hearing date. If contract language is to be interpreted, the appropriate language provisions of the contract will also be provided to the arbitrator prior to the hearing. 4. Whenever possible, the cases will be grouped by campus, institution and/or geographic area and heard in that area. The hearing site may be moved to facilitate the expeditious handling of the day’s cases. 5. The case in chief will be limited to five (5) minutes by each side with an opportunity for a one minute rebuttal and/or closing. No witnesses will be called. No objections will be allowed. No briefs or transcripts shall be made. The Grievant and his/her xxxxxxx, plus a department representative and the supervisor, will be present at the hearing and available to answer questions from the arbitrator. 6. The arbitrator will render a final and binding decision on each case at the end of each case or at the end of the day on the form provided. The arbitrator may deny, uphold or modify the action of the Employer. 7. The cost of the arbitrator and the expenses of the hearing will be shared equally by the partiesparties on a pro-rated basis, dependent on Union/Association participation.

Umpire Arbitration Procedure. 1. The cases presented to the arbitrator will consist of campus, local institution, or work site issues; short-term disciplinary actions [three (3) day or less suspensions without pay]; overtime distribution; , and other individual situations mutually agreed to. 2. Cases will be given an initial joint screening by representatives of the State Bureau of Collective Bargaining and SEA. Either party will provide the other with an initial list of the cases which it wishes to be heard on a scheduled hearing date at least forty-five (45) calendar days prior to a hearing date. This list may be revised upon mutual agreement of the parties at any time up to fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the hearing date. 3. Statements of facts and the issue will be presented by the parties, in writing, to the arbitrator at least seven (7) calendar days prior to the hearing date date, unless the arbitrator agrees to fewer days for that particular hearing date. If contract language is to be interpreted, the appropriate language provisions of the contract will also be provided to the arbitrator prior to the hearing. 4. Whenever possible, the cases will be grouped by campus, institution and/or geographic area and heard in that area. The hearing site may be moved to facilitate the expeditious handling of the day’s cases. 5. The case in chief will be limited to five (5) minutes by each side with an opportunity for a one minute rebuttal and/or closing. No witnesses will be called. No objections will be allowed. No briefs or transcripts shall be made. The Grievant and his/her xxxxxxx, plus a department representative and the supervisor, will be present at the hearing and available to answer questions from the arbitrator. 6. The arbitrator will render a final and binding decision on each case at the end of each case or at the end of the day on the form provided. The arbitrator may deny, uphold or modify the action of the Employer. 7. The cost of the arbitrator and the expenses of the hearing will be shared equally by the partiesparties on a pro-rated basis, dependent on Union/Association participation.

Umpire Arbitration Procedure. 1. Whenever possible, each arbitrator will conduct hearings a minimum of two (2) days per month. District Council 24, Wisconsin State Employees Union and the State Bureau of Collective Bargaining Labor Relations will meet with the arbitrator at least once every six months and select dates for hearings during the next six (6) month period. 2. The cases presented to the arbitrator will consist of campus, local institution, or work site issues; short-term disciplinary actions [three (3) day or less suspensions without pay]; overtime distribution; and other individual situations mutually agreed to. 23. Cases will be given an initial joint screening by representatives of the State Bureau of Collective Bargaining Labor Relations and the WSEU, Council 24. Either party will provide the other with an initial list of the cases which it wishes to be heard on a scheduled hearing date at least forty-five (45) calendar days prior to a hearing date. This list may be revised upon mutual agreement of the parties at any time up to fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the hearing date. 34. Statements of facts and the issue will be presented by the parties, in writing, to the arbitrator at least seven (7) calendar days prior to the hearing date unless the arbitrator agrees to fewer days for that particular hearing date. If contract language is to be interpreted, the appropriate language provisions of the contract will also be provided to the arbitrator prior to the hearing. 45. The arbitrator will normally hear at least eight (8) cases at each session unless mutually agreed otherwise. Whenever possible, the cases will be grouped by campus, institution and/or geographic area and heard in that area. The hearing site may be moved to facilitate the expeditious handling of the day’s cases. 56. The case in chief will be limited to five (5) minutes by each side with an opportunity for a one minute rebuttal and/or closing. No witnesses will be called. No objections will be allowed. No briefs or transcripts shall be made. The Grievant and his/her xxxxxxx, plus a department representative and the supervisor, will be present at the hearing and available to answer questions from the arbitrator. 67. The arbitrator will render a final and binding decision on each case at the end of each case or at the end of the day on the form provided. The arbitrator may deny, uphold or modify the action of the Employer. 78. The cost of the arbitrator and the expenses of the hearing will be shared equally by the parties.

Umpire Arbitration Procedure. 1. The Wisconsin Professional Employees Council and XXXX will meet with the Arbitrator no more than once every six (6) months. 2. The cases presented to the arbitrator will consist of campus or work site issues; short-term disciplinary actions [three (3) day or less suspensions without pay]; overtime distribution; and other individual situations to which the parties mutually agreed toagree. 23. Cases will be given an initial joint screening by representatives of the Bureau of Labor Relations and the Wisconsin Professional Employees Council. Either party will provide the other with an initial list of the cases which it wishes to be heard on a scheduled hearing date at least forty-five (45) calendar days prior to a hearing date. This list may be revised upon mutual agreement of the parties at any time up to fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the hearing date. 34. Statements of facts and the issue will be presented by the parties, in writing, to the arbitrator at least seven (7) calendar days prior to the hearing date unless the arbitrator agrees to fewer days for that particular hearing date. If contract language is to be interpreted, the appropriate language provisions of the contract will also be provided to the arbitrator prior to the hearing. 45. Whenever possible, the cases at least five (5) cases, grouped by agency and/or geographic area, will be grouped by geographic area and heard in that areaat each session. The hearing site may be moved to facilitate the expeditious handling of the day’s cases. 56. The case in chief will be limited to five (5) minutes by each side with an opportunity for a one minute rebuttal and/or closing. No witnesses will be called. No objections will be allowed. No briefs or transcripts shall be made. The Grievant and his/her xxxxxxxUnion representative, plus a department XXXX representative and the grievant’s supervisor, will be present at the hearing and available to answer questions from the arbitrator. 67. The arbitrator will render a final and binding decision on each case at the end of each case or at the end day, unless the parties agree to a different timeframe for the issuance of the day on the form providedarbitration award. The arbitrator may deny, uphold or modify the action of the Employer. 78. The cost of the arbitrator and the expenses of the hearing will be shared equally by the parties. The grievant and Union representative will attend the arbitration without loss of pay.