grievance form - OPSEU

Case Preparation
The purpose of this exercise is to help you prepare your brief. Be concise
and complete.
Before proceeding with a classification grievance there are a few steps that
may be helpful in the preparation of a case, always taking into
consideration that retroactive entitlement for classification
complaints is from the filing date of the grievance per the
Collective Agreement (Article 18.4.1.1).
Some colleges have utilized an internal review process or practice that has
in some cases resulted in a member receiving a reclassification outside of
the formal grievance process.
Where this practice exists it is important that retroactivity be considered
and where possible you should seek confirmation from the employer (in
writing) that if an adjustment is made it will be retroactive to the date of
the request. Many members use the performance evaluation process to
formalize a review.
When meeting with the member for the first time you should review with
them the grievance procedure, including the critical grievance timelines
and the hearing process. Indicate to the member that he/she will be
expected to provide the evidence to support their case and that a
significant amount of time will be required.
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