Common use of Arbitrator’s Decision Due Clause in Contracts

Arbitrator’s Decision Due. Unless the parties agree otherwise, the arbitrator shall render the decision in writing within 30 days following the close of the hearing. A copy of the written decision shall contain findings of fact which may be stated in the language of the pleadings or be referenced thereto. If requested by either party, the decision shall be accompanied by findings of fact and conclusions of law. A copy of the written decision shall be transmitted to the department head and the Director of Personnel. The Director of Personnel shall cause to be served a copy of the decision upon the employee. Service by mail at the employee’s last known address shall be sufficient for purposes of this section. A copy of the decision shall be placed in the employee’s personnel history file. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding on both parties.