Common use of COMPLAINTS AGAINST MEMBERS OF THE BARGAINING UNIT Clause in Contracts

COMPLAINTS AGAINST MEMBERS OF THE BARGAINING UNIT. 9.01 Whenever a verbal or written complaint is made by a student, parent of a student, or any member of the public concerning a bargaining unit member's professional conduct, service, or character, the bargaining unit member shall be immediately notified of the complaint, and the principal and the bargaining unit member shall attempt to resolve the complaint. 9.02 If the complaints continue, the principal will attempt to resolve the complaint by arranging a conference with the bargaining unit member and the complainant(s). 9.03 If the complaint is still unresolved, the complainant shall be advised, by the principal, of his/her rights to submit a written complaint against the bargaining unit member to the Superintendent of the school district. The Superintendent will set up and conduct a meeting involving the bargaining unit member, the principal, and the complaining party. If such meeting is called, the bargaining unit member and administrator shall, at his/her choice, be accompanied by a representative of his/her choosing. Conferences regarding such complaint shall be closed to the public. If a written decision is issued, the bargaining unit member and complainant shall receive a written copy of the Superintendent's decision five (5) working days following the conference. The Board may schedule a hearing with both parties present to make their presentation, if the problem is not resolved by the Superintendent's decision. The bargaining unit member shall have the right to be accompanied by a representative(s) of his/her choosing. Such hearings shall be in executive session.