Common use of Department Head Determination Clause in Contracts

Department Head Determination. Any dispute not resolved at Step 1 may be submitted to the Department Manager in writing within ten (10) calendar days after the Supervisor’s response in Step 1. The written statement should cite the specific provision of this MOU in dispute. A copy of the written statement shall be provided to the affected employee’s immediate Supervisor. Within five (5) calendar days thereafter, a meeting shall be scheduled with the employee and the Department Head who shall attempt to resolve the matter. The Department Head shall give the employee a written reply within five (5) calendar days after such meeting. If the employee is not satisfied with the response, he or she may proceed to the next step.