Common use of Level 4 – Arbitration Clause in Contracts

Level 4 – Arbitration. If the grievance remains unresolved the Union shall have the right to submit the matter to arbitration. In the event the Union elects to do so, it must notify the Chief Operating Officer of its decision in writing within twenty-one (21) calendar days from the date of submission to Level 3. After the grievance has been so submitted, the Union shall request a list of five (5) arbitrators from the State of Oregon Mediation and Conciliation Service within 30 calendar days of stating their intent to advance the grievance to arbitration. Upon receipt of the list of arbitrators, the parties will strike names within fourteen (14) calendar days. The parties shall select an arbitrator by mutual agreement or alternate striking of names with the Union proceeding with the first strike. The final name left on the list shall be the arbitrator, and shall be contacted by the parties to set a hearing. The parties will make best efforts to schedule arbitration within six (6) months of selecting an arbitrator. Requesting arbitration shall not prohibit the parties also requesting grievance mediation at the same time. Any mediation shall be mutually agreeable to the parties.