Common use of Level Three – Mediation Clause in Contracts

Level Three – Mediation. If a grievant is not satisfied with the decision in Level Two, the grievant may request the Association to proceed to mediation. Within ten (10) work days after receipt of the Superintendent's or designee's reply, the grievant, through the Association, may submit a written notice to the District of its intent to submit the grievance to mediation. Within ten (10) work days following receipt of the Association's notice of intent to submit the grievance to mediation, the District shall contact the State Mediation and Conciliation Service to appoint a mediator. The mediator shall meet with the parties in an effort to resolve the dispute. If the mediator is unable to resolve the dispute, the grievance shall proceed to advisory arbitration.