§ 17572. Steps in the Interagency Merit System Grievance Procedure.

(a) First Level of Review. The employee grievance shall be discussed on an informal basis with the immediate supervisor within 21 calendar days from the date of the action or the employee's knowledge of the action causing the grievance. Every effort shall be made to resolve the grievance at this level and, if necessary, should include conferences among supervisory or administrative personnel.

In this first step of the grievance process, the immediate supervisor shall, at the time the verbal decision is rendered, advise the employee of the right to file a written grievance within 10 calendar days for further consideration.

If a grievance is not resolved informally between the employee and supervisor, a written grievance may be prepared. It should be on an appropriate form; shall be definitive, identify the action requested, and shall be submitted to the immediate supervisor for review and written response.

(b) Second Level of Review. This level shall consist of any of the following persons who have been designated by the appointing authority to hear employee grievances:

(1) Second-line supervisor or administrator within the agency; or

(2) The agency personnel officer.

(c) Third Level of Review. This level shall be the appointing authority.

(d) Final Level of Review. This level shall be the local governing board or its designated representative. The decision rendered at this level is the final administrative remedy provided for within the grievance procedure.

Note

Note: Authority cited: Section 19803, Government Code. Reference: Section 19800, Government Code.