looking to file a grievance?
THINK YOU HAVE A GRIEVANCE?
It’s important to remember that according to Article 18.7.4, “The failure of a grievant to conform to the specific provisions of the grievance procedures shall be deemed to be an acceptance of the decisions previously rendered and shall constitute a waiver of any future appeal on the particular grievance.”
Therefore, please review the information below carefully and contact MHFT Office Staff to assist you in the Grievance process! You can find the entirety of Article 18 on the “Contract” page of this website.
What is a grievance?
Per Article 18.1, “A grievance is a written allegation by a grievant that they have been adversely affected by a violation, misapplication, or misinterpretation of a specific provision of” the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
You can view the Collective Bargaining Agreement in the “Contract” tab of this website.
Informal Resolution process:
Per Article 18.2, “Before filing a formal written grievance, the grievant shall attempt to resolve the grievance by an informal conference with their immediate manager and may be accompanied by a representative of their choice.
Following the informal conference between the grievant and the immediate manager, the grievant may request a second informal conference with the immediate manager and may be accompanied by a representative of their choice.”
Formal procedure:
Per Article 18.3, “Within thirty (30) days after the occurrence of the alleged act or omission giving rise to the grievance, the grievant must present their grievance in writing on the Statement of Grievance form to their immediate manager.”
It is advised that you receive support in this process from MHFT representatives and officers. If you would like to file an official grievance, please visit the “Contact Us” tab of this website and reach out to us for support!