Monday, 06 February 2012 05:02

Recently a group of experienced union reps suggested we run an article tackling some of the issues they run into most often. Here then are five common grievance situations and suggestions for how to approach them.

Work now, grieve later

When your supervisor gives you a directive you believe violates the contract or standard job procedures, it is important to point out the mistake he or she is making. “That’s a higher pay grade than I am getting.” “The _____ workers have that jurisdiction.” “I don’t have seniority.” Or whatever applies.

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