2-020.07C8a Hearing Process

The Department's hearing portion of the grievance procedure must provide the following:

1. A written notice of the date, time, and place of the hearing;
2. A hearing on the record;
3. An opportunity to present evidence, bring witnesses, and cross examine witnesses;
4. Representation by counsel at the discretion and cost of the employee; and
5. A written decision.

This process must not exceed 90 days from the date of the complaint, by which time the complainant must be provided the written decision by the Department.