GO 2.09 Grievance Procedures

Question 1

What program is designed to resolve disputes and concerns between parties by mutually searching for a resolution through facilitated communication by a certified mediator?

Answer 1

The City of Virginia Beach Mediation Program.

Question 2

Are supervisors who agree to participate in mediation with employees relating to issues surrounding disciplinary action authorized to amend or reduce disciplinary actions?

Answer 2

No

Question 3

Who is the City of Virginia Beach Open Door Policy available to?

Answer 3

All employees of the Virginia Beach Police Department.

Question 4

Can an employee use the Open Door Policy and a Grievance on the same issue?

Answer 4

No

Question 5

What is the objective of the City of Virginia Beach Grievance Procedure?

Answer 5

To obtain a complete understanding of employee concerns and to have them settled as soon as possible at the lowest possible supervisory level commensurate with a fair and equitable settlement.

Question 6

Under what circumstances can a DCJS certified Officer select an internal hearing utilizing the Law Enforcement Officers Procedural Guarantees as an alternative to the City of Virginia Beach Grievance Policy and Procedure?

Answer 6

When a DCJS certified officer is dismissed, demoted, suspended or transferred for punitive reasons.

Question 7

Who is responsible for the coordination of the mediation process and the grievance procedures existing or utilized under city policy?

Answer 7

The Director of Human Resources for the City of Virginia Beach.