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Appeals & Grievances

The process for State employees to file an appeal, grievance, complaint, or otherwise protest an action varies according to the subject area and employment category.

The Dept. of Personnel Administration handles two types of appeals - contract grievances and non-merit statutory appeals. In addition, the State Personnel Board handles several other types of appeals.

Contract Grievances

If you're a rank-and-file employee, check your bargaining unit contract for the specific process that applies to you. DPA's Labor Relations Division handles grievances.

Contract Grievances Forms

Non-Merit Statutory Appeals

Follow the links below for examples of appeals, a description of DPA's hearing process, and some final decisions on non-merit statutory appeals. DPA's Statutory Appeals Unit handles these appeals.

Other Appeals

The State Personnel Board has jurisdiction over many appeals. Discrimination complaints may fall under the jurisdiction of other state and federal agencies as well.

Updated June 10, 2008 at 11:39 AM.