Office of Labor Relations
Mission Statement
The Office of Labor Relations (OLR) is committed to creating and maintaining a positive and productive working environment for all employees in the University community. The Office of Labor Relations provides guidance and information to employees and supervisors regarding employee relations matters including performance management, progressive discipline, grievance and dispute resolution procedures, and leave issues. The OLR provides trainings and works one-on-one with employees and supervisors to ensure that employees and departments understand their respective rights and responsibilities as governed by University policies and procedures, state rules and regulations and state and federal law. We advise all employees in a fair and unbiased manner and treat all individuals who seek our assistance with respect and dignity.
The Office of Labor Relations advises on the following matters:
Classified Staff
Officers and Exempt Professionals
Accrued Leaves
Other Leaves
Family/Medical Leave Act
Disability Insurace Programs
Leave Sharing Administration
Administrative Leave
Grievance Process
Appeals Process
Dispute Resolution Process
Other Programs and Services
Unemployment Compensation
Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing
Office of Labor Relations Trainings
Reasonable Employer Process
Threat Assessment Protocol