Managers and supervisors must deal almost daily with issues affecting collective bargaining agreements and management rights. A new one-day course, "Introduction to Labor Relations in the State of Michigan Classified Service", will soon be available on the Civil Service Training Calendar. It will help managers and supervisors:
Become aware of the history of labor relations within Michigan state government
Understand basic labor relations concepts
Understand the bargaining process
Understand your role in contract administration
Understand the principles of corrective action
Understand the grievance process
The specific topics covered include:
Labor Relations Roles and Responsibilities
Labor Relations Concepts and Bargaining Process
Performance Management
Informal and Formal Counseling
Misconduct
Investigations
Discipline
Grievance Procedures
Arbitration and Civil Service Hearings
Please check this site or the Civil Service Training Calendar for course availability and scheduling.