Disciplinary action may be taken only for just cause. If disciplinary action is grieved, the burden to prove just cause as defined in Article 5, Section T, rests with the Employer. Nothing in this Article shall preclude the President or other appropriate supervisor from attempting to resolve problems with a faculty member in confidence. Unless the President or other appropriate supervisor determines that extenuating circumstances exist, disciplinary action shall be progressive, beginning with oral reprimand, proceeding to written reprimand, then to suspension, and finally to dismissal.
All disciplinary action is subject to the grievance procedure.
Oral Reprimand . An oral reprimand may be issued by the immediate supervisor. An oral reprimand shall be clearly designated as such. A faculty member shall be entitled to have a representative present, and shall be apprised of this right prior to the time of the reprimand. A written record that an oral reprimand was given shall be kept in the personnel file.