Grievance Information Detail

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Contract Articles 19

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Contract Violations

Holding

Grievance denied. The Arbitrator found that the grievant's inconsistent statements were untruthful and justified removal. Although the Employer's conduct unbecoming charge could not be substantiated, as the Employer was unable to prove that the grievant engaged in a sexual act, the Arbitrator still found that the grievant's untruth was enough to justify removal. Because the grievant stated "I don't recall" what happened during a paid break, in an attempt to cover up questionable behavior, the grievant knowingly made an untrue statement. The Employer's compelling need for honest sergeants with strong integrity was enough to justify removal.