Your contract at workYour right not to be subjected to sexual harassment
Article 5.8 Sexual Harassment
Your union contract contains hundreds of provisions designed to protect your rights. Article 5.8 defines your right not to be subjected to sexual harassment.
Our contract guarantees that employees will not be subject to sexual harassment, and the state’s commitment to this principle must be posted at all worksites.
Our contract guarantees that remedies include filing a grievance, filing a charge at the Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH administers state law), the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC administers federal law), and/or the State’s internal Equal Employment Opportunity complaint process.
Our contract guarantees that rejection of sexual harassment conduct will not be used as a basis for employment decisions.
Our contract guarantees that employees will not be subject to retaliation, threats of retaliation nor interfered with when exercising their rights under this article.
Definition of sexual harassment: Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature constitute sexual harassment when submission to such conduct is made a condition of employment or has the purpose or effect of interfering with an individuals work or creates a hostile working environment.
How to take Action
Contact your Local 1000 steward if you feel you are a victim of sexual harassment. Your steward will work with you, management and your contract to determine the best course of action, including whether or not to file a grievance.
For more information regarding Sexual Harassment - Article 5.8, review your contract here.