representative present at any discussion. <br /> A written record of the investigation will be made. The written complaint and <br /> j the related investigative materials will be maintained in HRRS in a file separate <br /> from an employee's personnel file. No notations will be made in the <br /> complainant's personnel file. <br /> i If after an investigation, it is determined that there is merit to the complaint, <br /> immediate and appropriate corrective action will be taken. Depending on the <br /> circumstances and the employee's overall work record, disciplinary action, <br /> up to-and including termination, may be taken. <br /> Alternative Complaint Avenues . <br /> If the employee making the complaint is dissatisfied with the .decision or if <br /> he/she prefers, he/she can elect to file a complaint with the Oregon State Bureau <br /> of Labor and Industries or the Federal Equal Employment Opportunity <br /> <br /> ~ Commission. <br /> This process is separate and apart from the grievance procedure under current <br /> collective bargaining agreements. <br /> Retaliation <br /> Any intimidation, coercion, discrimination or retaliation against an individual <br /> who files a complaint or who testifies, assists or participates in any manner in an <br /> investigation will not be tolerated. Employees should report retaliation <br /> immediately; using any of the avenues for making a complaint described above. <br /> All complaints will be investigated according to the investigation procedure <br /> described above. Corrective action, including discipline or termination, will be <br /> taken where appropriate. <br /> <br />