Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Process

The Civil Service Commission's Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process provides a voluntary, expedited alternative to a traditional Civil Service appeal hearing. Its purpose is to resolve disciplinary appeals more quickly, reduce costs, and provide a fair and binding decision.

ADR is available only for timely filed disciplinary appeals. An employee must request ADR within 30 days of filing an appeal with the Civil Service Commission and before the initial hearing date. Participation is voluntary and requires agreement from both the employee and the Appointing Authority. Either party may decline ADR. Once both parties agree to ADR, the decision is final and binding, and both the employee and the Appointing Authority waive the right to further appeal, including appeal to the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal.

Alternative Dispute Resolution Summary

Civil Service Rule II Section 4.11 and Section 5 – Alternative Dispute Resolution

ADR – Frequently Asked Questions

 

Executive Counsel, Christina Carroll
Email: christina.carroll@nola.gov | Phone: 504-658-3510