Section 132F-419-030. Informal complaint procedures.

When a person believes that she/he has been sexually harassed, the complainant may contact one of the designated college officials for informal assistance. This person will provide the complainant with procedures and suggestions to enable him/her to resolve the problem or to initiate the appropriate compliant process. Complainants will be informed that they may choose an advocate from an available list or of their own choosing to assist with the process.

The designated college official will discuss the complaint with the respondent with the intent that the complaint may be resolved in an informal manner based on consent of the parties concerned. Anonymity of the complainant will be protected where appropriate. In the event the severity of the case merits other intervention or is not resolved to the satisfaction of the complainant, the following procedures will be followed:

(a) The complainant shall file a written complaint with the designated college official stating the times, dates, places, and circumstances surrounding the allegations.

(b) The designated college official will notify the appropriate supervisor who will speak informally with the respondent and provide a copy of the written complaint in an effort to resolve the complaint.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 28B.50 RCW. WSR 85-13-075 (Order 46, Resolution No. 1985-16), § 132F-419-030, filed 6/19/85.]

Chapter 28B.50 RCW. WSR 85-13-075 (Order 46, Resolution No. 1985-16), § 132F-419-030, filed 6/19/85.