Employee Engagement and Labor Relations

The HRSTM Employee Engagement and Labor Relations team supports healthy and productive work relationships that promote the College's mission. We provide guidance and strategies (PDF, ) to prevent and deescalate workplace conflicts through clear and open communication between employees and managers.

When employees and managers disagree on important questions or employment policies, established guidelines and procedures provide the tools needed to evaluate and resolve problems. If you have a concern that requires assistance, you can file a complaint, also known as a grievance. To start the process, fill out the appropriate form (depending on your union membership status) or contact an ELR team member. We will guide you through each step to resolution. 

For assistance with employee concerns, please e-mail us, and a team member will assist you.

Collective Bargaining Agreements

Montgomery College recognizes three (3) employee unions with current collective bargaining agreementsnew window:

• American Association of University Professors (AAUP), representing full-time faculty
• Service Employees International Union (SEIU), representing part-time faculty
• American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), representing staff

If you are a union member, your collective bargaining agreement may outline specific grievance procedures that take precedence over the general process described below. Please review your union contract first, or contact us for guidance on which procedures apply to your situation. View all current collective bargaining agreements herenew window.

Employee Relations Policies

Montgomery College has established policies that outline employee rights, responsibilities, and workplace procedures: