Public Sector Contracts

PERC resolves questions regarding public-sector collective negotiations units, including definition, employee placement, and majority representation. PERC determines the scope of negotiations, provides mediation services for negotiation impasses, and maintains panels of outside factfinders and arbitrators to aid in contract formation and dispute resolution. PERC also reviews charges of unfair labor practices, such as a failure to negotiate or represent in good faith and interference with the specific rights under N.J.S.A. 34:13A-1 et seq., including filing grievances and joining with, assisting, and receiving the assistance of employees and employee organizations.