Oregon State ADR Provider Roster Statement of Qualifications
Section #1: ADR Provider Contact Information & Languages
Last Name Company Name Business Address City Zip Code E-mail Web Site
Sniffen
Carl Sniffen 405 Parkhill Place Grants Pass 97527 csniffen@charter.net none
First Name
Carl
State Phone Fax # Languages Spoken
Oregon 541 955 1525 none English
Section #2: Provider Overview
The following section provides a brief overview of the provider’s experience and qualifications I have practiced law since 1978, largely in the business, nonprofit and real estate areas. Since 1995, the substantial portion of my work has been in the areas of mediation, arbitration and group facilitation. I serve on mediation panels for the American Arbitration Association, United States Postal Service's Project Redress, and the Grants Pass Board of Realtors. I serve as a hearings officer/mediator for the City of Grants Pass, Oregon for land use matters. I have facilitated strategic planning processes for Coalition for Kids and the Grants Pass/Josephine County Chamber of Commerce, among others. I have facilitated workplace disputes involving city and county employees operating a joint 911 dispatch center. I have also facilitated processes designed to improve cooperation and working relationships of city management staff, to develop a code enforcement program for the City of Grants Pass, and to conduct a personnel review of a city manger by the local government. I also serve as panel chair for the National Athletics Board of Review of USA Track and Field. The purpose of the NABR is to conduct grievance hearings among and between athletes, USATF, USATF associations and others.
Section #3 Services Offered, Case Experience and Rates
Type of Service Offered Mediation involving two to five parties Large group mediation or facilitation (six or more parties.) Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts Litigation Settlement Mediation Neutral Evaluation Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation Other ADR related Services Other ADR related Services Other ADR related Services # of cases (range) the provider has done 51-100 6-10 11-25 BLANK BLANK 3-5 BLANK BLANK BLANK Rate per hour 140.00 140.00 140.00 00.00 00.00 140.00 00.00 00.00 00.00 project billing available Other charges or rate structures for this type of service, if any daily maximum available project billing available daily maximum available
Section #4: Does the Provider charge travel expenses to provide services in your area?
County or County Area
1 Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook – Counties 2 Washington, Multnomah – Counties 3 Polk, Marion, Yamhill – Counties 4 Lincoln, Benton, Linn – Counties 5 Lane – County 6 Douglas – County 7 Coos, Curry – Counties 8 Josephine, Jackson – Counties 9 Hood River, Wasco, Sherman, Gilliam, Wheeler – Counties 10 Jefferson, Crook, Deschutes – Counties 11 Lake, Klamath – Counties 12 Morrow, Umatilla - Counties 13 Wallowa, Union, Grant, Baker – Counties 14 Harney, Malheur – Counties 15 Clackamas – County
Available to work in this area without charging travel expenses.
Available to work in this area but will charge travel expenses
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SECTION #5: Relevant Formal Education
Provider’s relevant formal education (e.g., AA, BA, graduate degree or certificate, etc) B.S. Journalism University of Kansas J.D. University of Missouri-Kansas City
SECTION #6: Relevant Work Experience
Provider’s paid or volunteer work experience that contributed to his or her process (e.g., mediation) or substantive (subject matter) expertise or skills. USPS Project Redress: mediate workplace disputes among postal workers Facilitation of Strategic Planning Processes: Coalition for Kids; Family Friends; Chamber of Commers Facilitation, mediation of land use disputes for the City of Grants Pass Facilitation of meetings with staff and others to develop a code enforcement program Facilitation of personnel review processes Facilitate rural initiative process in Wolf Creek, Oregon Hearings officer/mediator for USA track and field for athlete grievances Mediator of disputes between real estate purchasers and sellers through American Arbitration Association and Grants Pass Board of Realtors Arbitrator with American Arbitration Association and via referral of Circuit Court of Josephine County, Oregon Facilitate team building amongst City management team and city manager Develop grievance resolution processes; conducted investigations related to grievances
Section #7: Standards the Provider Subscribes to and Professional Licenses Held
Oregon Mediation Association Core Standards of Mediation Practice, April 23, 2005 (http://www.mediate.com/oma/pg61.cfm ) Association for Conflict Resolution, Model Standards of Conduct for Mediators, 2005 revisions. (http://www.acrnet.org/pdfs/ModelStandardsofConductforMediatorsfinal05.pdf) Model Standards of Practice for Family and Divorce Mediation developed by the Symposium on Standards of Practice, August 2000 (http://www.afccnet.org/pdfs/modelstandards.pdf ) International Association for Public Participation (IAP2), Code of Ethics for Public Participation Practitioners (See http://www.iap2.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=8) Other professional standards that the provider subscribes to: Oregon State Bar # 91104 Other professional licenses: Missouri Bar #26210 (inactive)
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Section #8: Provider’s Specialized Areas of Expertise
Area of Expertise Business and Finance Sub Specialty General Investment and Finance Patents or Intellectual Property Rights Civil Rights Consumer Civil Rights All Types, Consumer-Merchant Disputes Assistive Technologies Vehicle Sales, Service or Repair Cultural Education Cross Cultural, Ethnicity, or Related Fields Education Special Education Agricultural Exceptions (goal 2) Agriculture Air, Land and Water Quality Coastal Endangered Species or Wildlife Energy Forestry Hazardous Materials and Environmental Other Natural Resource Related Water Resources, Wetlands Governmental and Regulatory Government-to-Government (e.g., state-tribal) Professional Licensing Public Utilities Child Dependency and Permanency Planning (Adoption) Disability Family Services, including Service Plans Health Care Senior Services Social Services Vocational Rehabilitation Public Assistance - AFS International Labor and Employment International Collective Bargaining and Labor General Employment and Human Resources Workers’ Compensation Workplace Interpersonal Disputes Torts or Insurance Claims Transportation, Housing and Land Use Torts or Insurance Claims Construction Industry & Contracts, Civil Engineering Eminent Domain General Planning Growth Management Housing Land Use Railroad Real Property Areas of expertise
Environmental
Human Services
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Siting Controversial Projects or Facilitates
Section #9: ADR Related Training
Part A. Basic Mediation Training The Provider attended a basic mediation training course of at least 30 hours, comparable to the basic mediation curriculum specified in section 3.2 of the Oregon Judicial Department Court-Connected Mediator Qualifications Rules. Course Name Professional Mediation Practice Jim Melamed, Oregon Mediation Center Year 1995
Course provider, trainer or sponsor
Length (hrs)
30.00
Part B - Mediation, Facilitation or ADR related training the provider RECEIVED in addition to the mediation training described above.
Divorce Mediation, OR Mediation Center, 1996, 40 hours Neutrals Conference, AAA, 2002 10 hours Neutrals Conference, AAA, 2003 10 hours Neutrals Conference, AAA, 2004 10 hours Advanced Transformation Mediation, USPS, 1999, 16 hours Confidentiality and Mediation, OSB, 1998, 3.5 hours Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Issues in Mediation, OR. Mediation Center 1997, 6 hours Current Issues and Latest Mediation Techniques, OSB, 1996, 6 hours
Part C - Mediation, Facilitation or ADR related training the Provider CONDUCTED (includes a brief course name or description and the year attended and approximate length of the course).
None
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Section #10: ADR-Related Panels, Organizations or Programs
The following section lists the provider’s experience on ADR-related panels, organizations or programs, if any. ADR Panel, Organization or Program Experience #1 Name of program, panel or organization United States Postal Service Project Redress Primary ADR Provider role on this panel or program The date (year only) of the Provider’s most recent involvement with this panel or program Approximate total # of case hours as an ADR Provider in this organization, panel or program Lead mediator or facilitator
Brief description of the organization, program or panel’s function and the Provider’s role in it. Program Contact Person
Resolution of workplace disputes for postal workers
2006
Carol Austin
Total hours (if less than 100) = 27 at least 100 hrs at least 200 hrs
# of cases, by type, that the ADR Provider conducted as part of this panel or program experience.
7 Mediation(2-5 parties) 00 Large group facilitation or mediation (6 or more parties) 7 Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts 00 Litigation Settlement Mediation 00 Neutral Evaluation of Legal Disputes 00 Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation ADR Panel, Organization or Program Experience #2
Name of program, panel or organization
City of Grants Pass, Oregon
Primary ADR Provider role on this panel or program
Lead mediator or facilitator
Brief description of the organization, program or panel’s function and the Providers role in it. Program Contact Person
land use hearings, facilitate code enforcement process, facilitate meetings with staff, management team Jim Huber, Community Development Director
The date (year only) of the Provider’s most recent involvement with this panel or program Approximate total # of case hours as an ADR Provider in this panel or program
2007
Total hours (if less than 100) = at least 100 hrs at least 200 hrs
# of cases, by type, that the ADR provider conducted as part of this panel or program experience.
80 Mediation (2-5 parties) 04 Large group facilitation or mediation (6 or more parties) 04 Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts Litigation Settlement Mediation Neutral Evaluation of Legal Disputes Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation
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Section #10: ADR Panel, Organization or Program Experience #3 Name of program, panel or organization Grants Pass Association of Realtors Primary ADR Provider role on this panel or program Lead mediator or facilitator
Brief description of the organization, program or panel’s function and the Providers role in it. Program Contact Person
mediate disputes among purchasers and sellers of real estate
Sue George
The date (year only) of the Provider’s most recent involvement with this panel or program. Approximate total # of case hours as an ADR Provider in this panel or program
2006
Total hours (if less than 100) = 40 at least 100 hrs at least 200 hrs
# of cases, by type, that the ADR provider conducted as part of this panel or program experience.
06 Mediation(2-5 parties) 00 Large group facilitation or mediation (6 or more parties) 00 Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts 00 Litigation Settlement Mediation 00 Neutral Evaluation of Legal Disputes 000 Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation
Section #11: Specific Case or Project Experience
The following section describes the provider’s experience with specific cases or projects.
Case #1
Case/project name Description: United States Postal Service Mediation Project Redress program provides transformative mediation services to assist in the resolution of workplace disputes by and among postal employees and management relating to grievances involving terms and conditions of employment, harassment, discrimination and other workplace related issues. Each mediation involves one mediator, one or more employees, one or more employee representatives and one or more members of the postal office management team.
Role Case Contact Category of ADR experience that applies to this case or project.
Lead mediator or facilitator Mary Clement 503 261 5510 Mediation (2-5 parties) Large group facilitation or mediation (6 or more parties) Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts Year 2005
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Litigation Settlement Mediation Neutral Evaluation of Legal Disputes Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation Other
# of case hours
004
Section #11: Specific Case or Project Experience - Case #2
Case/project name Description: United States Postal Service Mediation Project Redress program provides transformative mediation services to assist in the resolution of workplace disputes by and among postal employees and management relating to grievances involving terms and conditions of employment, harassment, discrimination or other workplace issues. Each mediation involves one mediator, one or more employees, one or more employee representatives, and one or more members of the postal office management team. Due to the confidential nature of the mediation process, specific information concerning the names of the parties to the dispute may not be revealed.
Role Case Contact Category of ADR experience that applies to this case or project.
Lead mediator or facilitator Mary Clement 503 261 5510 Mediation (2-5 parties) Large group facilitation or mediation (6 or more parties) Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts Litigation Settlement Mediation Neutral Evaluation of Legal Disputes Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation Other # of case hours 004 Year 2004
Section #11: Specific Case or Project Experience - Case #3
Case/project name Description: United States Postal Service Mediation Project Redress program provides transformative mediation services to assist in the resolution of workplace disputes by and among postal employees and management relating to grievances involving terms and conditions of employment, harassment, discrimination or other workplace issues. Each mediation involves one mediator, one or more employees, one or more employee representatives, and one or more members of the postal office management team. Due to the confidential nature of the mediation process, specific information concerning the names of the parties to the dispute may not be revealed.
Role Case Contact Category of ADR experience that applies to this case or project.
Lead mediator or facilitator Mary Clement 503 261 5510 Mediation (2-5 parties) Large group facilitation or mediation (6 or more parties) Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts Year 2004
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Litigation Settlement Mediation Neutral Evaluation of Legal Disputes Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation Other
# of case hours
004
Section #11: Specific Case or Project Experience - Case #4
Case/project name Description: United States Postal Service Mediation Project Redress program provides transformative mediation services to assist in the resolution of workplace disputes by and among postal employees and management relating to grievances involving terms and conditions of employment, harassment, discrimination or other workplace issues. Each mediation involves one mediator, one or more employees, one or more employee representatives, and one or more members of the postal office management team. Due to the confidential nature of the mediation process, specific information concerning the names of the parties to the dispute may not be revealed.
Role Case Contact Category of ADR experience that applies to this case or project.
Lead mediator or facilitator Mary Clement 503 261 5510 Mediation (2-5 parties) Large group facilitation or mediation (6 or more parties) Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts Litigation Settlement Mediation Neutral Evaluation of Legal Disputes Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation Other # of case hours 003 Year 2003
Section #11: Specific Case or Project Experience - Case #5
Case/project name Description: United States Postal Service Mediation Project Redress program provides transformative mediation services to assist in the resolution of workplace disputes by and among postal employees and management relating to grievances involving terms and conditions of employment, harassment, discrimination or other workplace issues. Each mediation involves one mediator, one or more employees, one or more employee representatives, and one or more members of the postal office management team. Due to the confidential nature of the mediation process, specific information concerning the names of the parties to the dispute may not be revealed.
Role Case Contact
Lead mediator or facilitator Mary Clement 503 261 5510
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Category of ADR experience that applies to this case or project.
Mediation (2-5 parties) Large group facilitation or mediation (6 or more parties) Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts Litigation Settlement Mediation Neutral Evaluation of Legal Disputes Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation Other
Year
2002
# of case hours
003
Section #11: Specific Case or Project Experience - Case #6
Case/project name Description: United States Postal Service Mediation Project Redress program provides transformative mediation services to assist in the resolution of workplace disputes by and among postal employees and management relating to grievances involving terms and conditions of employment, harassment, discrimination or other workplace issues. Each mediation involves one mediator, one or more employees, one or more employee representatives, and one or more members of the postal office management team. Due to the confidential nature of the mediation process, specific information concerning the names of the parties to the dispute may not be revealed.
Role Case Contact Category of ADR experience that applies to this case or project.
BLANK Mary Clement 503 261 5510 Mediation (2-5 parties) Large group facilitation or mediation (6 or more parties) Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts Litigation Settlement Mediation Neutral Evaluation of Legal Disputes Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation Other # of case hours 004 Year 2002
Section #11: Specific Case or Project Experience - Case #7
Case/project name Description: Grants Pass/Josephine County Chamber of Commerce Strategic Planning Process This process led to the first ever strategic plan for the group. It involved approximately 40 hours of work which included two day long planning sessions involving approximately 18 people, prepration of homework assignements, workshop visioning exercises, etc. Final work product included a mission statement, values statement, clearly defined goals, and a work plan, all of which have been utilized successfully by the Chamber.
Role Case Contact
Lead mediator or facilitator Jon Jordan 541 476 7717
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Category of ADR experience that applies to this case or project.
Mediation (2-5 parties) Large group facilitation or mediation (6 or more parties) Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts Litigation Settlement Mediation Neutral Evaluation of Legal Disputes Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation Other
Year
2005
# of case hours
040
Section #11: Specific Case or Project Experience - Case #8
Case/project name Description: City of Grants Pass Code Enforcement Program The City of Grants Pass wanted to streamline its code enforcement program. This process involved more than 80 hours of facilitated meetings with a variety of groups including the Mayor and City Council members, City management team staff, and many employees working in a variety of departments impacted by Code Enforcement. During this process, ideas and viewpoints were gathered, prioritized, and several options developed from this information and presented back to all participants for additional review and revision. A final report was prepared, presented to the Council, and many components of that report have been incorporated into the City's current code enforcement structure.
Role Case Contact Category of ADR experience that applies to this case or project.
Lead mediator or facilitator Jim Huber 541 474 6355 or Bill Peterson 541 476-4441 Mediation (2-5 parties) Large group facilitation or mediation (6 or more parties) Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts Litigation Settlement Mediation Neutral Evaluation of Legal Disputes Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation Other # of case hours 080 Year 2005
Section #11: Specific Case or Project Experience - Case #9
Case/project name Description: Combined City of Grants Pass/Josephine County 911 dispatch center The focus of this mediation/facilitation was to improve working relationships among employees of the 911 dispatch center which was populated by City employees and County employees. The project involved meeting with representatives of both groups, preparing premeeting homework assignments to capture information, and conducted a daylong meeting with most employees of the dispatch center. Grievances were aired, problems and solutions were identified. The end product of the process was a working set of groundrules for employees to follow and a clarified grievance process.
Role Case Contact
Lead mediator or facilitator Bill Peterson 541 476 4441
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Category of ADR experience that applies to this case or project.
Mediation (2-5 parties) Large group facilitation or mediation (6 or more parties) Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts Litigation Settlement Mediation Neutral Evaluation of Legal Disputes Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation Other
Year
1997
# of case hours
014
Section #11: Specific Case or Project Experience - Case #10
Case/project name Description: Wolf Creek, Oregon Rural Initiative Process This process involved a series of meetings with citizens in the Wolf Creek, Oregon area. A parallel process was facilitated by Donald Rubenstein in the Sunny Valley area. A focus of the meetings was to gain information from citizens about the future of Wolf Creek, and specifically with respect to the creation of zones to permit otherwise nonallowed commercial and industrial uses. Facilitated discussions, visioning exercises and the provision of technical information from a planning expert, enabled the citizens to reach concensus on the type of additional development that could be permitted, the extensiveness of the development and its location Nearly two dozen citizens participated in this process. Lead mediator or facilitator Donald Rubenstei n 541 474-3023 Mediation (2-5 parties) Large group facilitation or mediation (6 or more parties) Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts Litigation Settlement Mediation Neutral Evaluation of Legal Disputes Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation Other # of case hours 060 Year 1998
Role Case Contact Category of ADR experience that applies to this case or project.
Section #11: Specific Case or Project Experience - Case #11
Case/project name Description: City of Grants Pass City Manager Performance Review I facilitated the performance review of the City Manager by the Grants Pass City Council and Mayor. This review involved the preparation of a survey tool, analyzing and assembling the information received back from the survey, and facilitating a meeting among the 8 city councilors, Mayor and the City Manager. I actually performed this task on four different occassions. There was a great deal of emotional content related to this facilitation/mediation. The end process of each session was a recommendation by the Council relative to the performance status of the Manger
Role Case Contact
Lead mediator or facilitator Bill Peterson 541 476 4441 or Jack Patterson 541 474 6360
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Category of ADR experience that applies to this case or project.
Mediation (2-5 parties) Large group facilitation or mediation (6 or more parties) Mediation or facilitation of workplace conflicts Litigation Settlement Mediation Neutral Evaluation of Legal Disputes Public Policy Mediation or Facilitation Other
Year
2004
# of case hours
034
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