OAR 603-075-0020: Process for Selection of Mediation Service

(1) The coordinator shall select such mediation service provider(s) for the mediation programs based upon the following criteria: (a) The number of formally mediated cases and hours of formal mediation completed; (b) The number of continuing education credits obtained during the last two calendar years; (c) Demonstrated ability to provide mediation services in the geographical area, which the mediation service proposes to provide its services; (d) Expertise of the mediator in the subject area giving rise to the dispute; (e) Availability of the mediator to timely mediate a dispute; (f) Skills important to successful mediation; (g) Knowledge of current agricultural, legal, and financial issues; and (h) Other, as determined by the coordinator. (2) The coordinator may revoke or withdraw the selection of a mediation service if it is later determined that the above criteria have not been or are not being adequately met. (3) Coordinator shall review the list of contracted mediators at the beginning of every biennium to determine if additional mediators need to be procured for the roster.