The type of disciplinary action taken will vary with the severity
of the situation and may include the following measures: oral reprimand,
written reprimand, probation, suspension without pay, and discharge.
Disciplinary action may be imposed upon an employee for conduct
or actions which interfere with or prevent the Town from effectively
and efficiently discharging its responsibilities to the public as
well as for any improper conduct by an employee. The following shall
be sufficient cause for disciplinary actions. The list is illustrative
only and shall not be considered to include all reasons for disciplinary
action:
A.
Activities prohibited by the Town bylaws, rules and regulations,
charter, ordinance, or state law.
B.
Use, possession, sale, or distribution of alcohol, narcotics, or
other controlled substances during working hours, on Town property
or in connection with the operation of Town equipment.
C.
Failure to meet prescribed standards of work.
D.
Unauthorized absence or abuse of leave privileges or any other employment
benefit.
E.
Abuse or destruction of Town records, equipment, materials, or other
property.
F.
Any conduct unbecoming an employee of the Town.
A.
Administration with input from Human Resources will determine whether
an employee's behavior warrants discipline. Disciplinary decisions
are not subject to appeal.
B.
The decision not to reappoint an individual whose term has expired
is not necessarily based on a disciplinary action and is not subject
to appeal.
