staffpershandbook 2011[1] - Flagler College
staffpershandbook 2011[1] - Flagler College
staffpershandbook 2011[1] - Flagler College
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T. Excessive absenteeism or tardiness.<br />
U. Using obscene or abusive language or loud arguing.<br />
V. Threatening, intimidating or coercing students, vendors or other employees at any time for any purpose.<br />
W. Gambling or playing a lottery or other game of chance on <strong>College</strong> property.<br />
X. Engaging in any illegal conduct or in conduct which is contrary to the <strong>College</strong>’s best interest.<br />
VI.2 Disciplinary Action<br />
An employee in violation of stated policies or for other good and sufficient reasons shall be subject to one of the<br />
following disciplinary actions depending upon the severity of the violation:<br />
a. A verbal warning by the supervisor that does not become part of the employee’s official record.<br />
b. A written reprimand by the supervisor or the appropriate administrator that will become part of the<br />
employee’s record.<br />
c. Disciplinary suspension with or without pay for a determined period of time. Such suspensions are<br />
approved at the administration level, in writing, and become part of the employee’s personnel file.<br />
d. Termination for cause. No advance notice is required. The reasons for the action will be stated in writing<br />
and retained in the employee’s record. The employee will be paid through the hour of termination, and any<br />
accumulated vacation time will be forfeited.<br />
Employees have the right to have a co-worker present during investigatory interviews if the employee reasonably<br />
believes the interview might lead to disciplinary action.<br />
An employee may be suspended or terminate for cause even though no verbal warnings or written reprimands have<br />
been received.<br />
VI.3 Closing Statement<br />
Successful working conditions and relationships depend upon successful communication. It is important that<br />
employees stay aware of changes in procedures, policies, and general information. It is also important to<br />
communicate ideas, suggestions, personal goals, or problems as they affect work with the organization.<br />
<strong>Flagler</strong> <strong>College</strong> at its option, may change, delete, suspend or discontinue parts or the policy in its <br />
entirety, at any time and without prior notice. In the event of a policy change, employees will be <br />
notified. Any such action shall apply to existing as well as future employees. Page 34