Human Resources Policy.pdf - Lincolnshire Police

OFFICIAL
(2) Apr-14 Policy reviewed
2. POLICY STATEMENTS/INTENTIONS
2.1 The principles and scope of the policy
This is the Police and Crime Commissioner for Lincolnshire and the Chief Constable
of Lincolnshire Police Human Resources umbrella policy, which covers all HR
procedures including guidance and schemes.
The term „staff‟ relates to the Police and Crime Commissioner for Lincolnshire
employees and Lincolnshire Police Staff.
2.2 The aim of the policy
HR, like other business areas contributes to the strategic aims and priorities of the
organisation. The aim of the policy is to provide a framework for HR procedures and
guidance documents to be adhered to.
3. INTRODUCTION/LEGAL BASIS
3.1 The origins/background information
This policy recognises that managers are the “front-line” of the HR service. The way
in which they lead and manage their staff has a major impact on whether or not our
workforce feels:
skilled;
highly motivated and well led;
supported and valued.
The behaviours and values are expected by managers to display are set out in the
Leadership and Staff Charters. The Leadership Charter sets out expectations of
everyone in a leadership and management position or those who are responsible for
staff. The Staff Charter sets out the values and behaviors we expect of everyone in
the organisation.
3.2 Motivators/Driving Forces
The HR policy provides an opportunity to bring HR procedures, guidance and
schemes together under one framework.
3.3 General Principles of the Policy
We will apply HR policy and procedures in a fair and reasonable way. We will aim to
balance the need
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