HR411 - Discipline

Policy

Section: Human Resources

Employees may be disciplined for failure to meet acceptable standards of conduct or performance. Discipline shall be imposed in accordance with disciplinary procedures established by the President. Disciplinary actions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Oral Reprimand
Written Reprimand
Suspension With or Without Pay
Discharge

The Board hereby grants the President the authority to administer discipline unless the action involves the suspension or discharge of an employee with a continuing contract. In this instance:

The President may suspend with or without pay.
The President may recommend termination of employment.

Legal Reference:
Iowa Code Section 206C.14(5)

Iowa Code Section 279.13

Iowa Code Section 279.23

Iowa Code Section 20.7(3)

Cross Reference:
Procedure HR3320 - Employee Conduct, Appearance and Attendance

Procedure HR3340 - Violence in the Work Place

Policy MC303 - Duties and Responsibilities of the President

Adopted: November 20, 1984
Reviewed: 2005, 2011, 2020

Revised:
January 10, 2000

September 14, 2020