If the employee refuses to sign, the supervisor and a witness should certify in writing that it was delivered and explained to the employee. A copy should be given to the employee. A copy of the written reprimand should be forwarded to the Director of Human Resources. It will become a permanent part of the employee's personnel record. Suspension - The seriousness of the offense will determine the length of the suspension.
All suspensions are without pay.
The Director of Human Resources is authorized to effect suspensions. The suspension letter will be written and signed by the Director of Human Resources and forwarded to the supervisor to be given to the employee with a copy to be placed in the employee's personnel file. This is the most serious disciplinary action and should be taken only after a careful review of the case. An employee may be terminated due to the frequency or serious nature of misconduct. Very serious offenses may be cause for immediate termination without prior progressive disciplinary steps.