ARTICLE 13
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To set forth rules of conduct to safeguard the interest of the district, the community at large and the employees/volunteers.
13.2.1 Employees/volunteers are expected to conduct themselves in the manner prescribed by specific district rules and regulations and recognition of commonly accepted social and organizational standards.
13.2.2 Observed infraction of rules of conduct are to be reported by any observer to their immediate supervisor or appropriate authority.
13.2.3 Infractions of the rules of conduct shall be cause for corrective disciplinary action. The following list does not limit the district's right to take appropriate corrective action on other than obvious infractions which are not specifically included.
13.3 Rules of Conduct Infractions
1. Excessive or unjustified absences or tardiness. Failure to inform supervisor promptly by telephone or other means when unable to report for work.
2. Unauthorized possession or use of firearms or explosives.
3. Deliberate or careless damage to district or community property.
4. Refusal to obey supervisor or other officers of proper authority.
5. Inefficient or careless performance of duties, including failure to maintain reasonable standards of workmanship or productivity.
6. Disorderly conduct such as fighting, practical jokes, horseplay etc.
7. Possessing, drinking or being under the influence of alcohol or drugs on duty or any district operation.
8. Falsifying employment applications or any district required documents.
9. Gambling on district property.
10. Loitering on district property.
11. Failure to observe safety rules.
12. Unauthorized solicitation on district property.
13. Initiating, distributing or posting of literature, handbills or petitions on district property unless specifically authorized by a chief officer.
14. Smoking in violation of district, state or federal controls.
15. Unauthorized use of district telephones.
16. Theft
17. Falsifying payroll records.
18. Leaving assigned position without proper permission.
19. Working on unauthorized projects on district premises.
20. Unauthorized use of district badges or I.D. cards or permitting any other person to use badge or I.D. card.
21. Profanity or foul language.
22. Failure to observe district and other traffic regulations.
23. Immoral or indecent conduct.
24. Sleeping on the job during working hours.
25. Unauthorized removal of district property or documentation from district premises.
26. Altering or falsifying records.
27. Possession, distribution or reproduction of obscene or lewd literature or pictures on district property.
28. Initiate, author or send threatening or anonymous letters regarding any employee/volunteer, the district or its activities.
29. Insubordination.
30. Use of abusive or threatening language to supervision or peer personnel.
31. Criminal acts, on or off duty, which adversely effect the District or impair the employee's ability to perform his/her job.