HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-609 Introductory Period of EmploymentCITY OF MERIDIAN RESOLUTION NO. 08- ~~
BY THE CITY COUNCIL: BIRD, BORTON, ROUNTREE, ZAREMBA
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MERIDIAN TO AMEND THE CITY OF MERIDIAN STANDARD OPERATING POLICY
AND PROCEDURE MANUAL REGARDING 2.8 INTRODUCTORY PERIOD OF
EMPLOYMENT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF MERIDIAN, IDAHO
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council have authority over the operations, polices, and
procedures for the City of Meridian;
WHEREAS the City has previously approved a Standard Operating Policy and Procedures
Manual in 2002 for application to all employees of the City;
WHEREAS the City Council may amend the Manual from time to time as necessary to
incorporate changes as needed;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MERIDIAN, IDAHO AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City of Meridian Standard Operating Policies and Procedures Manual is
hereby amended for policy 2.8, Introductory Period of Employment; a copy of said policy is
attached and incorporated by reference as Exhibit "A".
SECTION 2. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect upon adoption and approval.
ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Meridian, Idaho, this Zd~day of
1 I , 2008.
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AP OVED by the Mayor of the City of Meridian, Idaho, this 2~ day of
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APPROVED:
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Mayor Ta ~e~,~j~erd
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Jaycee . Holman, City Clerk ' _
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CITY OF MERIDIAN
STANDARD OPERATING POLICY AND PROCEDURE
NUMBER 2.8
SUBJECT: INTRODUCTORY PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT
PURPOSE: To provide new employees with an understanding as to employment
responsibilities and expectations regarding employment status.
POLICY: Each new employee, whether full-time or part-time, hired shall serve an
introductory period of employment for six (6) months, or one (1) year for
Police or Fire personnel. The Citv of Meridian is an at-will emplover.
AUTHORITY & RESPONSIBILITY: Human Resources shall communicate this
policy to new employees during their initial orientation. Supervisors are
expected to set clear expectations for employees, and to work with them
closely during the introductory period to ensure proper learning and
training take place. Supervisors are also expected to provide appropriate
feedback and learning opportunities so as to appropriately train new
employees and assess their ability to perform related job duties.
PROCEDURES AND RELATED INFORMATION
Every new regular full-time or part-time employee serve an introductory period of
employment of six (6) months, or one (1) year for Police or Fire employees.
II. The introductory period is used to determine whether the employee is suited for
the position, qualified and capable of performing the work and can meet the job
standards. If at anv time durin~ this neriod it is determined bv the employee's
supervisor and the Department Director that the emplo e~performance is not
meetin~the appropriate expectations of the Citv or the Department the emplovee
may be terminated. The Department shall seek ~uidance and direction for this
decision from Human Resources prior to a final decision being made and
communicated to the employee.
III. After completion of the introductory period, new employees should be given a
performance evaluation as provided for in the performance appraisal policy. If the
performance of the employee has been unsatisfactory the City reserves the right to
sever the at-will employment relationship or extend the introductory period for up
to an additional 90 days. The introductory period may be extended by the
department director with approval of the Human Resources Director, and with
written notice to the employee.
IV. Following the introductory period, employees shall be considered "regular
employees." Completion of the introductory period is not a guarantee of
continued employment with the City of Meridian nor does it alter the at-will
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status. It simply provides a benchmark for employees and supervisors to achieve
and assess the employee's long term viability to perform the necessary functions
of the position. Completion of the Introductory Period may not result in a
wage/salary review.
V. If an employee is terminated during the Introductory Period of Employment they
are not entitled to the Termination or Disciplinary Action Procedure as defined in
Chapter 8 of this manual.
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