Chapter One Introduction Sample Clauses

Chapter One Introduction. Policies are defined as the basic rules which guide administrative action to accomplish the organization’s objectives. Well thought out policies which are consistently and fairly administered have contributed greatly to the success of many organizations. This manual contains the policies and procedures set forth for the employees of the City of Alliance, Ohio. The policies have been written for the intended use of the City’s administrative group, department heads, and other supervisory personnel. All personnel charged with the responsibility of administering policy must be thoroughly knowledgeable of the contents of this manual. It is important that policy be administered in a systematic, fair, and impartial manner. Undoubtedly, there will be situations which will require administrative decisions. Every effort must be made to ensure that such decisions are made fairly and impartially, with the general intent of the policy in mind. All circumstances cannot be foreseen. It is important that, as changes occur in this manual (i.e., additions, deletions, revisions, etc.), these changes be communicated properly to all affected employees. All such changes shall be dated, and copies shall be made and issued to all manual holders. This policy manual is a guide to be utilized by management personnel to ensure uniformity and non-discriminatory application of the conditions of employment. This manual is not, however, an expressed or implied employment contract, and no representative of the City has the authority to enter into an agreement with an employee that is contrary to the foregoing. In addition to the policies and procedures herein, each department may have operational rules or policies in writing or in practice which are unique to that department and are not covered in this manual so long as those policies are approved by the Appointing Authority. Employees are responsible for complying with departmental rules or policies as well as those defined herein. If there is a perceived conflict between any departmental rule or policy and the policies and procedures described herein, the Mayor or other appointing authority shall make the final determination regarding the interpretation and application of any rules or policies perceived to be in conflict. In accordance with the language and intent of Section 4117.10 (A) of the Ohio Revised Code, the provisions of any collective bargaining agreement supersede any policies or state and local laws or ordinances governing w...