Common use of Progressive Steps Clause in Contracts

Progressive Steps. In administering disciplinary matters, progressive steps will be utilized to the greatest extent permitted by individual circumstances, and the level of discipline shall be commensurate with the offense. Progressive steps may be followed except if the discipline is severe, the district may determine it necessary to skip a step or steps. a. Verbal reprimand b. Written Warning c. Written reprimand d. Suspension without pay. Suspension Is Temporary Removal from the Employment of the District without pay for a specified period of time, not to exceed thirty (30) calendar days. e. Involuntary reassignment or demotion: 1) Involuntary demotion is placement in a lower classification. 2) Involuntary reassignment for discipline is a change of assignment whereby an employee is deprived of an incident of classification and/or removed for punitive reasons. f. Dismissal - dismissal is removal from the employment of the district.