STAFF PERSONNEL
Series 400
Administrative Regulation Title: Substance-Free Workplace Code No. 403.6R1
A superintendent who suspects an employee has a substance abuse problems will follow these procedures:
- Identification – The Superintendent will document the evidence the Superintendent has which leads the superintendent to conclude the employee has violated the Substance-Free Workplace policy. After the Superintendent has determined there has been a violation of the Substance-Free Workplace policy, the Superintendent will discuss the problem with the employee.
- Discipline – If, after the discussion with the employee, the Superintendent determines there has been a violation of the Substance-Free Workplace policy, the Superintendent may recommend discipline up to and including termination. Participation in a substance abuse treatment program is voluntary.
- Conviction – If an employee is convicted of a criminal drug or alcohol offense committed, the employee must notify the employer of the conviction within five days of the conviction.
Approved: April 13, 2004
Reviewed: May 14, 2019