DISCIPLINE AND DISCHARGE OF EMPLOYEES. Section 12.1. The District shall have the right to discipline or discharge an employee for just cause. The issue of just cause shall be resolved in accordance with the grievance procedure hereinafter provided. The District will follow a practice of progressive discipline which would normally include documented verbal warnings, written reprimands, and suspension where appropriate prior to termination. Progressive discipline practices will not apply where the precipitating behavior warrants immediate suspension or termination. Upon request, an employee may have a representative of the Union present during any disciplinary action. When a request for such representation is made and a Union representative is not available, any disciplinary action will be postponed for a maximum of two (2) workdays to afford an opportunity for a Union representative to be present. If the District has reason to reprimand an employee, it shall be done in a manner, which will not embarrass the employee before other employees or the public. Investigations shall be completed in a timely manner.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
