Procedures for Written Reprimand. Employees may request a review by the Department Head regarding a written reprimand by submitting a written request within ten (10) days from the date of the written reprimand. The Department Head shall review the employee’s submission, may meet with the employee within ten (10) days of the filing of the request and shall issue written findings within ten (10) days of the review/meeting. The employee shall be entitled to representation, but is not entitled to an evidentiary hearing or to present witnesses. Written reprimands are not subject to the discipline procedures set forth in the below Sections regarding Notice of Intended Discipline, Notice of Discipline, Post-Disciplinary Appeal, or the Grievance Procedure. In the event the written reprimand was issued by the Department Head, the employee may request a review by the Human Resources Director, per the procedure outlined above.
