The Fire Chief. may reprimand any employee for cause. Such reprimand shall be in writing and addressed and presented to the employee who will initial receipt. A signed copy shall be delivered to the Human Resources Department for inclusion in the employee's personnel file. The employee may submit an explanation or rebuttal. Reprimands may not be appealed to the Personnel Board or arbitration. Written reprimands and rebuttals or explanations thereof shall be removed from an employee's personnel file, including such files within the Department, one year after the filing thereof, provided there is a written request for removal from the affected employee. All reprimands which are purged will be maintained in a confidential file. The information maintained in such a file shall not be used to evaluate disciplinary action or be considered for eligibility for promotions, special positions or training opportunities, but may be used for the purpose of responding to appropriate record requests. Any materials removed from a Fire Department file, which are required to be maintained by the records retention requirements established by the Nebraska Secretary of State shall also be maintained in said confidential file.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
