I have heard another disciplinary term that needs explanation. What is a Last Chance Agreement?
As the terms suggest, in some rare cases the Personnel Director will approve a contract with an employee who would otherwise be recommended for discharge. The contract between the department and the employee provides that the employee will not be discharged if she fulfills the terms of the contract for the contract period. For example, an employee up for discharge may be offered a contract for 18 months during which time she must not commit any similar infractions and meet other very strict conditions. If she is successful in meeting the terms of the contract, the Personnel Director may recommend a suspension (even a disciplinary pay status) to the General Manager. If the employee violates any of the terms of the contract she will be discharged for violation of the Last Chance Agreement.
