What are the steps involved with formal discipline of an employee?
First, the supervisor and division manager gather and evaluate evidence that would support taking formal discipline. Second, the division manager sends a request to the Personnel Director for an investigation into possible formal discipline. If the division manager does not believe that formal discipline is needed, she can proceed with informal discipline (counseling or Notice to Correct Deficiencies). Third, a personnel analyst will conduct an investigation and prepare a report to the Personnel Director recommending appropriate formal discipline, discharge, or that the case be referred back to the division manager for informal discipline or no action. Fourth, the employee will be given a copy of the report and all evidence. The Personnel Director will allow the employee and his representative an opportunity to provide information that may influence the Personnel Directors recommendation to the General Manager (Skelly). Fifth, the Personnel Director will either recommend formal discipl
