Administration Employment Policies and Guidelines

It is the policy, as part of its hiring procedures, to conduct job-related background checks for all positions on finalist(s) for which an offer is to be made.

The Electronic Signature Policy establishes electronic signature (e-signatures) standards at the Department of Administration (Admin).

Dept. of Administration adheres to the State policy: Harassment and Discrimination Prohibited.  Admin Employees who wish to report an incident: please visit the employee intranet site for HR contact information.

Dept. of Administration adheres to the State policy: Prohibition of Sexual Harassment. Admin Employees who wish to report an incident: please visit the employee intranet site for HR contact information.

The Department of Administration's Reasonable Accommodations Policy applies to all departmental employees with disabilities and to any job applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the hiring process.

Service awards are given for length of service to the State. This policy is intended to maintain a consistent practice for the Department of Administration in the type and amount of these awards.

There will be no smoking in state buildings, loading docks, handicap access ramps, or at front entrances to buildings. Smoking is prohibited at public entrances and public access areas. Smoking is prohibited in the Department of Administration's state-owned or leased vehicles.

This policy provides the Department of Administration’s (Admin) standards and expectations for agency and employee social media use, aligning with HR/LR Policy #1423 (Appropriate Use of Electronic Communication and Technology).

The Department of Administration (ADMIN) supports the practice of telecommuting when it benefits the agency, promotes reduction in employee commute time and distance, and allows more employee flexibility. Positions appropriate for telecommuting are designated by division directors and it is their discretion whether or not an employee telecommutes.

Tuition/Education reimbursement and/or release time is provided to employees who voluntarily undertake and successfully complete education programs relevant to their current work or projected work responsibilities. The purpose of the program is to allow employees an opportunity to further their education and develop and improve their skills for the workplace.

It is the policy of the Department of Administration and the responsibility of its managers, supervisors and employees to maintain a workplace free from threats and acts of violence.  This is outlined in the Zero Tolerance of Violence policy.