USAFEI36-702 — Conduct And Discipline, Non-us Citizen Employees

USAFEI36-702 governs conduct, discipline, and corrective and disciplinary actions for non-U.S. citizen employees in Germany.

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  • Publication number: USAFEI36-702
  • Title: CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE, NON-US CITIZEN EMPLOYEES
  • Date: 2016-02-11

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It establishes principles for employee conduct, work morale, labor-management relations, investigations, warnings, separation, and appeals. It requires prompt, fair, and equitable action, coordination with the Civilian Personnel Flight, and works council participation when required.

Topics covered

  • Employee conduct standards
  • Corrective actions
  • Disciplinary actions
  • Infractions investigations
  • Separation notices
  • Works council participation
  • Letters of warning
  • Employee appeals

Questions and answers

When must a supervisor investigate an alleged violation before taking action?

Before initiating a corrective or disciplinary action, the immediate supervisor will thoroughly and objectively investigate alleged violations or offenses. (paragraph 3)

What must an investigation of an alleged offense include?

Investigations will, unless prohibited by circumstances of an individual case, include a discussion with concerned employees to obtain their explanations. (paragraph 3)

When should a supervisor determine the reason for an unexcused absence?

In case of unexcused absence from work, the immediate supervisor should take appropriate action to determine the reason for the employee's absence not later than the 3rd workday after the last day of active duty. (paragraph 3)

What is the purpose of corrective action?

The objective of a corrective action, as opposed to a disciplinary action, is to correct attitudinal problems and misconduct, not to punish or penalize. (paragraph 5)

What coordination is required for letters of warning and separation?

Supervisors will obtain coordination from the servicing CPF on all letters of warning and separation prior to delivery to the employee. (paragraph 1)

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