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SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION <br />1.1 How to use this Personnel Policy <br />This personnel policy is provided as a reference and as a summary of the city of Ramsey's <br />personnel policies, work rules, and benefits. It replaces, revokes, and supersedes any previous <br />personnel policies, interpretations, or practices, and is only valid until amended or replaced by the <br />City Council. Accordingly, you will find it to your advantage to read the entire personnel policy <br />promptly so that you will have a complete understanding of the material covered. <br />The purpose of this personnel policy is to provide for a safe, orderly, and disciplined employment <br />environment. This policy will promote knowledge of what is expected of personnel generally, <br />which should result in a greater degree of self-assurance in all positions. In relationships between <br />positions it should be each City employee's individual aim to build mutual respect and confidence <br />which is essential to local government service. <br />Any local, state, or federal laws that impose stricter requirements or regulations shall be used in <br />lieu of policies or procedures outlined in this personnel policy, whenever they apply. <br />Additional information or clarification as to each section of this personnel policy may be obtained <br />from your supervisor, Department Head or the Human Resources Manager. The text of this policy, <br />however takes precedence over and controls any inconsistent communication from any City <br />employee or elected official. <br />This personnel policy summarizes the various policies and benefits currently provided by the city <br />of Ramsey. Nothing contained in this personnel policy or in any other City document, and nothing <br />said or done by a City employee, may be construed as an employment contract between the City <br />and an employee, a guarantee of continued employment, or terms and conditions of employment. <br />The City and the employee both have the right to terminate the employment relationship at any <br />time. Except as modified by an individual contract or a collective bargaining agreement, all <br />employment with the City is "at -will" employment. <br />The City reserves the right to modify, revoke, suspend, or change this personnel policy, in whole or <br />in part, at any time, with or without notice, at the City Council's sole discretion. <br />1.2 Scope of Policy <br />This personnel policy generally applies to all City employees, including probationary employees, <br />elected officials, and appointed officials. Certain provisions of this policy may be inapplicable to <br />the following individuals: <br />1) Elective officials; <br />2) Appointed personnel; i.e. City Attorney and Health Officer; <br />3) Members of City boards, commissions, and committees; <br />4) Paid -on -call Firefighters and volunteer personnel; <br />5) Emergency employees who are employed for emergency work caused by natural disaster; <br />6) Other employees working temporarily, less than 14 hours per week. <br />51Page <br />