The guiding policy relating to conditions of work and personal conduct is that the quality of work and the atmosphere in which it is done, should be consistent with the reputation of KSU as a leading educational institution. An employee's conduct while working for or representing the University, or when on University premises, should meet acceptable standards of the community and show respect for the law and the rights of others.
To provide a safe and productive work environment while adhering to professional standards of behavior that foster and promote order, respect and dignity of co-workers and visitors.
All employees and visitors of Kentucky State University.
Violations of established work rules under this policy may result in disciplinary action and/or termination as determined by the employee's supervisor and approved by the President.
Violation or proposed work rules may result in discipline, up to and including termination.
An important indicator of performance and essential function of all University positions of employment is consistent attendance and punctuality. An employee is expected to be at the work area during prescribed scheduled work hours. If employees are sick or injured and cannot come to work, they are expected to follow departmental procedures in reporting the absence directly to their supervisor before they are scheduled to report to work. Absences or tardiness, which necessarily affect the performance of one's duties, may lead to discipline, up to and including termination.
KSU employees may become aware of confidential data based on the nature of work, no breaches of security measures, privileged information, or of confidential business relationships will be tolerated.