Perf-Based Stds, Adult Corr. Inst. 5th ed March 2021

Performance Standard 1C: Personnel

5-ACI-1C-09 (Ref. 4-4056)

Written policy, procedure, and practice prohibit sexual harassment.

Comment : Facility administrators should have as their objective the creation of a workplace that is free from all forms of discrimination, including sexual ha- rassment. Facility policy clearly indicates that sexual harassment, either explicit or implicit, is strictly prohibited. Employees and agents of the facility, including volunteers, contractors, and vendors, must be advised that they are subject to dis- ciplinary action, including dismissal and termination of contracts and/or services, if found guilty of sexual harassment charges brought by employees or inmates.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Code of Ethics. Acknowledgement form.

Process Indicators : Staff records. Interviews. Completed form.

Selection and Promotion 5-ACI-1C-10 (Ref. 4-4057)

Written policy, procedure, and practice provide that all personnel are select- ed, retained, and promoted on the basis of merit and specified qualifications. New employees receive credit for their prior training.

Comment : None.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Personnel policies. Job descriptions.

Process Indicators : Personnel records. Documentation of qualifications.

5-ACI-1C-11 (Ref. 4-4058)

Written policy, procedure, and practice provide for lateral entry as well as promotion from within the institution.

Comment : Anyone with the required education, experience, and background should be eligible for consideration for a position at the level at which he or she is qualified. Provisions for lateral entry enable the institution to obtain the best qualified persons for positions even though the institution’s personnel policies may emphasize promotion from within.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Personnel policies.

Process Indicators : Personnel records. Documentation of promotion.

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