If the Superintendent suspects an employee has a substance abuse problem, he/she shall follow these procedures:
- Identification - The Superintendent shall document the evidence which leads him/her to conclude the employee has violated the Substance-Free Workplace policy. After the Superintendent has determined there has been a violation of the Substance-Free Workplace policy, he/she shall discuss the problem with the employee.
- Discipline - If, after the discussion with the employee, the Superintendent determines there has been a violation of the Substance-Free Workplace policy, the Superintendent may recommend discipline up to and including termination or may recommend the employee seek substance abuse treatment. Participation in a substance abuse treatment program is voluntary.
- Failure to participate in referral – If the employee refuses to participate in a substance abuse treatment program or if the employee does not successfully complete a substance abuse treatment program, the employee may be subject to discipline up to and including termination.
- Conviction - If an employee is convicted of a criminal drug offense committed in the workplace, the employee must notify the employer of the conviction within five days of the conviction.