Governs how acting appointments and special assignments are made when employees temporarily assume higher-level roles.
HR & personnel — Bathurst, New Brunswick
Workplace, hiring, and harassment policies.
City of Bathurst has 18 adopted policies on file, verified against the original documents on 2026-06-07.
Establishes the City's expectations regarding alcohol and drug use by employees, including testing, accommodation, and disciplinary provisions.
Establishes the City's Employee Assistance Program, providing confidential support services for employees facing personal or work-related issues.
Sets out the process, frequency, and criteria for performance evaluations of City employees.
Establishes conditions, approval process, and limits for employees taking extended unpaid leave from the City.
Establishes the City's hiring process, including posting requirements, selection criteria, and approval authorities.
Governs approval and expense rules for staff and councillors attending conferences, professional development, and City-related social events.
Establishes the City's commitment to a respectful, harassment-free workplace and outlines complaint and investigation procedures.
Establishes the City's process for accommodating employees returning to work after illness or injury, including modified duties.
Establishes a scent-reduced workplace policy for City employees and visitors to accommodate employees with sensitivities.
Prohibits smoking in City workplaces and sets designated smoking areas and enforcement provisions.
Sets the City's approach to staff training and professional development, including eligibility, funding, and approval.
Governs the accrual, approval, and use of time-in-lieu compensation for management-level employees of the City.
Establishes allowable travel expenses, approval requirements, and reimbursement rates for City employees and elected officials.
Sets uniform standards and issuance procedures for City of Bathurst protective services (police, fire) personnel.
Establishes how the City recognizes and acknowledges volunteer contributions to municipal programs and services.
Commits the City of Bathurst to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging workplace for all employees.
Establishes a workplace wellness program for City employees promoting physical and mental health initiatives.