(A) Termination of employment is an inevitable part of personnel activity within any organization, and many of the reasons for termination are routine. Below are examples of some of the most common circumstances under which employment is terminated:
(1) Resignation. Voluntary employment termination initiated by an employee.
(2) Discharge. Involuntary employment termination initiated by the organization.
(3) Layoff. Involuntary employment termination initiated by the organization for non-disciplinary reasons.
(4) Retirement. Voluntary employment termination initiated by the employee meeting age, length of service, and any other criteria for retirement from the organization.
(B) Since employment with the town is based on mutual consent, both the employee and the town have the right to terminate the employment-at-will relationship, with or without cause. The town may schedule exit interviews at the time of employment termination. The exit interview will afford an opportunity to discuss such issues as employee benefits, conversion privileges, and repayment of outstanding debts to the town. Suggestions, complaints, and questions may also be voiced.
(C) Employee benefits will be affected by employment termination in the following manner: All earned, vested benefits that are due and payable at termination will be paid according to policy. Some benefits may be continued at the employee’s expense if the employee so chooses. The employee will be notified in writing of the benefits that may be continued and of the terms, conditions, and limitations of such continuance.
(Ord. 2020-26, passed 1-12-21)