Any probationary fire fighter may be terminated from employment at any time during his one-year probationary period of employment or extended probation at the discretion of the Fire Chief, with approval of the City Manager and the Board of Commissioners, for any valid reason, including, but not limited to the following:
(A) Inability to perform duties in a progressive manner.
(B) Physical or emotional incapacity.
(C) Inability to assimilate education and training.
(D) Conduct unbecoming a firefighter.
(E) Public drunkenness by alcohol or any other type of intoxicant, on or off duty.
(F) Improper or illegal use of vehicle or equipment.
(G) Insubordination.
(H) Negligence or incompetence.
(I) Any reason which demonstrates member’s undesirable character or lack of integrity.
(J) Any other reason, which reflects negatively or with dishonor on the City of Ashland or its Department of Fire.
(Ord. 37, 2023, passed 4-27-2023)