(A) The policies described in this handbook are intended to apply to all employees of the Town of Sellersburg. The policies and practices will apply unless superseded by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.
(B) We urge you to read this handbook, understanding that the policies and practices it sets forth are important guidelines and rules for your employment. It is not a contract. No one is authorized to represent otherwise. The Town of Sellersburg retains the right, at its sole option and at any time, to deviate totally or partially from the policies, practices, and procedures contained in this handbook. Further, employees are employed “at-will” for an indefinite period. That means that just as employees may leave the employment with the town at any time, the Town of Sellersburg retains the right to end the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, or for no reason.
(C) Any employee benefit plan or program provisions described herein are for convenience only. Benefit plans and programs are governed by the provisions of their formal documents as they exist now or as they may exist in the future. Employees should refer to those documents for specifics.
(D) The guidelines in this handbook will be helpful in familiarizing you with the town. However, this handbook cannot anticipate every situation or answer every question regarding employment.
(E) Human Resources policies and procedures are periodically updated. This chapter is current as of the date of publication and replaces and supersedes all prior employee handbooks. However, changes may have been made which are not reflected in this document. The Town of Sellersburg expressly reserves the right to change, add, delete, and/or modify any or all the provisions of this guide, and/or to change, add, delete, and/or modify any other published or unpublished policies, from time to time, with or without notice. Management staff shall make every effort to keep employees aware of any policy changes.
(F) This chapter applies to all employees of the Town of Sellersburg. If you have any questions regarding this chapter or your employment, please refer them to your immediate supervisor or contact your department head or the Town Council.
(G) Employees under the age of 18 must furnish a work permit to be employed by the town.
(Ord. 2021-OR-031, passed 11-22-21)