Employee Manual 2023 - Flipbook - Page 5
I. EMPLOYMENT POLICIES
The personnel policies, procedures rules and regulations contained in this manual apply to all
full-time, part-time, temporary/seasonal, probationary contract employees, as well as elected
or appointed officials, volunteers and, unless otherwise stipulated, become effective
immediately. Existing written contracts or labor agreements take precedence over these
personnel rules and regulations only when a conflict exists.
Employment with the City of Plymouth is considered at-will. This means that employment may
be terminated, at any time, for any reason, and with or without cause.
The City reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to amend the contents of this manual at any
time. No amendment or exception to the at-will employment policy set forth above can be
made at any time, for any reason, except by the city manager and it must be in writing, entitled
"Employment Agreement", directed to the employee, and signed by the Manager and
employee. Amendments to any other part of this manual obligating the City or imposing
changes on the City can be made only by resolution of the City Commission or administrative
memorandum from the city manager. Any changes must be in writing and issued by the city
manager. No other employee, representative or agent of the City has the authority to amend,
alter or change the policies set forth in this manual or to enter into any agreement concerning
the terms and conditions of your employment at the City. Written amendments will be issued
directly to employees or posted on the bulletin board.
This manual contains a summary of the benefits provided to employees. Some of these benefits
may be subject to legal requirements concerning reporting and disclosure. Complete details on
the benefit plans are contained in the summary plan description and official plan documents for
the respective plans. In case of any discrepancy, the official plan documents take precedence.
Changes in the law may affect the benefits programs described in this manual. The provisions of
this manual do not establish contractual rights between the City and any of its employees.
Benefits and wage rates are subject to change at the sole discretion of the City. The City, at its
discretion, reserves the right to add to, modify, amend, alter, reduce or eliminate any or all of
the benefits described in this manual or which may otherwise be provided.
Application of Policies:
These policies apply to all of the City’s employees unless otherwise specifically provided for in
this manual or by other employment contracts, collective bargaining agreements and/or
insurance plan documents. When a conflict exists, existing written contracts or labor
agreements shall take precedence and supersede the policy to the extent they are in conflict.
Distribution:
A copy of this manual will be provided to each employee of the City of Plymouth. Each
employee receiving a copy of this manual will be required to sign an acknowledgment certifying
their receipt, review and understanding of the policies and procedures contained in the manual
and agreement to comply with same. Any employee, whether current or new, who does not
sign the acknowledgment form is subject to disciplinary action.
City of Plymouth Employee manual - Page 5 – March 2023
