The following policies were approved October 1, 2020 by the Board of Supervisors:

Human Resources Policy D “Classification & Compensation” addresses anniversary date of a “per needed” (PRN) temporary staff member to a part-time or full-time position and the impact on their step increases and performance evaluation dates.

Human Resources Policy W “Emergency Closure of County Buildings” is a new policy drafted in response to the unprecedented event associated with the August derecho, requiring the administration center to be closed for 3 business days. The new policy addresses the established practice as it relates to inclement weather events and the impact of the County’s COOP/COG plan on any future building closures. In the most recent derecho event there was no way to predict the length of the power outage, some events may provide predictability, but managers remain on notice to institute alternate service models. The policy caps the amount of pay related to the unforeseen closure at 24 hours but provides the Board the ability to alter in unusual circumstances.

General Policy 14 “Use of County Owned Facilities” deletes non-existent groups and removes language that has been moved to the new policy on Key & Access Control.

General Policy 45 “Key and Access Control” is a new policy that has been recommended following the building security audit. The policy addresses the issuance of keys and access cards for county buildings or those of agencies we serve. The policy establishes a replacement fee schedule. Additionally it addresses security measures to be taken if keys or access cards are lost or stolen.

If you have any questions let HR or your supervisor know. The full text of the policy can be viewed at: https://www.scottcountyiowa.com/hr/policies