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Playing by the Rules: Creating an Effective
Volunteer Handbook




                                  Jennifer Bennett @JenBennettCVA
                                  CVA, Senior Manager, Education & Training

Jennifer Bennett, CVA, Senior Manager, Education & @ItsMattWallace
                                   Matt Wallace Training
                                  Senior Associate, Nonprofit Relations



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Agenda
• Why Handbooks are important

• What goes into a Handbook?
   • Sections and Components

• Getting buy-in for policies

• Enforcing the policies

• Putting Handbooks to use in your program

• Evaluating your current Handbook
                                             2
Why Handbooks Are Important
• Set the stage for volunteer engagement
  • Help volunteers and paid staff understand how they
    work together
• Share your philosophy or goals
  • With volunteers

  • With paid staff
• Create a single set of rules
  • Base the volunteer handbook on employee handbook
• Living document - Update as program changes
                                                         3
What Goes into a Handbook?
Things you want a volunteer to know as part of
  your organization
  Things to know early on, or before volunteers start.
• Information on the Organization
  • Mission, vision, values

  • Philosophy of volunteer engagement

  • Welcome letter, history of organization

  • Information on clients, programs, funding

  • Organization structure chart, Staff Directory

  • Benefits of volunteering

                                                         4
What Goes into a Handbook?
Things everyone needs to know as part of your
  organization
  May exist in employee handbook, work with HR to
   identify/outline
• Guidelines for Participation
  • Building or facility policies - smoking, pets, etc.

  • Policies for a safe work place - ADA, discrimination/harassment,
    reporting accidents, emergency procedures

  • Policies for understanding org culture - parking, break room
    etiquette, dress code

  • General codes of conduct, cultural statements

                                                                       5
What Goes into a Handbook?
Things volunteers need to know.
  Policies specifically for volunteers. May also include
   position specific information.
• Volunteer specific policies or procedures
  • Volunteer code or conduct, Ethics of volunteering

  • Actions volunteers must take - recording hours, finding
    substitutes, completing background checks

  • Policies for all volunteers - speaking with the media, representing
    the organization, IP and real property

  • Training requirements or pathways

  • Policies for specific positions - front desk, client interaction

                                                                          6
What Goes into a Handbook?
What to do when things go wrong.
  Base these on existing organization policies. Work to
   ensure volunteer buy-in.
• Problem solving and disciplinary procedures
  • Conflicts between volunteers, between volunteers and clients,
    volunteers and staff

  • Include what volunteers should do if they have a conflict with you

  • What policies must be followed/can’t be broken

  • Outline process for dismissal for policy violations - warnings,
    recourse for volunteers

  • Include termination procedures
                                                                         7
Getting Buy-In
• Engage volunteers in the process of developing
  handbook and policies
  • Allow volunteers to define their own code of conduct

  • Include volunteers in the enforcement or monitoring of
    policies
• Help the organization understand what these
  policies mean
  • Dependability/reliability of volunteers

  • What employees should do if they have conflicts with
    volunteers

                                                             8
Getting Buy-In
• Present information at the right time
  • Introduce ideas when volunteers are receptive

  • Visit important policies more than once

  • Include key policies in more than one way in more than
    one place
• Document the understanding and the
  responsibility
  • Acknowledgement Form

  • Ongoing updates, trainings, and discussions of policies
    and procedures
                                                              9
Enforcing the Policies
• Include the enforcement plan in the handbook
  • Everyone knows the rules and reference the policies
• Be prepared to follow through
  • Policies are only effective if they are enforced
• Don’t be the only policeman
  • Create leadership positions for volunteers

  • Engage volunteers in the planning, writing and training

  • Empower volunteers to enforce and monitor their own
    community


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Put the Handbook to Use
• It’s a living document
   • Keep paid and volunteer staff engaged with ongoing
     updates or changes

• Use it to create orientations, position
  descriptions, trainings
• Modify sections for different programs/needs
   • Create one-pagers for episodic roles

   • Pull sections on intellectual property to include in pro bono
     consultant agreements

                                                                     11
Evaluating your Handbook
• What can you start with?
  • Employee handbook, HR policies and procedures
• What needs to be added?
  • Develop policies or procedures to address probable
    situations
• Don’t work alone.
  • Work with volunteers and paid staff to evaluate what you
    have, determine what needs to be included, and to write,
    train on, and enforce the new policies

  • Recruit an HR profession to help
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Resources
Learning Center
Find upcoming webinar dates, how-to videos and more

http://www.volunteermatch.org/nonprofits/learningcenter/
VolunteerMatch Community
Ask and answer questions after the webinar – use keywords Volunteer Handbook

http://community.volunteermatch.org/volunteer
Related Webinar Topics:
•Walking the Walk: Engage Volunteers in your Volunteer Engagement Program
•Creating a Comprehensive and Engaging Volunteer Training Program
•Successful Volunteer Interview Strategies



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For any questions contact:
Jennifer Bennett
 (415) 321-3639
@JenBennettCVA
jbennett@volunteermatch.org



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Volunteer Information Handbook




This handbook is intended as a sample document only. Please refer to your organization’s
specific policies and procedures for content.
Table of Contents

About the Handbook…………………………………………………………………..                                         3
Policies and Procedures……………………………………………………………….                                      3
Attendance and Absenteeism………………………………………………………...                                    3
Ending Your Volunteer Service...............................………………………………….            4
Problem Solving Procedure…………………………………………………………...                                    5
Confidentiality Agreement……………………………………………………………                                      6
Policy Against Harassment…………………………………………………………...                                    6
Smoking………………………………………………………………………………...                                              6
Pets……………………………………………………………………………………..                                                7
Solicitation……………………………………………………………………………...                                          7
Substance Abuse……………………………………………………………………...                                          7
Privacy in General……………………………………………………………………..                                        7
Email and Voicemail Usage…………………………………………………………..                                     7
Useful Information…………………………………………………………………….                                         8
Holiday Schedule………………………………………………………………………                                           8
Appendices
Handbook Receipt Acknowledgement
Non-Disclosure Agreement




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Thank you for volunteering with the Library!

About the Library
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About the Handbook
This handbook is designed to introduce you to the Library and to provide a basic overview of
the policies and procedures which provide all of us – paid and volunteer staff – with guidance
and direction. Much of the information contained here is identical to the information contained
in our Employee Information Handbook. As a volunteer staff member we extend to you many of
the same rights as paid staff with regards to the work environment, necessary job training,
supervision, evaluation, and recognition.

In return we expect you to honor your commitments to the Library, respect other staff
members – both paid and volunteer - and perform your assigned duties to the best of your
abilities.

As our organization grows and changes, there will be a need to modify the policies, practices
and other information described in this Handbook. When such changes occur, you will be
notified by an announcement or update. It is your responsibility to keep your handbook current
and to be informed about policies and changes that affect you.

If you have any questions or need any clarification of the information contained in this
handbook please contact the Volunteer Program Manager.


POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Attendance and Absenteeism
As a volunteer staff member we depend on you to complete your scheduled shifts. We do
understand that from time to time certain situations may arise that prevent you from doing so.
Please alert the Volunteer Program Manager of any scheduled absences – such as vacation – as
far in advance as possible so that an appropriate substitute may be found. In the event of an
unscheduled absence – illness or emergency – please alert the Volunteer Program Manager as




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soon as possible, preferably before your scheduled shift begins. If absenteeism becomes
excessive your volunteer relationship with the Library will be reevaluated.

Reviews or Progress Reports
Many volunteers consider volunteer work as a transition path to nonprofit employment, or as a
great way to develop new professional skills. If you are interested in pursuing this course the
Volunteer Program Manager will help you establish goals, and will provide progress reports or a
review as requested.

Volunteer Personnel Files
Your personnel files are confidential and consist of written documents retained by the Volunteer
Program Manager. The volunteer’s personnel file can be only reviewed by the volunteer, the
President, the Chief Operating Officer (COO), and the Volunteer Program Manager.

This file contains basic contact information and records about your volunteer service with the
Library.

Representing the Organization
Volunteers are only authorized to act as a representative of the Organization if specifically
tasked with this responsibility in your volunteer job description. Please consult with, and receive
permission from, the Volunteer Program Manager before engaging in any actions which may
affect or hold the organization liable including but not limited to, public statements to the press,
signing contracts or entering into financial agreements, or lobbying or forming partnerships with
other organizations.


Ending Your Volunteer Service
You may resign from your volunteer service with the Organization at any time. We request that
you notify the Volunteer Program Manager ideally two weeks prior to your departure and
request that you complete the Exit Interview process.


Disciplinary Practices
The following guidelines may be used in some instances at the sole discretion of the Library:

Step   1:         Oral warning with documentation in the individual’s personnel file.
Step   2:         Written warning to individual and copy to personnel file.
Step   3:         Written warning with suspension – documentation to personnel file.
Step   4:         Termination/Dismissal

These guidelines are based on cumulative infractions, regardless of whether the infraction is of
the same general nature as a previous warning.




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The use of these disciplinary practices in no way alters the fact that your volunteering with the
Library is “at-will”.

Problem Solving Procedure
When a group of people work and volunteer together, problems may arise. It is important to all
of us that such problems are solved as quickly as possible. Occasionally, however, it may be
necessary to investigate certain problems in greater detail. Our problem-solving procedure
provides you with the opportunity to have a review of any problem, dispute, or
misunderstanding that arise during in the course of your volunteering.

Step 1:         You may submit a problem in writing to the Volunteer Program Manager within
three (3) working days after the problem becomes known to you, He/she is interested in the
solution of any The Library problem you, as a member of the team, may have. He/she will
attempt to resolve your problem at this initial meeting. If unable to reach a mutually agreed
upon settlement, the Volunteer Program Manager will investigate the situation further, and
within three (3) working days, meet you to give his/her final answer in writing. If you are sill
not satisfied, then you may request a Step 2 meeting.

Step 2:        This step consists of submitting, in writing, the problem to the COO within three
(3) working days of receiving the Step One response. The COO will schedule a meeting with
you and the Volunteer Manager as soon as practicable. At this meeting the COO will attempt to
resolve the problem, if he/she is unable to do so, he/she will provide you with a written
resolution within three (3) working days. This will be the final determination.

Dismissal
Dismissal of a volunteer is a serious consideration. Before a volunteer is dismissed attempts to
reconcile the solution will be made including a meeting between staff and volunteer(s) involved,
the Volunteer Program Manager, and, if appropriate, the COO. Dismissal of a volunteer may
take place if a volunteer is unreliable, irresponsible, disruptive, demonstrates inappropriate
behavior, or fails to adhere to the policies and procedures of the Library.

Exit Interview and Exit Checklist Process
We encourage all volunteers to participate in an exit interview before leaving the Organization,
regardless of your reason for leaving. You may also request a letter of reference or referral at
this time.

The exit interview is your opportunity to communicate your views about the position, your
department, management, the operations of the company, and any other relevant information
you feel it is important for us to know.

The appropriate persons will contact you to arrange an exit interview and an exit checklist
meeting.




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Termination procedures are only guidelines and do not constitute a legal contract between the
Library and the volunteer, as arrangement is by mutual consent.

Confidentiality Agreement
Due to the nature of the work you may be doing as a Library volunteer, you will be asked to
sign a confidentiality agreement. We expect you to abide by the Library’s rules and regulations,
and by signing this document you acknowledge that you agree to refrain from the unauthorized
use or disclosure of any proprietary information.

Policy Against Harassment
The Library is committed to maintaining a work environment free of unlawful harassment. The
Library policy prohibits harassment based on sex (including sexual harassment, gender
harassment and harassment due to pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions) and
harassment based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental
disability, medical condition, marital status, age, sexual orientation or any other status
protected by federal or state law or local ordinance or regulation. All such harassment is
unlawful. The Library’s policy applies to all persons involved in the operation of the Library
(both employees and volunteers) and prohibits unlawful harassment by any volunteer/employee
of the Library including supervisors and co-workers.

Examples of sexual harassment may include, but are not limited to:
      • Physical, unwelcome touching;
      • Verbal conduct such as epithets, derogatory jokes or comments, slurs, or unwanted
          sexual advances, invitations or comments;
      • Visual conduct such as derogatory and/or sexually oriented posters, photography,
          cartoons, drawings or gestures;
      • Threats and demands to submit to sexual requests as a condition of continued
          employment, or to avoid some other loss, and offers of employment benefits in
          return for sexual favors;
      • Inappropriate conduct or comments consistently targeted at only one gender, even if
          the content is not sexual;
      • Retaliation for having reported or threatened to report sexual harassment.

This behavior is unacceptable in the workplace itself and in other work-related settings such as
business trips and business-related social events.

Smoking
In response to state and local laws and building code, smoking is not permitted in our office.
This includes private offices and other common areas.




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Pets
Pets (dogs, cats, reptiles, birds, and any other type of live animal), although beloved, are not
allowed in the workplace due to building regulations. This rule does not apply to service
animals.

Solicitation
Solicitation by non-staff members for any reason on company property is not allowed.
Employees/volunteers may solicit or distribute literature for various groups, organizations for
reasons including charitable ones.

Substance Abuse
The possession, use or sale of illegal drugs is never acceptable in our business environment.
Also, the abuse of prescription and over-the-counter drugs and alcohol can compromise your
job performance and conduct.

We recognize that substance abuse can be successfully treated. Seeking help or assistance is
not considered grounds for discipline, but refusal to get help in certain
circumstances may be. It is your responsibility to get professional help to improve your
performance or conduct.

Privacy in General
Whatever you put on a Library computer, including email you send and receive, and software
you install, could have been seen/read by someone other than yourself or your intended
receiver. Emails and anything else generated or stored on the Library computers are company
property.

Email and Voicemail Usage
The Library email system is intended for business use. Personal correspondence should not be
abused. Like email, voicemail can be listened to by someone other than yourself or your
intended receiver. Anything you put or receive on the Library voicemail is also company
property.




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USEFUL INFORMATION
We’ve included some useful information about the Library and our location.

Holiday Schedule
The Library office will be closed for the following scheduled holidays for 2009:

Jan 1, Thursday                       New Year's Day
Jan 19, Monday                        Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday
Feb 16, Monday                        Washington's Birthday
May 25, Monday                        Memorial Day
July 3, Friday                        Independence Day
Sept 7, Monday                        Labor Day
Nov 26-27, Thurs/Fri                  Thanksgiving weekend
Dec 24, Thursday                      Christmas Eve
Dec 25, Friday                        Christmas Day


Contact Information

Volunteer Program Manager
Phone
Email




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Playing by the Rules: Creating an Effective Volunteer Handbook

  • 1. Playing by the Rules: Creating an Effective Volunteer Handbook Jennifer Bennett @JenBennettCVA CVA, Senior Manager, Education & Training Jennifer Bennett, CVA, Senior Manager, Education & @ItsMattWallace Matt Wallace Training Senior Associate, Nonprofit Relations 1
  • 2. Agenda • Why Handbooks are important • What goes into a Handbook? • Sections and Components • Getting buy-in for policies • Enforcing the policies • Putting Handbooks to use in your program • Evaluating your current Handbook 2
  • 3. Why Handbooks Are Important • Set the stage for volunteer engagement • Help volunteers and paid staff understand how they work together • Share your philosophy or goals • With volunteers • With paid staff • Create a single set of rules • Base the volunteer handbook on employee handbook • Living document - Update as program changes 3
  • 4. What Goes into a Handbook? Things you want a volunteer to know as part of your organization Things to know early on, or before volunteers start. • Information on the Organization • Mission, vision, values • Philosophy of volunteer engagement • Welcome letter, history of organization • Information on clients, programs, funding • Organization structure chart, Staff Directory • Benefits of volunteering 4
  • 5. What Goes into a Handbook? Things everyone needs to know as part of your organization May exist in employee handbook, work with HR to identify/outline • Guidelines for Participation • Building or facility policies - smoking, pets, etc. • Policies for a safe work place - ADA, discrimination/harassment, reporting accidents, emergency procedures • Policies for understanding org culture - parking, break room etiquette, dress code • General codes of conduct, cultural statements 5
  • 6. What Goes into a Handbook? Things volunteers need to know. Policies specifically for volunteers. May also include position specific information. • Volunteer specific policies or procedures • Volunteer code or conduct, Ethics of volunteering • Actions volunteers must take - recording hours, finding substitutes, completing background checks • Policies for all volunteers - speaking with the media, representing the organization, IP and real property • Training requirements or pathways • Policies for specific positions - front desk, client interaction 6
  • 7. What Goes into a Handbook? What to do when things go wrong. Base these on existing organization policies. Work to ensure volunteer buy-in. • Problem solving and disciplinary procedures • Conflicts between volunteers, between volunteers and clients, volunteers and staff • Include what volunteers should do if they have a conflict with you • What policies must be followed/can’t be broken • Outline process for dismissal for policy violations - warnings, recourse for volunteers • Include termination procedures 7
  • 8. Getting Buy-In • Engage volunteers in the process of developing handbook and policies • Allow volunteers to define their own code of conduct • Include volunteers in the enforcement or monitoring of policies • Help the organization understand what these policies mean • Dependability/reliability of volunteers • What employees should do if they have conflicts with volunteers 8
  • 9. Getting Buy-In • Present information at the right time • Introduce ideas when volunteers are receptive • Visit important policies more than once • Include key policies in more than one way in more than one place • Document the understanding and the responsibility • Acknowledgement Form • Ongoing updates, trainings, and discussions of policies and procedures 9
  • 10. Enforcing the Policies • Include the enforcement plan in the handbook • Everyone knows the rules and reference the policies • Be prepared to follow through • Policies are only effective if they are enforced • Don’t be the only policeman • Create leadership positions for volunteers • Engage volunteers in the planning, writing and training • Empower volunteers to enforce and monitor their own community 10
  • 11. Put the Handbook to Use • It’s a living document • Keep paid and volunteer staff engaged with ongoing updates or changes • Use it to create orientations, position descriptions, trainings • Modify sections for different programs/needs • Create one-pagers for episodic roles • Pull sections on intellectual property to include in pro bono consultant agreements 11
  • 12. Evaluating your Handbook • What can you start with? • Employee handbook, HR policies and procedures • What needs to be added? • Develop policies or procedures to address probable situations • Don’t work alone. • Work with volunteers and paid staff to evaluate what you have, determine what needs to be included, and to write, train on, and enforce the new policies • Recruit an HR profession to help 12
  • 13. Resources Learning Center Find upcoming webinar dates, how-to videos and more http://www.volunteermatch.org/nonprofits/learningcenter/ VolunteerMatch Community Ask and answer questions after the webinar – use keywords Volunteer Handbook http://community.volunteermatch.org/volunteer Related Webinar Topics: •Walking the Walk: Engage Volunteers in your Volunteer Engagement Program •Creating a Comprehensive and Engaging Volunteer Training Program •Successful Volunteer Interview Strategies 13
  • 14. Thanks for attending! Join us online: Like us on Facebook: www.Facebook.com/VolunteerMatch Follow us on Twitter: @VolunteerMatch Visit Engaging Volunteers, our nonprofit blog: blogs.volunteermatch.org/engagingvolunteers/ For any questions contact: Jennifer Bennett (415) 321-3639 @JenBennettCVA jbennett@volunteermatch.org 14
  • 15. Volunteer Information Handbook This handbook is intended as a sample document only. Please refer to your organization’s specific policies and procedures for content.
  • 16. Table of Contents About the Handbook………………………………………………………………….. 3 Policies and Procedures………………………………………………………………. 3 Attendance and Absenteeism………………………………………………………... 3 Ending Your Volunteer Service...............................…………………………………. 4 Problem Solving Procedure…………………………………………………………... 5 Confidentiality Agreement…………………………………………………………… 6 Policy Against Harassment…………………………………………………………... 6 Smoking………………………………………………………………………………... 6 Pets…………………………………………………………………………………….. 7 Solicitation……………………………………………………………………………... 7 Substance Abuse……………………………………………………………………... 7 Privacy in General…………………………………………………………………….. 7 Email and Voicemail Usage………………………………………………………….. 7 Useful Information……………………………………………………………………. 8 Holiday Schedule……………………………………………………………………… 8 Appendices Handbook Receipt Acknowledgement Non-Disclosure Agreement Sample Handbook Page 2 VolunteerMatch
  • 17. Thank you for volunteering with the Library! About the Library Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nulla sed est vel tortor hendrerit dignissim eget at felis. Suspendisse potenti. Cum sociis natoque penatibus et magnis dis parturient montes, nascetur ridiculus mus. Morbi pulvinar ullamcorper lorem, sagittis dapibus erat posuere ac. Sed fermentum, lorem vel sagittis pulvinar, orci purus porta nisl, in tincidunt est nulla non risus. Mauris tellus ante, semper sit amet ornare ut, elementum eu tortor. Sed scelerisque fermentum lectus ac dignissim. Praesent eu odio justo, egestas tristique velit. Maecenas malesuada vehicula quam ac iaculis. Nam dignissim sagittis diam. Curabitur tortor urna, dignissim et consectetur in, aliquet a sapien. About the Handbook This handbook is designed to introduce you to the Library and to provide a basic overview of the policies and procedures which provide all of us – paid and volunteer staff – with guidance and direction. Much of the information contained here is identical to the information contained in our Employee Information Handbook. As a volunteer staff member we extend to you many of the same rights as paid staff with regards to the work environment, necessary job training, supervision, evaluation, and recognition. In return we expect you to honor your commitments to the Library, respect other staff members – both paid and volunteer - and perform your assigned duties to the best of your abilities. As our organization grows and changes, there will be a need to modify the policies, practices and other information described in this Handbook. When such changes occur, you will be notified by an announcement or update. It is your responsibility to keep your handbook current and to be informed about policies and changes that affect you. If you have any questions or need any clarification of the information contained in this handbook please contact the Volunteer Program Manager. POLICIES AND PROCEDURES Attendance and Absenteeism As a volunteer staff member we depend on you to complete your scheduled shifts. We do understand that from time to time certain situations may arise that prevent you from doing so. Please alert the Volunteer Program Manager of any scheduled absences – such as vacation – as far in advance as possible so that an appropriate substitute may be found. In the event of an unscheduled absence – illness or emergency – please alert the Volunteer Program Manager as Sample Handbook Page 3 VolunteerMatch
  • 18. soon as possible, preferably before your scheduled shift begins. If absenteeism becomes excessive your volunteer relationship with the Library will be reevaluated. Reviews or Progress Reports Many volunteers consider volunteer work as a transition path to nonprofit employment, or as a great way to develop new professional skills. If you are interested in pursuing this course the Volunteer Program Manager will help you establish goals, and will provide progress reports or a review as requested. Volunteer Personnel Files Your personnel files are confidential and consist of written documents retained by the Volunteer Program Manager. The volunteer’s personnel file can be only reviewed by the volunteer, the President, the Chief Operating Officer (COO), and the Volunteer Program Manager. This file contains basic contact information and records about your volunteer service with the Library. Representing the Organization Volunteers are only authorized to act as a representative of the Organization if specifically tasked with this responsibility in your volunteer job description. Please consult with, and receive permission from, the Volunteer Program Manager before engaging in any actions which may affect or hold the organization liable including but not limited to, public statements to the press, signing contracts or entering into financial agreements, or lobbying or forming partnerships with other organizations. Ending Your Volunteer Service You may resign from your volunteer service with the Organization at any time. We request that you notify the Volunteer Program Manager ideally two weeks prior to your departure and request that you complete the Exit Interview process. Disciplinary Practices The following guidelines may be used in some instances at the sole discretion of the Library: Step 1: Oral warning with documentation in the individual’s personnel file. Step 2: Written warning to individual and copy to personnel file. Step 3: Written warning with suspension – documentation to personnel file. Step 4: Termination/Dismissal These guidelines are based on cumulative infractions, regardless of whether the infraction is of the same general nature as a previous warning. Sample Handbook Page 4 VolunteerMatch
  • 19. The use of these disciplinary practices in no way alters the fact that your volunteering with the Library is “at-will”. Problem Solving Procedure When a group of people work and volunteer together, problems may arise. It is important to all of us that such problems are solved as quickly as possible. Occasionally, however, it may be necessary to investigate certain problems in greater detail. Our problem-solving procedure provides you with the opportunity to have a review of any problem, dispute, or misunderstanding that arise during in the course of your volunteering. Step 1: You may submit a problem in writing to the Volunteer Program Manager within three (3) working days after the problem becomes known to you, He/she is interested in the solution of any The Library problem you, as a member of the team, may have. He/she will attempt to resolve your problem at this initial meeting. If unable to reach a mutually agreed upon settlement, the Volunteer Program Manager will investigate the situation further, and within three (3) working days, meet you to give his/her final answer in writing. If you are sill not satisfied, then you may request a Step 2 meeting. Step 2: This step consists of submitting, in writing, the problem to the COO within three (3) working days of receiving the Step One response. The COO will schedule a meeting with you and the Volunteer Manager as soon as practicable. At this meeting the COO will attempt to resolve the problem, if he/she is unable to do so, he/she will provide you with a written resolution within three (3) working days. This will be the final determination. Dismissal Dismissal of a volunteer is a serious consideration. Before a volunteer is dismissed attempts to reconcile the solution will be made including a meeting between staff and volunteer(s) involved, the Volunteer Program Manager, and, if appropriate, the COO. Dismissal of a volunteer may take place if a volunteer is unreliable, irresponsible, disruptive, demonstrates inappropriate behavior, or fails to adhere to the policies and procedures of the Library. Exit Interview and Exit Checklist Process We encourage all volunteers to participate in an exit interview before leaving the Organization, regardless of your reason for leaving. You may also request a letter of reference or referral at this time. The exit interview is your opportunity to communicate your views about the position, your department, management, the operations of the company, and any other relevant information you feel it is important for us to know. The appropriate persons will contact you to arrange an exit interview and an exit checklist meeting. Sample Handbook Page 5 VolunteerMatch
  • 20. Termination procedures are only guidelines and do not constitute a legal contract between the Library and the volunteer, as arrangement is by mutual consent. Confidentiality Agreement Due to the nature of the work you may be doing as a Library volunteer, you will be asked to sign a confidentiality agreement. We expect you to abide by the Library’s rules and regulations, and by signing this document you acknowledge that you agree to refrain from the unauthorized use or disclosure of any proprietary information. Policy Against Harassment The Library is committed to maintaining a work environment free of unlawful harassment. The Library policy prohibits harassment based on sex (including sexual harassment, gender harassment and harassment due to pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions) and harassment based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, sexual orientation or any other status protected by federal or state law or local ordinance or regulation. All such harassment is unlawful. The Library’s policy applies to all persons involved in the operation of the Library (both employees and volunteers) and prohibits unlawful harassment by any volunteer/employee of the Library including supervisors and co-workers. Examples of sexual harassment may include, but are not limited to: • Physical, unwelcome touching; • Verbal conduct such as epithets, derogatory jokes or comments, slurs, or unwanted sexual advances, invitations or comments; • Visual conduct such as derogatory and/or sexually oriented posters, photography, cartoons, drawings or gestures; • Threats and demands to submit to sexual requests as a condition of continued employment, or to avoid some other loss, and offers of employment benefits in return for sexual favors; • Inappropriate conduct or comments consistently targeted at only one gender, even if the content is not sexual; • Retaliation for having reported or threatened to report sexual harassment. This behavior is unacceptable in the workplace itself and in other work-related settings such as business trips and business-related social events. Smoking In response to state and local laws and building code, smoking is not permitted in our office. This includes private offices and other common areas. Sample Handbook Page 6 VolunteerMatch
  • 21. Pets Pets (dogs, cats, reptiles, birds, and any other type of live animal), although beloved, are not allowed in the workplace due to building regulations. This rule does not apply to service animals. Solicitation Solicitation by non-staff members for any reason on company property is not allowed. Employees/volunteers may solicit or distribute literature for various groups, organizations for reasons including charitable ones. Substance Abuse The possession, use or sale of illegal drugs is never acceptable in our business environment. Also, the abuse of prescription and over-the-counter drugs and alcohol can compromise your job performance and conduct. We recognize that substance abuse can be successfully treated. Seeking help or assistance is not considered grounds for discipline, but refusal to get help in certain circumstances may be. It is your responsibility to get professional help to improve your performance or conduct. Privacy in General Whatever you put on a Library computer, including email you send and receive, and software you install, could have been seen/read by someone other than yourself or your intended receiver. Emails and anything else generated or stored on the Library computers are company property. Email and Voicemail Usage The Library email system is intended for business use. Personal correspondence should not be abused. Like email, voicemail can be listened to by someone other than yourself or your intended receiver. Anything you put or receive on the Library voicemail is also company property. Sample Handbook Page 7 VolunteerMatch
  • 22. USEFUL INFORMATION We’ve included some useful information about the Library and our location. Holiday Schedule The Library office will be closed for the following scheduled holidays for 2009: Jan 1, Thursday New Year's Day Jan 19, Monday Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Feb 16, Monday Washington's Birthday May 25, Monday Memorial Day July 3, Friday Independence Day Sept 7, Monday Labor Day Nov 26-27, Thurs/Fri Thanksgiving weekend Dec 24, Thursday Christmas Eve Dec 25, Friday Christmas Day Contact Information Volunteer Program Manager Phone Email Sample Handbook Page 8 VolunteerMatch