Governs how acting appointments and special assignments are made when employees temporarily assume higher-level roles.
HR & personnel — Bathurst, New Brunswick
Workplace, hiring, and harassment policies.
The City of Bathurst, New Brunswick has 18 adopted policies on file: Acting Appointments and Special Assignments 1992-03; Drug & Alcohol Policy P2019-02; Employee Assistance Program 1990-06; Employee Performance Evaluation 1996-07; Extended Leave of Absence Without Pay 1985-19; Hiring Policy for City Employees 1996-06; Policy on Attending Municipal Related Conferences, Boards, Committees and Commissions, Professional Development, and Social Activities P2023-02; Respectful Workplace Policy P2018-03; Return to Work Policy 2014-03; Scent-Reduced Workplace 2003-01; Smoking in the Workplace 2001-06; Staff Training and Development 1996-01; Time in Lieu for Management Employees P2018-02; Travel by Employees and Elected Officials 2001-05; Uniforms - Protective Services 2001-08; Volunteer Recognition Policy P2023-05; Workplace Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Policy P2023-06; Workplace Wellness Program 2011-01, verified 2026-06-07.
Establishes the City's expectations regarding alcohol and drug use by employees, including testing, accommodation, and disciplinary provisions.
Establishes the City's Employee Assistance Program, providing confidential support services for employees facing personal or work-related issues.
Sets out the process, frequency, and criteria for performance evaluations of City employees.
Establishes conditions, approval process, and limits for employees taking extended unpaid leave from the City.
Establishes the City's hiring process, including posting requirements, selection criteria, and approval authorities.
Governs approval and expense rules for staff and councillors attending conferences, professional development, and City-related social events.
Establishes the City's commitment to a respectful, harassment-free workplace and outlines complaint and investigation procedures.
Establishes the City's process for accommodating employees returning to work after illness or injury, including modified duties.
Establishes a scent-reduced workplace policy for City employees and visitors to accommodate employees with sensitivities.
Prohibits smoking in City workplaces and sets designated smoking areas and enforcement provisions.
Sets the City's approach to staff training and professional development, including eligibility, funding, and approval.
Governs the accrual, approval, and use of time-in-lieu compensation for management-level employees of the City.
Establishes allowable travel expenses, approval requirements, and reimbursement rates for City employees and elected officials.
Sets uniform standards and issuance procedures for City of Bathurst protective services (police, fire) personnel.
Establishes how the City recognizes and acknowledges volunteer contributions to municipal programs and services.
Commits the City of Bathurst to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging workplace for all employees.
Establishes a workplace wellness program for City employees promoting physical and mental health initiatives.