The County prohibits the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance in the workplace. Any employee violating this policy is subject to discipline, up to and including immediate termination of employment.
Furthermore, the County strictly prohibits the use of alcohol and/or controlled substances by its employees and volunteers who are performing, ready or about to perform job functions.
Employees with questions or concerns about substance dependency or abuse are encouraged to seek assistance under the benefits provided through the Group Health Plan. They may also wish to discuss these matters with the Human Resources Director to receive a referral to an appropriate resource in the community.
Specific departments may require initial and on-going or random drug testing of its employees. These requirements may be in response to federal, state, or County mandates to assure that employees remain free of a controlled substance.