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workplace-professionalism-and-standards-of-conduct/animals-in-the-workplace-service-animals.md

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+# Animals in the Workplace/Service Animals
+
+Certified Service animals are always allowed on the premises Employees and Volunteers require Prior authorization to bring their pets to the museum.

workplace-professionalism-and-standards-of-conduct/conflict-resolution-grievances.md

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+# Conflict Resolution/Grievances
+
+All of us want to work in an atmosphere of mutual support.  However, sometimes problems or conflicts may arise which you cannot resolve by yourself.  If this should happen, we encourage you to discuss the situation with your Supervisor.  Every effort will be made to work with you and the parties involved to resolve the issue in a timely and equitable manner. 
+
+For complaints about superiors should any problems arise, consult the Department Head of that area (i.e. Collections, Prep Lab, Payroll), or their supervisor.  An incident report will be filed by that Department Head and signed off on by the staff member.  If the problems cannot be resolved, or you do not feel comfortable approaching the Department Head, contact the Executive Director.
+
+\

workplace-professionalism-and-standards-of-conduct/dress-code.md

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+# Dress Code
+
+Proper attire is required for your area of work. This will include appropriate attire for the prep lab, out in the field, and within the museum’s gift shop. 
+
+### Prep Lab Attire
+
+When in the prep lab, you will need shoes that cover the entire foot and are comfortable for an extended period of time. 
+
+### Field Site Attire
+
+When out in the field, uniform shirts will be provided for you, and you will need a hat, pants or shorts that are comfortable in a hot, dry environment, and tennis shoes or hiking boots that cover the entire foot and can withstand much trekking over rugged terrain. No sandals allowed while on site. No short shorts or skirts are allowed when instructing dig programs in the field. Should you be out on site for an extended period of time and you feel your uniform shirt becomes less than presentable to the public, you may wear another shirt that is comfortable and presentable to the public. This means it should contain no stains or possibly offensive logos and should not be revealing. 
+
+### Gift Shop Attire
+
+While in the gift shop, you must wear comfortable clothes that will represent our museum well to the public. We will provide staff shirts for you to wear, but you may also wear dresses, skirts, and tops that are not revealing or laden with unsettling logos (or those that may offend the public or your coworkers).

workplace-professionalism-and-standards-of-conduct/drugs-and-alcohol.md

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+# Drugs and Alcohol
+
+Our position on substance abuse is simple: it is incompatible with the health and safety of our employees, and we don’t permit it. Consumption of alcohol is not banned at our offices but use good judgment and never drink in a way that leads to impaired performance or inappropriate behavior, endangers the safety of others, or violates the law. Illegal drugs in our offices or at sponsored events are strictly prohibited. If a manager has reasonable suspicion to believe that an employee’s use of drugs and/or alcohol may adversely affect the employee’s job performance or the safety of the employee or others in the workplace, the manager may request an alcohol and/or drug screening. A reasonable suspicion may be based on objective symptoms such as the employee’s appearance, behavior or speech.

workplace-professionalism-and-standards-of-conduct/gift-shop.md

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+# Gift Shop
+
+Use of the cash register at the museum’s gift shop requires training and authorization, which will be provided to you upon employment. 
+
+### When taking payment 
+
+* Do not accept checks for payment
+* Check for expiration date of all credit cards.
+* Instructions and guidelines will be provided upon authorization for use of register. 
+
+### Gift Shop Duties
+
+* Helping customers and representing the image of the museum
+* Selling gift shop items and museum admittance
+* Answering the phone, booking dig programs, and answering basic questions about the museum and dig programs
+* Stocking all products
+* Cleaning glass cases
+* Dusting shelving and lights - Sweeping floors
+* Mopping when needed
+* Maintaining cleanliness of bathrooms
+* Taking out trash
+* Maintenance of parking lot cleanliness.
+
+Internet and phone usage is limited to necessity and staff breaks. If you are caught using the museum internet inappropriately (i.e. not for a customer’s inquiries or for museum requirements) during your shift, you will be subject to a verbal warning and could be grounds for your immediate dismissal.
+
+\

workplace-professionalism-and-standards-of-conduct/harassment-discrimination-and-bullying.md

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+# Harassment, Discrimination and Bullying
+
+The Montana Dinosaur Center is committed to providing a work environment free of harassment, discrimination or bullying in any form.  All employees are expected to be sensitive and respectful to their co-workers and others with whom they come into contact while representing The Montana Dinosaur Center.  
+
+We have zero tolerance for harassment of any kind.  Harassment includes verbal, physical, or visual conduct that creates an intimidating, offensive, or hostile working environment or that interferes with work performance.  
+
+Examples of sexual harassment include but are not limited to the following:
+
+* Unwelcome and repeated flirtations and requests for dates
+* Subtle pressure for sexual activity 
+* Solicitation or coercion of sexual activity
+* Sexual assault
+* Vulgarity or suggestive gestures.
+
+Retaliation against an employee for refusing sexual or social overtures, for complaining in good faith about sexual harassment, or for cooperating in good faith with the investigation of a complaint. 
+
+Other forms of unlawful harassment or discrimination may include racial epithets, slurs and derogatory remarks, stereotypes, jokes, posters or cartoons based on race, national origin, age, disability, marital status or other legally protected categories. Prohibited harassment might also be transmitted using the Company's electronic communications system, or through other online conduct. 
+
+### Complaint Procedure
+
+If at any time you believe you are being subject to harassment or discrimination, or if you become aware of such conduct being directed at someone else, bring the matter to the immediate attention of your supervisor, the Executive Director or the Vice President. Choose the avenue which you are most comfortable with.  The door is always open to address concerns of harassment or discrimination.
+
+Do not allow an inappropriate situation to continue by not reporting it, regardless of who is creating the situation. No employee, contract worker, customer, vendor or other person who does business with this organization is exempt from the prohibitions in this policy. In response to every complaint, The Montana Dinosaur Center will investigate and, if improper conduct is found, take appropriate corrective action up to and including termination.

workplace-professionalism-and-standards-of-conduct/professional-behavior.md

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+# Professional Behavior
+
+Professional behavior is expected at all times. Please leave personal issues at home. Be respectful of coworkers and customers. When in doubt of whether or not you or a coworker are using an appropriate attitude, use the Golden Rule and treat others the way you would like and expect to be treated. You will be expected to clock in and clock out to be adequately paid for your time here. If you feel sick or have an “off” day, it is your responsibility (and suggested) to have someone take your shift. This is not the responsibility of your supervisor, but he or she should be notified of any changes to the schedule right away.

workplace-professionalism-and-standards-of-conduct/safe-workplace.md

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+# Safe Workplace
+
+The Montana Dinosaur Center is committed to the safety and health of all employees and visitors. Maintaining a safe work environment requires the continuous cooperation of all employees. If there is an on-the-job injury, report it to senior management immediately. A first-aid kit is in \<insert location> for emergencies.&#x20;
+
+All employees are responsible for maintaining a safe environment.
+
+By remaining safety conscious, employees can protect themselves and their coworkers. Employees are expected to promptly report either to their supervisor or the Executive Director all unsafe working conditions, accidents, and injuries, regardless of how minor, so that any potential hazards can be corrected.&#x20;
+
+\

workplace-professionalism-and-standards-of-conduct/workplace-violence.md

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+# Workplace Violence
+
+We are committed to a violence-free work environment, and we will not tolerate any level of violence or the threat of violence in the workplace. Under no circumstances should anyone bring a gun to work.
+
+Threats, threatening language, or any other acts of aggression or violence made toward or by any The Montana Dinosaur Center employee will not be tolerated. For purposes of this policy, a threat includes any verbal or physical harassment or abuse, attempts to intimidate or to instill fear in others, menacing gestures, bringing weapons to the workplace (i.e. guns, or an item that is used to injure or purposefully hurt another person), stalking, or any other hostile, aggressive, injurious and/or destructive actions undertaken for the purpose of domination or intimidation. 
+
+All potentially dangerous situations, including threats by co-workers, should be reported immediately to your Supervisor, or to any member of management. No employee will be subject to retaliation, intimidation, or discipline as a result of reporting a threat in good faith under this policy. If an investigation confirms that threat of a violent act or violence itself has occurred, we will take appropriate action regarding the offending employee up to and including termination.
+
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