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The University is an equal opportunity educational institution that does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, or disability.  \nUNG (University of North Georgia) Mission Statement  \nThe University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, inquiry, and creativity. This is carried out through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia.  \nHuman Resources Mission Statement  \nThe Division of Human Resources is a strategic partner in supporting the goals and values of University of North Georgia by recruiting, developing, and keeping a highly qualified workforce.  \nPurpose  \nThis handbook will enable you to have a more thorough understanding of the benefits of employment with University of North Georgia. This guide to university policies and practices is intended solely to provide guidance and it is not an employment contract nor does it create any type of contractual obligations. Neither you nor the University is bound to continue the employment relationship if either, at any time, chooses to end it.  \nThe University reserves the right to change, revise, or eliminate any of the policies, benefits, and practices described here. Also, some of the policies and provisions contained here may not apply to faculty members. Provisions applying solely to the faculty are described in the Faculty Handbook. Please visit the UNG Human Resources website for more information.  \nWhile this handbook provides much detail, no handbook can provide for all circumstances. Accordingly, Human Resources welcomes your ideas and suggestions on how the information in this handbook might be changed for the better. Likewise, Human Resources will answer any questions you may have regarding the University’s policies, procedures, and practices.  \nWe welcome you into our growing organization and trust that you will have a long and rewarding career with University of North Georgia.  \nAbout Our Handbook  \nThis handbook is designed to assist you with your employment with University of North Georgia (UNG) . It includes basic University information, governance, structure, compensation and benefits programs, and employee relations policies. Please read this handbook and keep it for future reference. The policies, procedures and processes stated in this handbook are to work with those set by your division or department and are subject to change at the discretion of the University and its governing body. Sometimes, you will receive information from your department, division or the University addressing the administration of these policies. If you have any questions regarding any of the statements in the handbook, please see your supervisor or contact Human Resources.  \nUniversity System of Georgia  \nUniversity of North Georgia is part of The University System of Georgia that began operation in 1932 and is among the oldest unified statewide systems of public higher education in the United States and includes all state operated universities, four-year colleges, and two-year colleges in Georgia.  \nBo","cbCaipSP136052gX","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaipSP136052gX","pdf",915956,95,"English","# 1.0 EMPLOYMENT POLICIES\n## 1.0.1 Equal Opportunity Statement/Affirmative Action\n## 1.0.2 Americans with Disabilities, Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era\n## 1.0.3 Anti-Harassment Policy/Sexual Harassment Policy\n## 1.0.4 Substance Abuse Policy\n## 1.0.5 Staff Grievance Procedure\n## 1.0.6 Performance Policy\n## 1.0.7 Conflict of Interest (Including Outside Employment/Activities)\n## 1.0.8 Political Activities\n## 1.0.9 Gratuities/Receipt of Gifts\n## 1.0.10 Possession of Weapons/Workplace Violence\n## 1.0.11 Policy on Tobacco\n## 1.0.12 Policy on Amorous Relationships (BOR, 8.2.18.6)\n## 1.0.13 Relocation\n## 1.0.14 Travel Regulations and Travel Forms\n## 1.1 Categories of Employment\n## 1.1.1 Regular\n## 1.1.2 Temporary\n## 1.1.3 Special Employment Situations\n## 1.2 Hiring and Termination Guidelines\n## 1.2.1 Pre-Employment Screening\n## 1.2.2 Conditions of Employment\n## 1.3 Orientation\n## 1.3.1 Identification Card\n## 1.3.2 Official Forms and Updates\n## 1.3.3 Participation in Teacher’s Retirement System (TRS), Optional Retirement Plans (ORP) or Georgia Defined Contribution Plan (GDCP)\n## 1.4 Provisional Period\n## 1.4.1 Provisional Period for New Hires, Transfers and Rehires\n## 1.4.2 Benefit Status during Provisional Period\n## 1.5 Reduced Hours\n## 1.6 Alternative Work Schedule\n## 1.7 Termination Guidelines\n## 1.7.1 Clearance/Exit Interview\n## 1.7.2 Reductions in Force\n## 1.7.3 Rehire after Termination\n## 1.7.4 Resignation\n## 1.7.5 Retirement\n## 1.8 Reporting","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of the University of North Georgia Employee Handbook?\",\"answer\":\"The handbook provides guidance on university policies and practices and helps employees understand employment benefits. 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