3.10.020 Causes for discipline.
Each of the following constitutes cause for suspension, demotion, or dismissal of an employee.
A. Fraud in securing appointment;
B. Incompetence;
C. Inefficiency;
D. Inexcusable neglect of duty;
E. Insubordination;
F. Dishonesty;
G. Drunkenness on duty;
H. Sexual harassment or other forms of harassment or abuse of county employees or the public;
I. Addiction to the use of narcotics or drugs;
J. Illegal manufacture, distribution, possession, and or use of a controlled substance in the work place;
K. Being intoxicated and/or under the influence of any controlled substance while on duty or while subject to scheduled call back;
L. Inexcusable absence without leave (absenteeism or tardiness);
M. Conviction of a felony or conviction of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude;
N. Discourteous treatment of the public or other employees;
O. Improper political activity as specified in this code;
P. Willful disobedience;
Q. Misuse of county property;
R. Violation of any of the provisions of the Personnel Code;
S. Refusal to take and subscribe to any oath or affirmation which is required by federal and/or state law in connection with employment;
T. Misuse of sick leave or a claim of sick leave under false pretenses;
U. Knowingly falsifying records;
V. Threat or assault on an employee or member of the public in connection with county employment;
W. Performance of any acts either during or outside of public employment, which are incompatible with public service and the public interest;
X. Possession and/or viewing of pornographic or offensive sexual material during work hours or on county property.