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Control Number:
<br />217.07.01.001
<br />Version:
<br />4.0
<br />Title:
<br />Ethics and Standards of Conduct
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<br />Page Number:
<br />2 of 6
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<br />Idaho Department of Correction
<br />Not every unacceptable type of action or conduct can realistically be listed; therefore, the
<br />types of conduct specified in these procedures are not all -inclusive and do not exclude or
<br />excuse other misconduct found by management to be detrimental to the good order and
<br />discipline of the department.
<br />RESPONSIBILITY
<br />All IDOC employees are responsible for their conduct as described herein.
<br />STANDARD PROCEDURES
<br />1. Code of Ethics
<br />Employees of IDOC are expected to adhere to and positively exemplify the values as
<br />established by the department. The values include having respect for one another, bringing
<br />a positive attitude to work each day, and having integrity to do the right thing.
<br />Each employee must conduct himself in a manner that will not discredit the de partment or
<br />the state of Idaho. Each employee must demonstrate the highest standards of integrity,
<br />honesty, objectivity, impartiality, and professionalism to promote public confidence,
<br />understanding, and trust in the department and its employees. An employee must not
<br />engage in any activity that might compromise the mission, vision, or values of the
<br />department; safety of its employees, offenders, and the public; or his ability to carry out
<br />assigned duties and responsibilities in an efficient, unbiased, and p rofessional manner.
<br />Employees must serve the public, other employees, and offenders with respect, concern,
<br />courtesy, and responsiveness without discrimination, harassment, or retaliation to include
<br />age, race, color, national origin, sex, political beliefs, marital status, and religion.
<br />Employees must protect privileged and confidential information, including that pertaining to
<br />offenders and employees, to which they have access in the course of official duties.
<br />Employees must maintain mutual respect and professional cooperation in relationships with
<br />other staff members, supervisors, offenders, and outside agencies.
<br />Employees must strive for professional excellence and obey lawful orders from a supervisor
<br />or any superior in charge , and properly and safely carry out the duties of the position,
<br />including making every reasonable effort to ensure community safety.
<br />2. Requirements for Personal Conduct
<br />Employees must adhere to applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, standard operating
<br />procedures, division directives, field memorandums, post orders, etc. in the performance of
<br />assigned duties.
<br />Employees may use their IDOC identification only for identification in performing the duties
<br />and responsibilities required in the scope of their employment. Department identification will
<br />not be used where an employee may have other employment or in representing other
<br />interests.
<br />Employees must report for work at the designated time and place, remain alert at all times,
<br />and not leave an assigned post without permission or being properly relieved.
<br />Inattentiveness, sleeping, or the appearance of sleeping on duty is strictly prohibited.
<br />Employees must immediately report on-the-job injuries and illnesses.
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