Employee Handbook

Professional, Technical & Support Staff

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Updated September 24, 2020

LCCC Employee Handbook 2020

Table of Contents LCCC Employee Handbook 2020 3

Welcome ....................................................... 5 Foreword ....................................................... 6

Our Roots .......................................................... 6 Leadership ........................................................ 6 Early Growth ..................................................... 7 Meeting the Community’s Needs ..................... 7 Looking Toward the Future .............................. 7

Our Strategy .................................................. 8 Five Areas of Focus ........................................... 8

College Governance & Decision Making ..... 10 The Board of Trustees of Lorain County Community College ........................................ 10 Operations Council ......................................... 10 Faculty Senate................................................. 10 Staff Council .................................................... 11 Student Senate ............................................... 11

Getting Started ............................................ 12 Employee ID Cards .......................................... 12 Parking ............................................................ 12 Telephones ..................................................... 12 Cellular Telephones and Mobile Communication Devices ................................. 12 Information Systems and Access .................... 12

Employment Policies ................................... 14 Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action ........... 14 Americans with Disabilities Act and Office of Accessibility Services ...................................... 14 Campus Code of Conduct ............................... 14 Confidential Nature of Work .......................... 14 Off-Campus Employment/Conflict of Interest 15 Sexual Misconduct .......................................... 15 Nepotism ........................................................ 16 Professional Appearance and Conduct .......... 16 Absence Notification ...................................... 16 Rest Periods .................................................... 16 100% Tobacco-Free Institution ....................... 17 Drug-Free Workplace...................................... 17 Use of College Name ...................................... 17 Solicitation for Charity .................................... 17 Classification of Personnel .............................. 18

Compensation ............................................. 18 Employment of All Personnel ......................... 18 Probationary Period........................................ 18 Pay Period ....................................................... 18 Work Hours ..................................................... 19

Overtime ........................................................ 19 Human Resources ........................................ 19

Personnel Files ............................................... 19 Job Descriptions for All Employees ................ 20 Performance Appraisals ................................. 20 Promotions and Transfers - Equal Employment Opportunities ................................................. 21 Job Postings .................................................... 21 Reclassification, Reassignments, and Staff Progression .................................................... 21 Support Staff Career Pathways ...................... 21 Salary Increases .............................................. 21 Grievance Procedure ..................................... 22 Expectations for Telecommuting ................... 22 Resignation..................................................... 22 Termination of Employment .......................... 22

Benefits ........................................................ 23 Medical Insurance .......................................... 23 Dental Insurance ............................................ 23 Life Insurance Benefits ................................... 23 Core Pension Plans ......................................... 23 Voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans ............................................ 24 Employee Assistance Program ....................... 24 Workers' Compensation ................................ 24 Instructional Fee Waivers .............................. 25 Personal Trainer Fee Waivers ........................ 25 Tuition Reimbursement ................................. 25 Exchange Program ......................................... 25 Credit Union ................................................... 26 Bookstore Purchasing Benefit ........................ 26 Cell Phone Discount ....................................... 26 Employee Computer Purchase Program ........ 26 Special Event Ticketing Discounts .................. 26 Use of Library Facilities .................................. 26 Use of the Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER) Division’s Facilities ........... 26

Time Off ....................................................... 27 Vacation ......................................................... 27 Earned Time Off ............................................. 27 Personal Days ................................................. 27 Sick Leave ....................................................... 27 Donated Leave ............................................... 27 Family and Medical Leave Act........................ 27 Holidays .......................................................... 28 Leave for Court Appearance .......................... 28 Bereavement Leave ....................................... 28 Military Leave ................................................. 28 Leave Without Pay ......................................... 29

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Paid Sabbatical Leave ..................................... 29 Paid Educational Leave for Support Staff ....... 29 Inclement Weather and Emergency Closings . 29

Payroll Services ............................................ 30 Payroll Deductions .......................................... 30 Direct Deposit of Biweekly Pay ....................... 30 Viewing Your Pay Advice ................................ 30 Electronic Payroll Savings with Treasury Direct ........................................................................ 30 Automatic Teller Machine .............................. 30

Facilities & Services ..................................... 31 Fab Lab ............................................................ 31 Children’s Learning Center ............................. 31 Physical Plant .................................................. 31 Campus Security ............................................. 31

Emergency Medical Assistance ...................... 31 Bookstore ....................................................... 32 Information Systems and Services ................. 32 Spitzer Conference Center ............................. 32 Library ............................................................ 33 Stocker Center................................................ 33 Conferencing & Dining Services ..................... 33

Media & Publications ................................... 34 Maps ............................................................ 35

Main Campus ................................................. 35 LCCC Learning Centers ................................... 36

Special Addendum – Covid-19 Protocols ..... 37 Keeping Our Campus and Workplace Safe During COVID-19 ............................................ 37

Signature Page ............................................. 38

*** Important Notice ***

This handbook is not intended to create an express or implied contract of employment between Lorain County Community College (LCCC) and you.

LCCC may modify, suspend, or delete any of its policies stated in this handbook with or without notice. This handbook is a management guide to general human resource methods. It is not an employment contract and does not provide any

enforceable contractual rights to the employee with respect to his/her terms or conditions of employment. Neither the guidelines, nor any written or oral policies,

nor practices, or procedures, which may develop from these guidelines, create either an express or an implied employment contract.

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Welcome

Welcome to the Lorain County Community College campus community. We are delighted you have joined us in our impactful work. Each person makes an important and unique contribution to the ability of our college to fulfill its mission and vision.

Our Mission: To provide opportunities for… Individuals to succeed through quality education Economies to grow through innovation Communities to thrive through rich cultural experiences

Our Vision: To create a vibrant community for all where… All Students achieve academic and career success Industry talent needs are met, and businesses start, locate, and grow People connect and prosper

Our Values: We value our role as the community’s college and the opportunity to build the community’s trust in order to educate, adapt, lead and inspire. We value our role to create a better, more equitable future for our community.

Everything we do is focused to support this important mission. How community colleges differentiate themselves from other higher education entities is their emphasis on meeting the unique needs of a local community, in our case Lorain County. The mission, vision and values are embodied in our strategic plan— VISION 2025 and its five areas of focus — Student Focused, Success Focused, Future Focused, Work Focused and Community Focused.

10,000 Degrees of Impact – by 2025, 10,000 individuals will earn a LCCC degree or credential that will…

Impact Individuals and Families by Increasing earning potential Providing access to affordable higher education with no debt Providing opportunities to succeed in careers of interest and passion Increasing personal growth and capacities to thrive in life and careers Increasing economic mobility and financial security Creating inspirational and aspirational ripple effects

Impact Economy and Community by Making Lorain County a talent destination by increasing educational attainment that out-paces region and fuels economy Providing business and industry access to work-ready talent and growth resources Helping all communities prosper by increasing household incomes and home ownership, and engaging citizens Advancing Lorain County as a valued place to live, learn, work and play

We have an important mission to fulfill and a clear path of how to do it. YOU are now a vital part of this mission and it takes all of us working together to help make Lorain County a vibrant community for all. Best wishes as you begin your journey in support of our mission and we look forward to your contributions of talents and energy! Marcia J. Ballinger, Ph.D. President

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Foreword This Professional/Technical and Support Staff Handbook provides you with an overview of Lorain County Community College (otherwise known as LCCC or the College) and those College policies, procedures and benefits that most directly affect you and your family. The Handbook is a resource for employees whose primary responsibilities are other than teaching. This Handbook is for your use as a reference. Within this Handbook, there are links to Policies and Procedures located on the LCCC Intranet. You may access them directly by clicking on the link if you are viewing an electronic copy in CampusNet at https://campusnet.lorainccc.edu. As these policies and procedures are subject to change, the Handbook will be updated from time to time. Should inaccuracies, inconsistencies, or conflicts exist, the Policies and Procedures will govern.

Our Roots

For more than five decades, Lorain County Community College has been supporting the community by playing a vital role in preparing residents and local employers for the future. As an institution that was chartered in 1963 after an initiative led by the league of women voters, LCCC became the first community college in Ohio to establish a permanent campus. Remaining committed to the fact that “community” is our middle name, LCCC has fostered robust community partnerships in an effort to design academic programs and training options that align with employer needs – while simultaneously providing support services designed to meet students where they are and prepare them for success.

Leadership

The LCCC District Board of Trustees has governed the College since its inception. In 1963, the Lorain County Commissioners appointed seven trustees to the board. Today, nine members serve on the board, with six appointed by the commissioners and three by the governor of Ohio.

LCCC’s first president was Max J. Lerner, who served from 1963 to 1970. Thomas Bowen served as acting president from 1970-1971. Omar L. Olson (1971-1986) followed. Bowen and Richard R. Mellott, served in an interim capacity from 1986 to 1987. Roy A. Church served as the College’s fifth president from 1987-2016. The current president, Marcia J. Ballinger, has been president since 2016.

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Early Growth

LCCC’s main campus on North Abbe Road in Elyria, Ohio opened as a permanent facility in 1966 with three buildings – Engineering Technologies, Mechanical Services and Physical and Social Sciences. By the end of the fall semester, three more buildings opened – Business, College Center and Physical Education. In 1971, LCCC received full accreditation by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, the highest-ranking accrediting association of higher education institutions.

Meeting the Community’s Needs

The College’s growth continued through the next several decades with the number of campus buildings expanding to meet the growing need for accessible and affordable education in the community. LCCC opened the C. Paul Stocker Humanities and Fine Center in 1980 and the John A. Spitzer Conference Center in 1995 as a way to enhance the vibrancy of life in Lorain County for all residents.

Looking Toward the Future

The College prioritizes its role of meeting students where they are and has added strategically placed learning centers in Lorain (city center and within the Lorain High School), Wellington, and North Ridgeville. Its newest facilities are designed with the future in mind. Innovative, flexible classrooms, state-of-the-art laboratories capable of fostering award-winning scientific research, an expanded fab-lab and maker space, and a commercialization center for microsystems complete with clean rooms are all accessible for LCCC students and the community.

As the campus has evolved throughout the years, the College has worked hard to align educational programs and pathways with changing employer demands. The goal is to pave a road to success for every student – a road that leads to a high-paying job in a sustainable career with flexible options to earn additional, higher-level degrees when the time is right.

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Our Strategy

VISION 2025

Five Areas of Focus

1. Student Focused – Expand Participation

Prepare Working-Age Adults for New Economy: Expand outreach to increase the number of working age adults pursuing education and training in order to have access to and succeed in high-demand, good paying jobs.

Prepare Next Generation: Collaborate with K-12 to increase the number of high school students who graduate with college credit, reducing college debt and increasing their success as they pursue a college/career path after high school graduation.

2. Success Focused – Increase Completion and Academic Success

Offer Pathways to Emerging and In-Demand Jobs and Industries: Enhance existing and develop new programs and pathways to align with in-demand jobs and industries such as Advanced Trades, Advanced Manufacturing, Information Technology, Creative Economy, Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare, Agriculture, and the Internet of Things.

Ensure Equity for All Students – Break Down Barriers and Create Opportunities: Through a caring campus culture, meet students where they are and remove barriers while creating rich opportunities to help students reach their full potential.

Prepare Students with Future Ready and Soft Skills: Provide broad educational experiences to prepare students with capacities and skills to thrive in a changing world. Focus areas include lifelong learning, entrepreneurial mindset, creativity, strong communication and problem-solving abilities, social responsibility, application of digital and technology skills, and an ability to adapt and change.

Make Education and Training More Accessible and Flexible: Deliver programs in flexible, affordable, accessible, and intentional ways to meet diverse learning needs. Leverage technology to deliver education in multiple ways, locations, and at a pace adaptable to each individual student. Construct alternative, flexible scheduling options to meet student needs and expectations.

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VISION 2025 continued 3. Future Focused – Foster Future Success

Expand Earn and Learn Models: Collaborate with employers to embed internships and apprenticeships into programs ensuring experiential learning for students.

Enhance Career and Job Placement Services: Facilitate connections between students, graduates, and employers. Help employers find qualified, highly skilled talent to meet workforce needs.

Expand Clear, Affordable Pathways to Bachelor’s and Graduate Degrees: Reduce students’ time and cost by expanding efficient, intentional transfer pathways and services, leading to University Partnership or other transfer partners. Expand LCCC’s applied bachelor’s degree programs for greater savings.

4. Work Focused – Improve Economic Competitiveness

Elevate Skills of Workforce as Economy Shifts: Expand continuing education and customized training opportunities to quickly retool, reskill workforce to keep people, communities, and business/industry relevant as the economy changes.

Stimulate Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Leverage LCCC services and facilities to support innovation within business and industry, foster growth of new clusters and economies and accelerate invention, commercialization, and entrepreneurship.

5. Community Focused – Enhance Quality of Life

Partner with Community Organizations to Address Common Community Challenges and Opportunities: Partner appropriately with other organizations and entities that are leading efforts to address common community areas of importance such as transportation, digital connectivity, food insecurity, health and wellness, and drug addiction.

Leverage LCCC as Community Resource: Bring value to the entire community by leveraging amenities and programs to expand personal enrichment and lifelong learning opportunities including the cultural and culinary arts, entertainment, and health and wellness.

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College Governance & Decision Making

The Board of Trustees of Lorain County Community College

The Board of Trustees represent the people of the entire College district in providing an educational program that best serves the needs of the citizens within the limits of the budget. The Board members have authority only when acting as a Board of Trustees legally in session. No member or employee of the Board of Trustees shall have the power to act in the name of the Board outside of board meetings unless authorized to do so by the Board of Trustees. It is the duty of the Board to:

• Establish policies

• Establish rules and regulations for control and government of the Lorain County

Community College District

• Select and appoint a President of the College

• Review and approve the President’s recommendation regarding personnel

• Review and approve financial matters for the College

• Review and approve areas of curriculum

• Delegate to the President authority to approve necessary operational procedures

• Delegate the authority to regulate the use of the facilities of the College and the

conduct of the students, College employees, and visitors to the campus so the College

may pursue its educational objectives and programs in an orderly manner

Operations Council

Procedure II-210 The Operations Council advises and assists the President in arriving at administrative decisions relating to the operation of the College. The Council, however, does not advise on confidential matters relating to personnel or administrative implementation of established policy, procedure, or direction. The members of the Operations Council include the College President, the Provost/Vice President for Academic and Learner Services, the Vice President for Administrative Services/Treasurer, the Vice President for Strategic and Institutional Development, the President of Faculty Senate, the President of Staff Council and the President of Student Senate.

Faculty Senate

Procedure II-225 Faculty Senate provides quality education to students, promotes the values of higher education, strengthens the faculty’s commitment to their disciplines, and participates in the shared governance of Lorain County Community College.

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Staff Council

Procedure II-270 To fulfill the following purposes in relation to staff in the Professional and Technical and Support Staff (Full and Part Time) employee classifications:

1) Provide a representative forum through which its members can address matters relating

to the College and the members.

2) Provide an additional avenue to enhance the flow of communication to and from its

members with others throughout the College.

3) Serve as a representative of its members in advising the President of the College in

matters of Policy and Procedure.

4) Encourage the commitment of its members to the mission, values and philosophy of the

College and involvement in efforts to achieve the College’s strategic goals.

5) Promote activities concerning staff development.

6) Promote recognition of its members as a valued part of the College’s work force.

7) Advise the President of the College concerning the approach, which will be taken to

administer any infusion of salary increases into the salary schedules of its members,

which has been approved by the District Board of Trustees.

Student Senate

Procedure V-310 As the governing body of the Associated Students, to promote, administer, and support activities which enhance the learning and developmental experiences of that group.

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Getting Started

Employee ID Cards

Employee Identification Cards are issued to all full and part time employees. Every employee should obtain an ID. In order to take advantage of many campus activities (Stocker Center performances, Library, Fitness Center, etc.), an LCCC photo ID card is required. This picture ID card is free to all College employees and their dependents and can be obtained at the Library.

Parking

Persons charged with a parking violation should pay the appropriate fine at Financial Services within 20 days. Appeals may be submitted in writing to the Director of Campus Security within 10 days of the citation. Continual abuse of parking violations by any employee will be reported to the employee's supervisor. Questions or concerns about parking should be directed to Campus Security at 366-4053.

Telephones

Each employee is provided access to a telephone – either a physical telephone on his/her desk or a telephone within the Division/Department. All employees having a physical telephone are issued a telephone extension number that will remain the same throughout employment at LCCC. For information or questions regarding campus telephone service, please contact the Help Desk at Ext. 4357.

Cellular Telephones and Mobile Communication Devices

Procedure VI-108 Essential staff shall be assigned and use a College issued cellular telephone and/or mobile device. Essential staff shall be identified by the director or the functional equivalent in the areas of security, information technology, physical plant, marketing, and food service. The director or functional equivalent for each of the above referenced areas, along with the Stocker Performing Arts Center and Spitzer Conference Center, shall assign said devices and be responsible for tracking their use. Contact your organizational unit administrator for more information.

Information Systems and Access

Email

All LCCC employees are provided a lorainccc.edu e-mail address. For information regarding employee emails please contact the Help Desk at Ext. 4357.

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Campus Intranet

The CampusNet Intranet (https://campusnet.lorainccc.edu) is accessible only by LCCC employees. Information on the site is organized by various main sections that include Departments, Committees, Employee Resources and Projects. The Employee Resources section includes links to information that is of interest to most employees, including an employee forms library, the policies and procedures manual and campus calendars. Off-campus access to the site requires a login with the employee’s LCCC network username and password.

Canvas

A leaning management system for employees and students and can be accessed from the College’s main or Faculty/Staff pages. As an employee, you can access job aids and other reference material to Oracle Cloud training and help. As a student, this is the web-based resource for all online blended and web enhanced courses where you can view course syllabus and assignments, check grades, turn in assignments, and interact with the instructor and students.

MyCampus

The MyCampus portal (https://mycampus.lorainccc.edu) is accessible to students and faculty. As faculty, you can review your class rosters, process grade rosters, view your schedule and student information and academic information. As a student, you can register, add/drop classes, view, and print schedule, manage your financial information, request transcripts, and view grades.

Oracle Cloud and PeopleSoft

Oracle Cloud and PeopleSoft are LCCC’s primary data-management systems, which hold all student and employee records in addition to managing financial processes.

The Oracle Cloud is accessible on campus through the faculty and staff page. It is a human resources and payroll system. As an employee, you can log into Oracle Cloud to access your personal information, enter time in your time card entry, enter absences, or access your personal information, pay slip, and conduct financial transactions such as submitting purchasing requests and expense reports.

PeopleSoft is used for conducting financial transactions such as a submission of purchasing requests and expense reports. Access is through a “back office” login provided by Information Systems and Services (IS&S). Links to back office sites are available via CampusNet Intranet, located at https://campusnet.lorainccc.edu. Contact your organizational unit administrator for more information.

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Employment Policies

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action

Policy II-305 Procedure II-310 Equal access: The College shall practice no discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status (past, present or future), disability, age (40 years or older), status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, genetic information, or sexual orientation, as those terms are defined in Ohio law, federal law and Executive Orders issued by the Governor for the State of Ohio in hiring, layoff, termination, transfer, promotion, demotion, rate of compensation, eligibility for in-service training programs.

Americans with Disabilities Act and Office of Accessibility Services

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, services to students and employees with special needs are provided by the office of Accessibility Services located in the College Center 234. The goal of the office is to ensure that each person with a special need is provided with reasonable accommodations if needed.

Campus Code of Conduct

Policy II-412 Lorain County Community college promotes a drug-free workplace for our employees and fully enforces the provisions of the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act. LCCC students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors are prohibited from engaging in, participating in, or aiding and abetting activities or actions that are in violation of any federal, state, or local law or ordinance. The Code contains examples of behaviors subject to disciplinary action and/or other action by college authorities. Appropriate disciplinary action may include ejection from college property, suspension, expulsion, or dismissal so that law and order can be maintained, and the college may pursue its educational objectives and programs in an orderly manner.

Confidential Nature of Work

Policy II-412 (Code of Conduct) As an employee of the College, you may be exposed to confidential material (e.g., student records, etc.). As required by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974, confidential materials and College business generally should not be discussed with persons outside the College or with persons within the College whose work assignments do not require that the confidential material be exposed to them.

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Off-Campus Employment/Conflict of Interest

Policy III-405 Employees of the College may not engage in any off-campus employment or activity that in any way interferes with the performance of their duties for the College.

Sexual Misconduct

Policy II-320 Procedure II-320 Lorain County Community College is committed to a consistent effort in maintaining an environment free of sexual misconduct (any unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature that is committed without consent or by force, intimidation, coercion, or manipulation), and sex discrimination based on gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Sexual misconduct in any form will not be tolerated and is prohibited. In its goal to create an environment for all students, employees and visitors which is fair, non-discriminatory, and free of coercion, the College has adopted this policy as the basis for education in the College community and complaint resolution. Students, employees, and visitors shall comply with the prescribed behavior set forth in Policy II-412 Code of Conduct as these policies may intersect. This policy, which has been updated to incorporate required changes as promulgated in 34 Code of Federal Regulations Part 106, effective August 14, 2020, is also applicable to all third parties affiliated with the College. Third parties are neither employees nor students and can include, but are not limited to, consultants, vendors, contractors, board members, etc. Notice of Nondiscrimination The College shall practice no discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status (past, present or future), disability, age (40 years or older), status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, genetic information, or sexual orientation, as those terms are defined in Ohio law, federal law, and Executive Orders issued by the Governor for the State of Ohio in providing educational programs and activities, or work opportunities. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Mr. Keith Brown, Lead Title IX Coordinator, CC 209D 440-366-7692 kbrown@lorainccc.edu Mr. Timothy Hess, Title IX Coordinator, CC 209C 440-366-7571 thess@lorainccc.edu

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Nepotism

Procedures III-215 An employee may not be employed or assigned to a work area supervised by a relative of that individual. An employee may neither initiate nor participate in decisions that would benefit a relative including initial employment, retention, evaluation, promotion, compensation, or leave of absence. No relative of a trustee may be considered for appointment to any position at the College until all other sources of candidates have been explored and unless no equally qualified candidate is available. A “relative” includes anyone who is related to an individual, such as parent, spouse, child, sibling, grandparent, in-law, stepparent or stepchild, uncle, aunt, niece, or nephew.

Professional Appearance and Conduct

Professional appearance and conduct are important to the College. Neat, conservative dress and good personal habits make a positive impression on students, visitors, and colleagues. The importance of honesty, orderly conduct, and courtesy in daily dealings with the public and other employees cannot be overstated. Common courtesy, a friendly smile, a warm hello and a sincere interest in students and visitors alike project a positive image.

Absence Notification

Policy III-500 (Leaves of Absence) Any employee unable to come to work because of sickness or emergency should notify his or her immediate supervisor, or the person designated by the supervisor, prior to the beginning of the workday. Failure to report and/or properly notify the College will be considered an unauthorized absence. Such unauthorized absence may result in loss of pay for the time of the absence, termination, or other disciplinary action. As soon as possible upon returning to work, the employee must submit an absence request for approval. An employee who has been absent due to his/her own illness for five (5) consecutive work/contract days, must submit upon return medical certification affirming the illness and verifying that he/she is able to return to work to the Human Resources Office who will notify his/her Director/Dean/Unit Administrator. During any absence of more than one day, the employee should be sure that his/her supervisor and the Human Resources Office are kept informed of the situation.

Rest Periods

Full-time employees receive two 15-minute rest periods and one-half hour (unpaid) lunch period during regular scheduled 8.5-hour working days. Part-time employees receive one 15-minute rest period for every four hours worked. If more than one person is employed in a particular area, the area supervisor may choose to stagger rest periods to ensure that the work area is covered at all times.

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100% Tobacco-Free Institution

Policy VI-225 Procedure VI-225 Lorain County Community College is designated a 100% Tobacco-Free. LCCC is committed to promoting a healthy lifestyle and workplace environment and will support administrators, faculty, staff, and students in their efforts to reduce or discontinue the use of tobacco products. For information on available resources, please contact Ms. Charlene Dellipoala. Ms. Dellipoala is a Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS) specially trained to develop plans for individuals seeking to stop using tobacco.

Drug-Free Workplace

Procedure VI-300 In accordance with provisions of the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act, it is unlawful to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use a controlled substance in the workplace. Any employee convicted of a workplace criminal drug violation is to notify the College of such a conviction within (5) days. An employee convicted of a workplace drug violation is also subject to College disciplinary action up to and including termination and/or satisfactory participation in an approved substance abuse rehabilitation program. Lorain County Community college promotes a drug-free workplace for our employees and enforces fully the above provisions. No driver or passenger shall consume any alcoholic beverage in any vehicle (moving or parked) on College property. No person shall be in possession of an open container of alcoholic beverage in any campus location except where approved by LCCC administration.

Use of College Name

College employees may only use the College name for those activities that have been authorized through the President's Office.

Solicitation for Charity

The College appreciates the value of many deserving charitable organizations but realizes the impossibility of participating in all charitable campaigns. Therefore, College-wide solicitations are limited to the annual United Way campaign. The United Way of Greater Lorain County supports many valuable organizations in our community with its mission: To lead community transformation, creating a better life for all, by connecting community partners through collective impact in health, education, and financial stability.

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Classification of Personnel

Policy III-105 Full-time Employees: Full-time employees are those employees hired to work a minimum of 40

regularly scheduled hours per week for 13 or more consecutive weeks. Part-time Employees: Part-time employees are those employees hired to work less than 25

regularly scheduled hours per week. Temporary Full-time Employees: Temporary Full-time: A status that may be applied to any of

the above employment classifications as required satisfying the temporary needs of the College.

Administrative/Professional/Technical Employees: Administrative, Professional, and technical support personnel: Those employees whether full-time or part-time, whose duties require independent judgment and specialized expertise, as specified in the job descriptions for support-professional-administrative personnel.

Support Staff Employees: Support staff: Personnel, whether full-time or part-time, whose duties support the operation of the various cost centers and functions of the College in the ways specified in the job descriptions for support staff.

Compensation

Employment of All Personnel

Policy III-205 All personnel are employed by the Board of Trustees upon the recommendation of the administration subsequent to the completion of the established internal procedures. All are employed based on job-related criteria; that is, ability, experience, education, and other relevant qualifications. All are employed without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, or disability. Full-time Administrative, Professional/Technical and Support Staff are appointed for a single year at a time and are not eligible for tenure.

Probationary Period

Policy III-295 All new full-time Support Staff, Professional Technical and Administrators have a 90-day probationary period. Under certain circumstances, a second 90-day period may be required. At the end of the probationary period, the employee is notified of retention or release. Ohio is an employment-at-will state, which means that, in the absence of a written employment agreement, either LCCC or the employee, whether full- or part-time can terminate employment for any reason that is not contrary to law.

Pay Period

Policy III-306 The annual salaries of full-time staff are divided into 26 biweekly pays. Full-time employees are paid for services up to and including payday. Part-time employees are paid for hours worked

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through the Sunday, two weeks preceding the actual payday. Annual time card/pay schedules are posted on CampusNet and available to all employees at the beginning of each fiscal year.

Work Hours

Policy III-490 The non-faculty work day which includes all full-time Administrators, Professional and Technical Support Staff and Support Staff employees will be the following: the college’s work hours per week are forty (40) hours; the employee’s business day is an eight and one-half (8-1/2) hour schedule, which includes eight (8) hours of work and a one half hour (1/2) unpaid lunch. The actual eight (8) hours of work will be established by the Organizational Unit Administrator based on the needs of the organizational unit. The College’s normal business hours are 8:30a.m.-5:00p.m. Business hours may vary for each division office/organizational unit.

Overtime

Policy III-395 Professional/Technical Staff are contracted (salaried) employees and are considered “Exempt” from the Wage & Hours Laws and are not eligible for overtime. Full-time Support Staff who work in excess of their regularly scheduled workweek (see Classification of Employees) are compensated as follows: Overtime: one and one-half times the hourly rate Holidays scheduled as a workday: one and one-half times the hourly rate Holidays scheduled as a day off: paid straight time Emergency closing: one and one-half times the hourly rate Part-time employees: one and one-half times the hourly rate for hours worked over the regular workweek for a full-time employee. Overtime hours are reported on timecards and are paid according to the timecard schedule

Human Resources

Personnel Files

Personnel files for all full and part-time Support Staff are maintained in the Human Resources Office. It is important that personnel files contain accurate and up-to-date information; therefore, any change of status (marital status, number of children or dependents, death in family, change of address, etc.) should be reported to the Human Resources and Payroll Office as soon as possible.

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Job Descriptions for All Employees

Policy III-110 Procedure III-110 The Human Resources Office maintains approved job descriptions. The descriptions pertinent to a particular organizational unit are generally available on the intranet.

Performance Appraisals

Policy III-690 Each Professional/Technical and Support Staff employee receives at least one performance review per year by his or her immediate supervisor. At the beginning of the fiscal year, each employee has an opportunity to develop a strategy to attain the highest level of desired performance. Either an employee or his /her immediate supervisor may request a mid-year review. The annual review will be initiated by Human Resources providing forms, directions and timing each year. More detailed information about performance appraisals can be obtained in the Human Resources Office.

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Promotions and Transfers - Equal Employment Opportunities

Policy II-305 In adhering to the College policy of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, promotions and transfers are solely on the basis of job-related criteria, e.g., ability, job performance and experience.

Job Postings

Professional Technical Support Staff and Support Staff job postings are advertised internally and externally online using a variety of sources such as LinkedIn, Indeed, Ohio Means Job, and social media and area newspapers when appropriate. In addition, all positions will be posted on the LCCC Career Opportunities Website (https://lorainccc.referrals.selectminds.com/). Occasionally, Professional Technical job postings are advertised regionally and nationally, which may include the Akron area, Sandusky, Columbus and Cincinnati areas and professional journals and publications when appropriate. All Professional Technical positions require a screening committee appointed by the President's Office. Classified Support Staff positions normally do not require a formal screening committee. Some positions are posted to hire internally only. These are posted on the Career Opportunities Website.

Reclassification, Reassignments, and Staff Progression

Policy III-370 Procedure III-391 Procedure III-115 Individuals moving from one position to another, initiated by the college, which involves a change in classification and pay grade, or who have been approved for staff progression or who are being reclassified, are assigned to the appropriate pay grade, effective the date of the change and/or July 1. The employee’s salary may then be recomputed if it does not fall within the pay range covering the change.

Support Staff Career Pathways

A process to provide for the career advancement of administrative support staff personnel was established with the desire to maintain organizational unit capacities. The Organizational Unit Administrator can initiate the process to progress a full-time administrative support staff employee through the support staff position levels, utilizing the established guidelines. The OUA should contact the Human Resources Office for more information on this process.

Salary Increases

Policy III-390 Each year, the Board of Trustees determines the amount of funds available for salary increases. Salary increases are dependent upon an employee’s performance appraisal.

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Grievance Procedure

Procedure III-705 The College recognizes that grievances may arise in any employment relationship. The College hopes that all such problems can be resolved quickly and fairly. The following principles will be adhered to at all levels and through all steps of the grievance procedure. All parties have the right to:

• fairness, equity, confidentiality, and non-prejudicial use of records;

• choice of in-house employee representation;

• timely resolution of grievances at lowest level possible;

• no retaliation or adverse action taken against an employee who files a grievance

regardless of the outcome of the grievance.

If an informal discussion with the employee’s immediate supervisor fails to produce an equitable solution, the employee may initiate a formal procedure by submitting the grievance in writing to the supervising administrator at the next higher level.

Expectations for Telecommuting

Considering the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Lorain County Community College recognizes the need for employees to work remotely (telecommuting) whenever practical and possible. You should coordinate any requests and arrangements for telecommuting with your supervisor since this must be approved in advance and you must ensure the needs of your department/operating unit are met. Telecommuting grants a certain set of expectations for LCCC employees to which you are expected to adhere. Please review the LCCC Telecommuting Expectations by clicking this link.

Resignation

Policy III-890 Procedure III-890 Employees should submit a letter of resignation to their supervisor with a copy to the Human Resources Office at least two weeks before the date the resignation becomes effective.

Termination of Employment

Policy III-890 Procedure III-890 The personnel policies and procedures of the College are intended to attract and maintain a competent and highly motivated work force. In individual situations where involuntary termination of the employee is warranted, LCCC follows the guidelines outlined in the Termination of Employment Procedure.

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Benefits Lorain County Community College offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes a wide variety of employee benefits, support and developmental programs designed to help you create balance in your work and personal life. Our program gives you the opportunity to select the benefits and resources that work for you. Please review the Benefits Directory page to find links and information about our options to take advantage of the unique and comprehensive program to support the overall well-being of you and those you love. Click here for link to our: Benefits Directory Note: Benefits described in this document are for summary purposes only. Part-time, adjunct, students and other classifications may not be eligible for all programs described here within. Eligibility will be determined by plan documents and governing policies. Where discrepancies occur between this document and plan documents/policies, the respective plan documents and policies will govern.

Medical Insurance

LCCC provides employees and their eligible family members with the opportunity to enroll for group medical insurance coverage through Medical Mutual of Ohio's (MMO) medical plans. Eligible employees may choose between the Basic Medical Plan and High Deductible Health Plan. Full-time employees who are regularly scheduled to work 40 hours per week and any employees who were paid for an average of 30 or more hours of service per week, during the previous year are eligible to participate in this plan.

Dental Insurance

The college’s Dental Insurance is provided through Delta Dental of Ohio. As a subscriber to Delta Dental, you, and any eligible family members, if enrolled, will have access to the Delta Dental PPO and Delta Dental Premier Provider networks. You can use either network, but you will receive the greatest price discounts when using providers in the Delta Dental PPO network. Please click the Dental Insurance link for more information.

Life Insurance Benefits

Lorain County Community College offers basic life insurance to full-time employees, as well as opportunities to apply for dependent and additional life insurance coverage through the Standard Life Insurance Company. Please visit the Life Insurance link for more information.

Core Pension Plans

Full- and part-time employees working as directors, academic advisors, professional/technical or support staff are required to enroll in the State of Ohio's pension system known as the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS). Full- and part-time employees working as deans, counselors or faculty members are required to participate in Ohio's State Teachers Retirement System (STRS). Newly hired full-time employees also have the option of

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participating in an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP) in lieu of participating in OPERS or STRS. (Please note that LCCC employees do not pay into Social Security, but they do pay Medicare taxes, which means they are eligible to enroll for Medicare coverage when turning 65.) Both the employee and LCCC contribute to these plans. Please see the Core Pension Plan information for more details.

Voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans

Supplemental 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans allow you to set aside a portion of your salary through payroll deductions to supplement your core pension retirement benefits. Generally, the contributions are deducted from your pay on a pre-tax basis. Employees also have the option of making after-tax contributions to their 403(b) plan, which are referred to as Roth 403(b) contributions. There are several supplemental retirement program providers. Please see the Supplemental Retirement Plan section for more information.

Employee Assistance Program

The Employee Assistance Program can give you and your eligible dependents professional assessment, solution-focused counseling, and referral assistance through Moore Counseling and Mediation Services (MCMS). MCMS provide their EAP services on a confidential basis. They do not bill the college each time they provide assistance to you or your dependents. The first three counseling sessions are available to you at no cost. If additional counseling is needed, MCMS will refer you and/or your dependents to a provider within Medical Mutual of Ohio's provider network (or other provider network if your insurance coverage is not through the College). For more information regarding the Employee Assistance Program, please contact Moore Counseling and Mediation Services: 1-866-340-6267 (24 hours a day) or Online at www.moorecounseling.com

Workers' Compensation

All employees of the college are eligible to file a workers’ compensation claim if they are injured on the job or incur a work-related illness. Ohio’s Bureau of Workers' Compensation pays for medical care and (if eligible) a portion of lost wages for employees with a work-related injury or illness. If you are injured on the job, immediately report the injury to your supervisor. In the event of a medical emergency, contact the Campus Security Office at ext. 4444 and they will summon emergency medical services for you. If your work-related injury or illness does not constitute a medical emergency, seek treatment, if needed, from a BWC-certified provider. Not all doctors are BWC certified. You can find a list of certified medical providers at www.ohiobwc.com. In the event of an emergency, your first visit is always covered. Click the following link for more information: Workers Compensation Claim Filing.

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Instructional Fee Waivers

Policy III-313 Procedure III-313 Instructional fees for any combination of credit and/or non-credit courses offered by Lorain County Community College will be waived for full-time employees up to an amount equal to the cost of nine credit hours per semester. Dependents of full-time employees are eligible to receive fee waivers for an unlimited number of courses per semester. Instructional fees for any credit courses offered by Lorain County Community College taken for credit by current part-time employees will be waived on a first-come, first-served basis. Instructional fees for any credit courses offered by Lorain County Community College, up to four (4) credit hours, taken for credit will be waived as follows:

a. Space is available in existing course sections,

b. The employee registers during the first week of regularly scheduled

classes, and,

c. The part-time staff member must have worked 800 or more hours in the

previous fiscal year

Personal Trainer Fee Waivers

Policy III-313 The Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER) Division offers a Personal Training fitness course, which provides a personal fitness assessment, individual fitness program design, exercise equipment introduction, and the opportunity to work out on a one-to-one basis with a fitness coach. Full-time LCCC employees, their spouses, and dependent children age 13 years and older, are eligible to receive a limited number of personal training fee waivers each year.

Tuition Reimbursement

Procedure III-314 Any course taken by an employee for academic credit will be eligible for tuition reimbursement. Eligible employees must initially pay for the course(s) themselves and then apply for reimbursement following completion of the course. Tuition will be reimbursed up to the maximum rate established for that fiscal year and will only be provided if the employee has earned a grade of “C” or better for the course.

Exchange Program

Policy III-580 Procedure III-580 After four years of full-time employment with the college, an employee is eligible to exchange positions with an employee in a similar position in another educational, business, or governmental institution. The employee can exchange his/her position for up to a year pending supervisory approval.

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Credit Union

College employees are eligible to participate in the Achieve Credit Union. Contact the Achieve Credit Union at https://www.achievecu.org/ or at 440-324-3400 for more information.

Bookstore Purchasing Benefit

Employees can purchase items in the college’s bookstore (minimum $50 purchase) and have the cost deducted from their next paycheck by presenting their LCCC employee ID card.

Cell Phone Discount

Because the college is considered a government entity, LCCC employees are eligible for discounts on cell phones and service plans through Verizon Wireless.

Employee Computer Purchase Program

Through this program, employees can establish a promissory agreement with the college to purchase computer hardware and software for their own personal use with payments made through after-tax payroll deductions.

Special Event Ticketing Discounts

Discounted tickets are available to college employees for many of the Stocker Center’s film and theatre events, with presentation of an LCCC employee ID card.

Use of Library Facilities

Once an employee has obtained an LCCC employee ID card, he/she will have access to the library’s resources, both on-site and remotely. ID cards can also be obtained for an employee’s spouse and dependent children.

Use of the Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER) Division’s Facilities

Use of the college’s HPER facilities is available to employees, their spouses, and dependent children age 13 years and older, with presentation of an LCCC ID card. The HPER facilities include the Fieldhouse with indoor tennis courts, indoor track, free weight room and a gymnasium that can be used for basketball, volleyball, soccer, or exercise options such as walking, running and weight programs.

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Time Off

Vacation

Policy III-500 (covered under Leaves of Absence Policy) Full-time staff and administrators begin earning their vacation time on a prorated basis commencing with their first day of employment. The amount of vacation earned is based on the number of work/contract days paid in the previous fiscal year and on the employee’s job classification.

Earned Time Off

Policy III-500 (covered under Leaves of Absence Policy) Part-Time employees who work 800 or more hours during a fiscal year (July 1 – June 30), will be eligible to receive Earned Time Off (ETO) Day(s). The ETO Day(s) will be equal to one day’s pay and will be available for use during the succeeding year from August 1 – July 31. One day’s pay is defined as compensation for 8 hours of work at the employee’s current rate of pay.

Personal Days

Policy III-500 (covered under Leaves of Absence Policy) Full-time staff and administrators can receive up to four personal days per fiscal year, depending upon their job classification. Personal leave may be taken for reasons of the employee’s own choosing.

Sick Leave

Policy III-500 (covered under Leaves of Absence Policy) Paid sick leave is available to all full-time employees on the first day of each fiscal year. It is earned at a rate of one and one-quarter days per month for a total of 15 days per fiscal year. Sick leave for employees who have not worked a full fiscal year is prorated.

Donated Leave

Policy III-500 (covered under Leaves of Absence Policy) This benefit allows employees to voluntarily donate a portion of their paid sick days to co-workers who are in need of time off, due to their own catastrophic illness or that of an immediate family member, but who have exhausted their own sick leave.

Family and Medical Leave Act

Policy III-500 (covered under Leaves of Absence Policy) The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides eligible employees with up to twelve work weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave in a twelve-month period for specified family and medical reasons. The twelve-month period observed by Lorain County Community College for FMLA purposes is a rolling twelve-month period.

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The College makes available to eligible employees the provisions of the FMLA in conjunction with existing college policies regarding leaves of absence for individual or family medical reasons. While on FMLA leave full-time employees are required to use concurrently all of their accrued sick, personal and vacation leave, in that order. Part-time employees are required to use concurrently all of their Earned Time Off days. Any leave that is granted by the College in excess of the maximum time allowable under the FMLA or for reasons other than those specified under the FMLA is subject to the guidelines of the applicable College policy under which it is granted.

Holidays

Policy III-500 (covered under Leaves of Absence Policy) The college observes the following eleven holidays, at which time the campus is closed:

July 4th Labor Day Veterans’ Day* Thanksgiving Friday after Thanksgiving Winter Holiday (December 24) Winter Holiday (December 25) New Year’s Day Martin Luther King Day Presidents’ Day* Memorial Day

* The College usually observes these holidays during the Winter Holiday break.

Leave for Court Appearance

Policy III-500 (covered under Leaves of Absence Policy) No deduction of leave credit is made for any employee ordered to appear in court as a witness for another person or as a juror. Documentation of the court appearance is required upon return to work. No deduction in pay will occur for fees earned for court appearance.

Bereavement Leave

Policy III-500 (covered under Leaves of Absence Policy) Paid bereavement leave is available to employees, with the amount of leave dependent upon the relationship of the deceased to the employee.

Military Leave

Policy III-500 (covered under Leaves of Absence Policy) A full-time employee called to active duty or encampment will be granted paid military leave in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section 5923.05.

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Leave Without Pay

Policy III-500 (covered under Leaves of Absence Policy) Leave without pay may be granted a full-time employee for a period consistent with the reason for wanting leave. Although such leaves are granted primarily for medical reasons, each request will be considered on its own merit.

Paid Sabbatical Leave

Policy III-535 Procedure III-535 A sabbatical leave of absence may be granted to faculty members, administrators, or professional and technical personnel for approved activities that benefit the individual and the institution and that contribute innovation and/or currency to the individual’s expertise in a discipline or in the practice thereof.

Paid Educational Leave for Support Staff

Policy III-535 Educational leave with pay may be granted to a member of the Support Staff for academic activities, which will benefit both the College and the employee by helping to assure currency, innovation, continual professional growth and/or advancement.

Inclement Weather and Emergency Closings

Procedure VI-240 The College will communicate emergency-related campus closures as soon as possible, whenever situations occur which present an immediate threat to the health and safety of campus community members. Emergency notifications will be disseminated via text message and e-mail alerts, the internal public address system, and an external siren. The College will communicate weather related closures, prior to 6:00 a.m. for day classes (all classes that begin before 4:00 p.m.) and by 3:00 p.m. for evening classes (all classes that begin after 4:00 p.m.), by the following means:

• Text Alerts

• Local TV Broadcast Channels 3, 5, 8 and 19

• Radio Broadcast Stations WGAR, WAKS, WTAM, WEOL, WMMS

• The College’s homepage, www.lorainccc.edu and Facebook page,

www.facebook.com/lorainccc

• Staff e-mail

Text Alerts: Employees can sign up at www.lorainccc.edu/staffalerts to receive emergency messages from LCCC sent directly to their mobile phone. There is no charge from LCCC for this service; however, normal text-messaging charges from the employee’s cell carrier will apply.

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Payroll Services

Payroll Deductions

Procedure III-315 In addition to mandatory withholding of federal, state, city, school district, and Medicare taxes, optional deductions and services are available to full-time employees.

Direct Deposit of Biweekly Pay

All employees are required to have their pay automatically deposited into a checking or savings account. The net amount of pay may be divided into three different financial institutions and/or three different accounts.

Viewing Your Pay Advice

Pay advices can be viewed in Oracle. Currently, Oracle can only be accessed from a non-lab computer on any LCCC campus. Click here for instructions.

Electronic Payroll Savings with Treasury Direct

Electronic Payroll Savings (formerly United States Savings Bonds) are available through payroll deduction. Please contact the Payroll Office for more details.

Automatic Teller Machine

Automatic Teller Machine (ATM) is located in the Stocker Center main lobby. The machine is accessible with most major bankcards, Achieve Credit Union card as well as MasterCard and Visa. Anyone with a question or problem concerning the ATM should contact Campus Security for assistance.

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Facilities & Services

Fab Lab

The Lorain County Community College Fab Lab is based upon the concepts of Dr. Neil Gershenfeld, the director of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Center for Bits and Atoms. The Fab Lab is open to the public and located in the Advanced Technologies building. You do not need to be an LCCC student. A Fab Lab is a collection of commercially available machines that can be used to "make just about anything with features bigger than those of a computer chip." Realistically, it offers the tools needed to "conceptualize, design, develop, fabricate, and test” a wide variety of things.

Children’s Learning Center

The Children’s Learning Center is a model early childhood program designed especially for children eighteen months to 12 years old which provides an optimal setting for learning and play. Enrollment is open to children of LCCC and University Partnership students, non-credit students, faculty, and staff, as well as members of the community.

Physical Plant

Requests for service from the maintenance department should be submitted using the College’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). To obtain login credentials for the CMMS system, contact the Maintenance Department at 440-366-4017. Immediately contact either the Maintenance Department at 440-366-4017 or Campus Security at 440-366-4053 for maintenance needs that present an imminent threat to human health or safety, or imminent significant damage to permanent structures.

Campus Security

Campus Security is located in the Library/Community Resource Center room 106. Campus Security may also be reached by dialing on-campus extension 4053, by dialing 1-800-995-5222 extension 4053, or direct at 440-366-4053 or 440-366-4444. The Campus Security office is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Campus Security provides a 24-hour security presence in campus buildings, grounds, and parking areas. Officers are available to assist with medical emergencies, accidents, parking and traffic enforcement, escort services and after-hours access to College facilities. Officers patrol the parking areas regularly and will assist with any automobile problems.

Emergency Medical Assistance

Campus Security will summon Emergency Medical Services (EMS) if needed or requested to do so. Campus Security does not transport injured or stricken individuals to hospitals or emergency care centers. If an emergency arises on campus, and there is an immediate need for EMS, dial 9-1-1 from any College telephone or your cellular phone. You may also call Campus Security by

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dialing the emergency line at extension 4444 (366-4444). If you do not have access to a regular telephone, activate any emergency phone. By pushing the large red button, you will be put in touch with Lorain County’s 9-1-1 system. Again, only activate if emergency medical assistance is required.

Bookstore

Commodore Books & More located on the first floor of the College Center offers students with a one-stop resource center for all their college and technology needs in one convenient location. In addition to having all course-required books and supplies that the students need to succeed, we offer a wide selection of school and office supplies, technology, imprinted clothing, and gifts. Commodore Books & More also houses its own technology & computer service center located in the front of the store to service staff and faculty as well as the students. Core:tech is your one-stop shop for academically priced computers, software & accessories and is an Apple-Certified Campus Store that specializes in Apple products. We sell and repair Apple® computers, tablets, and phones and offer Apple technology at education pricing. Our certified technicians at the tech:bar offer fast, affordable, and complete repairs and upgrades for all desktop and laptop computers, Mac, or PC. We also handle most mobile device screen repairs! Commodore Books & More accepts student financial aid, cash, personal checks with one form of picture identification, MasterCard, Visa, Discover & American Express. All veterans are eligible to receive a 10% discount on all purchases except textbooks and computers. Comments or questions concerning the Commodore Books & More should be directed to the Commodore Books & More General Manager.

Information Systems and Services

The Information Systems and Services organizational unit is responsible for all mainframe, microcomputer, telephone, and network support on campus for academic and administrative users. Included in this responsibility is systems and applications development, research and evaluation, recommendation, purchase, installation, maintenance, repair, training, and ongoing support for each of the above four areas. A support line is available at extension 4357 (HELP).

Spitzer Conference Center

The Spitzer Conference Center is located on the south side of the main campus. This multipurpose building is designed to meet several pressing needs for Lorain County Community College and the region. It provides breakout rooms, food and valet services, facilities and multipurpose space which, when combined with Stocker Center's large group theater seating configurations, coupled with the Ben & Jane Norton Culinary Arts Center lobby creates a professional conference center for Northeast Ohio.

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Library

The Barbara and Mike Bass Library/Community Resource Center is the knowledge gateway for LCCC students, staff, and the entire community. Through a partnership with the Elyria Public Library, the Community Living Room on the first-floor invites patrons of both library systems to explore the newest arrivals in personal enrichment and fiction books. The children’s section in this space also offers many interactive learning opportunities. Please contact the Library for rental information.

Stocker Center

The C. Paul Stocker Humanities and Fine Arts Center offers a variety of music, theater, fine arts and dance attractions for both children and adults. The center features a 994-seat maximum (variable from 934 seats) Hoke Theatre, a 219-seat Lecture Hall, a 219-seat Cinema Hall, a black box called the Cirigliano Studio Theatre, a Dance Studio, a Rehearsal Hall, and the Beth K. Stocker Art Gallery. The gallery exhibitions feature a mixture of professional artists, community, faculty, and student work. The C. Paul Stocker Humanities and Fine Arts Center is also home to the Lorain County Community College (LCCC) Division of Arts & Humanities and is the performing home for the LCCC Civic Chorale, Orchestra, Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Theatre program. Discount tickets for full-time employees are available by calling the Stocker Center Box Office at extension 4040.

Conferencing & Dining Services

LCCC Conferencing & Dining Services operates the many and varied food options on campus. Dining Services food sources can be found at the following locations: Market Place, located within the Campus Center building next to Commodore Books and More, offers Subway and various other food stations Starbucks Coffee, located within the Campus Center building across from Commodore Books and More, offers a variety of premium coffees, teas, and specialty beverages along with unique snack options C-Bistro, located on the second floor of the Health Science building in the bridge area, offers sandwiches, panini’s, wraps and more In addition, several vending areas are located throughout the campus. Maintained by an off-campus organization, the vending machines offer a variety of food and drinks and some offer healthy vending options. Conferencing & Dining Services, ext. 4100, will assist any student or staff member who might have a problem with a machine.

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Media & Publications If you have news or events to share with the campus or the public, complete the Submission Form located at www.lorainccc.edu/news for your information to be published in the following: FYI – The faculty and staff newsletter LCCC Marquee – For short messages and announcements, space permitting LCCC TV – Announcements on the LCCC cable channel LCCC Flat Screens – (Six buildings and three campuses) LCCC Update – Printed newsletter mailed to the public Press Release – Sent to local media and placed on the Web Portal Public Event Calendar – Located on the LCCC Portal for student and public events Student E-Mail Newsletter – Sent to students approximately two times per month Web Portal – Information and/or banner ads, space permitting If you have a change or cancellation to an event previously published through the Submission Form, please log onto www.lorainccc.edu/news enter your name and e-mail address on the form, and describe the changes in the Event Description field. If you have questions about submitting information, call Marketing at extension 4112. FYI – The FYI is a weekly newsletter of campus-related information distributed by the Marketing and Media Relations Office. The FYI includes a calendar of important events for the week(s) and may include Employee Assistance Program articles, Operations Council minutes, campus articles of interest, or other approved announcements. Anyone wishing to submit an announcement to FYI must do so by noon on Wednesday. Submissions can be made by clicking on the link for FYI on the Intranet page. Campus Directory – Periodically, the College issues a detailed employee directory online. The directory includes a list of College facilities with employee phone, building, suite number and email addresses. The employee directory can be found on the Intranet page. For more details on the online campus directory, contact the Human Resources Office LCCC Annual Catalog – All College courses and schedules are available on line at https://www.lorainccc.edu Operational Calendar and Schedules – The College compiles calendar and schedules of important dates. Policies and Procedures Manual – The College Policies and Procedures Manual is a continually updated collection of all pertinent regulations for the operation of the College. The policies and procedures listed in the manual are approved by the LCCC Board of Trustees and should be consulted in case of any question concerning the College’s official stance on any situation. A current copy of the LCCC Policies and Procedures Manual is available online, in the Staff Council Office and in the Library. In the event of a conflict between this handbook and the Policies and Procedures Manual, the provisions of the Policies and Procedures Manual shall govern.

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Maps

Main Campus

For directions and the latest printable version of map, check out the Campus Map at www.lorainccc.edu/map.

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LCCC Learning Centers

Lorain County Community College Learning Centers reach out to communities beyond our main Elyria campus at the following locations:

Community Learning Center at Lorain High School 2600 Ashland Avenue Lorain, Ohio 44052 (440) 233-2302 The Community Learning Center at Lorain High School is a full-service LCCC Learning Center providing access to College classes and improving career opportunities for the community of Lorain.

Lorain Learning Center at City Center 201 West Erie Avenue Lorain, Ohio 44052 (440) 233-7240 (800) 995-5222 ext. 4500 The Lorain Learning Center provides programs and services to Lorain residents in a convenient, accessible location. Prospective, new, and continuing students can take advantage of the programs and services offered through the Learning Center.

LCCC University Partnership Ridge Campus 32121 Lorain Road North Ridgeville, Ohio 44039 (440) 366-4800 (800) 995-5222 ext. 4800 The University Partnership Ridge Campus of LCCC is poised to provide local residents with what they need to succeed in the 21st century – easy access, high quality, and affordable associate and bachelor’s

degrees.

LCCC Wellington Center 151 Commerce Drive Wellington, Ohio 44090 (440) 647-1776 // (440) 366-1776 // (800) 995-5222 ext. 1776 General education courses and business courses are the main offerings on the LCCC class menu in Wellington. Day and evening courses are taught onsite and via distance learning from other LCCC campuses.

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Special Addendum – Covid-19 Protocols

Keeping Our Campus and Workplace Safe During COVID-19

Lorain County Community College is working diligently to keep everyone safe while offering continued access to our services for all staff, students, and our community. We all have a role to play in these efforts, specifically we expect all LCCC employees to continue to follow the procedures we establish to help ensure we continue these efforts:

Before Entering

All Students and visitors must affirm: 1. You don’t have any common COVID-19 symptoms* or had these symptoms in the last 14

days, and

2. You have not had exposure or contact with anyone suspected or diagnosed with COVID-

19 in the last 14 days, and

3. You agree to follow LCCC’s Safety Rules (right)

All employees must: 1. Complete SAFE Form at www.lorainccc.edu/safe before entry daily.

2. Agree to follow LCCC’s Safety Rules (right)

* Symptoms of COVID-19 can include (but not limited to) a fever of 100.4 or higher, shortness of breath, a new cough, muscle aches, repeated shaking with chills, loss of smell and/or taste, sore throat, headache

Safety Rules

1. Wear a mask. Need a mask? Call 440-366-4444.

2. Keep a safe distance.

3. Wash your hands.

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Signature Page

PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL AND SUPPORT STAFF EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK I have reviewed the Professional/Technical and Support Staff Handbook and the information pertaining to the employment provisions for staff, and the grievance and termination procedures have been brought to my attention. This acknowledges I have read and understand those provisions. SIGNATURE __________________________________ DATE __________________________________ Please print this page, sign, and return a copy to the Human Resources Office within ten (10) days of start date of employment.

*** Important Notice *** This handbook is not intended to create an express or implied contract of employment between Lorain County Community College (LCCC) and you.

LCCC may modify, suspend, or delete any of its policies stated in this handbook with or without notice. This handbook is a management guide to general human resource methods. It is not an employment contract and does not provide any

enforceable contractual rights to the employee with respect to his/her terms or conditions of employment. Neither the guidelines, nor any written or oral policies,

nor practices, or procedures, which may develop from these guidelines, create either an express or an implied employment contract.