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City of Arden Hills Personnel Policy Effective Fcbruarl 29.201-56 PROBATIONARY PERIOD The City of Arden Hills regards the probationary period as an integral part of the examination process.During this period new employees are closely evaluated to determine whether or not they meet acceptable standards of performance. The first six (6) months of employment shall be designated as the probationary period. During this period employees are encouraged to discuss their progress with their supervisor and become fully acquainted with job responsibilities. If the employee's work meets established standards,they will become a regular employee at the end of the probationary period.New employees judged incapable of learning and properly performing the job during this period may be terminated without stating a reason or cause,or in accordance with law or the applicable provisions of labor agreements. Review. Near three (3) months prior to completion of the probationary period, the City Administrator and/or Supervisor shall meet with the employee and informally discuss goals and performance. BT- e weeks before six (6) months of employment, the City Administrator and/or Supervisor shall meet with the employee to review their performance: The City has the option to extend the probationary period at this time. If the employee is not to be continued beyond the end of the probationary period,the employee shall be so notified before the end of such period. commented[s181:Added language from the June so,2015 meeting. Credit for Benefits during Probationary Period. During the probationary period an employee will receive paid holidays.After six(6)months of continuous service,a newly hired probationary employee will be entitled to use Personal Time Off accrued from the date of employment. This provision does not apply to employees serving a probationary period following promotion. 11