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Lakeland Library Cooperative Employee Handbook
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Introductory Period
The introductory period is intended to give new employees the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to achieve a satisfactory level of performance and to determine whether the new position meets their expectations. Lakeland uses this period to evaluate employee capabilities, work habits, and overall performance. Either the employee or Lakeland may end the employment relationship at will at any time during or after the introductory period, with or without cause or advance notice.
All new and rehired employees work on an introductory basis for the first 6 months after their date of hire. Employees who are promoted or transferred within Lakeland must complete a secondary introductory period of six (6) months for each reassignment to a new position. Any significant absence will automatically extend an introductory period by the length of the absence. If Lakeland determines that the designated introductory period does not allow sufficient time to thoroughly evaluate the employee's performance, the introductory period may be extended for a specified period.
In cases of promotions or transfers within Lakeland, an employee who, in the sole judgment of management, is not successful in the new position can be removed from that position at any time during the secondary introductory period. If this occurs, the employee may be allowed to return to his or her former job or to a comparable job for which the employee is qualified, depending on the availability of such positions and Lakeland's needs.
Upon satisfactory completion of the initial introductory period, an employee is assigned to one of the other employment categories. Satisfactory completion of the introductory period does not change the at-will nature of the employment relationship.
During the initial introductory period, new employees are eligible for those benefits that are required by law, such as workers' compensation insurance and Social Security, and other Lakeland-provided benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of each benefits program. For the details on eligibility requirements, employees should read the information for each specific benefits program.
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