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City human resources outlines handbook changes on ethics language, job‑qualifications and mask guidance
Summary
Pocatello Human Resources presented three proposed personnel handbook changes: align ethics language with state law; allow experience in lieu of degrees for most positions (excluding licensure requirements); and add guidance accommodating voluntary mask use after state rule changes. The items return to council for adoption in September.
Human Resources Director Heather Buchanan presented three proposed updates to the city personnel policy handbook and told the City Council the proposals will be presented for formal adoption at an upcoming regular meeting.
Buchanan said the changes are: 1) revise the ethics section to align handbook language more closely with state statutory…
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