
If a public servant does not abide by these values and expectations, he or she may be subject toĪdministrative or disciplinary measures up to and including termination of employment. Furthermore, public servants must also adhere to theīehavioural expectations set out in their respective organizational codes of conduct.
#NOT IN ACCORDANCE CODE#
Public servants are expected to abide by this Code and demonstrate the values of the public sector in their actions and behaviour. Members of the public who have reason to believe that a public servant has not acted in accordance with this Code can bring the matter to an organizational point of contact that has beenĭesignated for the handling of such concerns or to the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner to disclose a serious breach of this Code. Further information on the duties and powers of senior officers for disclosure can be found in the attached They help promote a positive environment for disclosing wrongdoing,Īnd deal with disclosures of wrongdoing made by employees of the organization. Senior officers for disclosure are responsible for supporting the chief executive in meeting the requirements of the PSDPA. Of reprisal, to the attention of their immediate supervisor, their senior officer for disclosure or the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner. Public servants at all levels are expected to resolve issues in a fair and respectful manner and consider informal processes such as dialogue or mediation.Īs provided by sections 12 and 13 of the PSDPA, if public servants have information that could indicate a serious breach of this Code, they can bring the matter, in confidence and without fear They can also seek advice and support from other appropriate sources within their organization.

Servants are encouraged to discuss and resolve these matters with their immediate supervisor. The expected behaviours are not intended to respond to every possible ethical issue that might arise in the course of a public servant’s daily work.

#NOT IN ACCORDANCE PROFESSIONAL#
Public servants shall demonstrate professional excellence by:.4.3 Acquiring, preserving and sharing knowledge and information as appropriate.4.2 Considering the present and long-term effects that their actions have on people and the environment.4.1 Effectively and efficiently using the public money, property and resources managed by them.Public servants shall use resources responsibly by:.

#NOT IN ACCORDANCE FREE#

