w88 casino games for Northeast/Central Cooperative Extension

These w88 casino games are authorized by Part 2, Chapter I, Section 5 of the University of Nevada, Reno w88 casino games.

The w88 casino games provide for (1) the organization and administrative structure and (2) the personnel policies and procedures for the faculty of the Northeast /Central Area Department (herein after referred as Area) of the University of University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, the University of Nevada, Reno (herein after referred as the University) and are consistent with the University of University of Nevada Cooperative Extension w88 casino games, the University w88 casino games, the University and Community College System of Nevada Code (UCCSN --herein after referred to as the Code) and the laws of Nevada and the United States.

Unit w88 casino games are subordinate to the w88 casino games and policies of the university and to the Code and policies of the University and Community College System of Nevada. In the event of a conflict between the unit w88 casino games and the UCCSN Code and policies or university w88 casino games and policies, the unit w88 casino games shall be superseded by the others and the policies of the university or the UCCSN shall apply.

These w88 casino games shall be in effect upon approval of a majority (51%) of the faculty casting votes, the Area Director, the Dean of Cooperative Extension, and the President of the University.

Any voting member of the Area may propose amendments to the w88 casino games. To amend the w88 casino games the following procedure is required:

1. Submit proposed amendment to other voting members of the Area at least one week prior to the amendment being placed on an area w88 casino games meeting agenda.
2. Hold open discussions with w88 casino games regarding the amendment.
3. Forward the amendment to all voting w88 casino games for a vote by written secret ballot.

Amendments shall be adopted upon: 1) a two thirds majority vote of the w88 casino games casting votes; 2) approval of the Area Director, 3) approval of the Dean of Cooperative Extension; and 4) approval by the President of the University (Comment: in the NCE w88 casino games we write President of UNR). Most recently approved Area w88 casino games shall be made available to faculty by providing faculty with copies and by being placed on file in the Area, the office of the Faculty Senate, and the office of the Dean.

Questions of interpretation of the w88 casino games shall be directed first to the voting faculty of the Area, for discussion and possible clarification. If unresolved at the area level, the question shall be referred to the Area Director. If unresolved at the Area level, the question shall be referred to the Cooperative Extension w88 casino games Committee and thereafter referred in a manner consistent with the Cooperative Extension w88 casino games.

The functions of the Northeast /Central Area are to identify community issues, interpret and encourage the application of science-based research, develop community-based educational programs using a variety of methods, and enhance people's knowledge and skills.

The integral parts of the Area's organization is (a) the voting w88 casino games, which are defined in Part 2, Chapter IV, section 13 of this document. (b) adjunct w88 casino games, also defined in Part 2, Chapter IV, section 13 of this document, (c) staff which include but are not limited to state classified and county staff, (d) other Area w88 casino games, and (e) volunteers.

Organizational changes shall be made in accordance with Part 2, Chapter I, section 7 of the University w88 casino games.

The Area Director shall be chief administrative and executive officer of the Area, which includes serving as chair at all open w88 casino games meetings and as member ex officio of all Area committees. The Area Director shall only exercise voting rights in order to break tie votes.

The Area Director has responsibility for administering the Area according to Area w88 casino games, Cooperative Extension w88 casino games, the University w88 casino games, the Code, applicable laws as described in the University Administrative Manual, Nevada Revised Statute 541, Smith-Lever Act as amended every five years, and as specified by the University President.

The primary responsibility of Area Director shall be to administer the Area and to provide administrative leadership to the Area, this shall include, but not be limited to: convening area-wide w88 casino games meetings; initiating processes for merit, promotion and tenure; representing the Area to other academic units and constituents; and communicating to Area w88 casino games regarding area, college, and University Code requirements, decisions, and policies.

The Area Director may have a representative(s) act on his or her behalf as deemed appropriate.

Because of great distances and small number of faculty, standing committee functions may be accomplished through a whole group process rather than specific committee assignments. However, when deemed necessary by a majority vote of the faculty, standing committees of the Area may include: A) Personnel Evaluation Committee, B) Policies and Procedures Committee, and C) w88 casino games Committee. Ad hoc committees may be established as needs arise.

1. Personal evaluation committee

   Purpose: The Personnel Evaluation Committee will normally consist of all voting Northeast/Central Area w88 casino games but may consist of fewer members. The number of members on the Personnel Evaluation Committee will be determined by a vote of the Area w88 casino games. This committee shall meet to review all annual w88 casino games evaluations and all w88 casino games applications for promotion and tenure submitted by the Area Director and make recommendations to the Area Director regarding these applications. These recommendations will be independent of those made by the Area Director and made part of the individual's permanent record. Upon the Area Director's recommendation, the promotion and/or tenure packet, including all recommendations, will be forwarded to the Director. This committee will establish criteria for annual evaluation and guidelines for evaluation of tenure and promotion applications.

2. Policies and procedures committee

   This committee will address policy and procedure issues as they arise. Duties may include but are not limited to: 1) input on vacant Area positions, 2) evaluation of the Area Director. The Policies and Procedures Committee will consist of no fewer than two, but can consist of all voting Area w88 casino games. Recommendations will be submitted to all Area w88 casino games for approval.

3. w88 casino games committee

   This committee may consist of all Area faculty, but not less than two members elected by the faculty. This committee will review the w88 casino games at least once every two years and interpret w88 casino games as questions arise. Recommendations will be submitted to all Area faculty for approval.

4. Other standing committees

   Other Area standing committees may be established when needed as agreed upon by the Area Director and the w88 casino games.

The faculty shall govern itself in accordance with these w88 casino games, the University of University of Nevada Cooperative Extension w88 casino games, the University of Nevada w88 casino games, the Code, and the laws of the state of Nevada and the United States of America.

The Area faculty is defined as per Part 2, Chapter III, sections 13-20 of the University w88 casino games. Faculty shall therefore include all professional FTEs with voting rights in the Area. These professional FTE’s shall be academic, administrative, and unranked faculty as defined as per Part 2, Chapter III, sections 15 and 16 of the University w88 casino games, but can also include faculty in authorized continuing part-time positions with the majority of their FTE in the Area.

Voting rights Area faculty shall be consistent with those defined by Part 2, Chapter III, sections 17-22 of the UNR w88 casino games. Those faculty members with joint assignments with other units and that have more than 0.50 FTE of their assignment in the Area shall be considered voting faculty.

Proxy voting is recognized with the written authorization of the person designating the proxy and notification of such designation to the presiding officer prior to the vote.

Notification of Area w88 casino games meetings shall be provided to w88 casino games at least 10 working days prior to the meeting, unless there is an emergency. Meeting agendas shall be distributed to all w88 casino games prior to the day of the meeting. Minutes of the meetings will be distributed to all w88 casino games within 15 working days, with a copy maintained in the Area Director's office. Area Director or designee will serve as presiding officer of Area Meetings.

Cooperative Extension faculty shall have all the rights and privileges of the University faculty as provided in Part 3, Chapter I, Sections 27, 28, 29, of the University w88 casino games.

All personnel files maintained in the Area office shall be considered part of the official personnel file for each member of the faculty and shall be maintained in accordance with University w88 casino games Part 3, Chapter I, Sections 30, 31, and 32.

Grievance policies and procedures are established in Part 3, Chapter II of the University w88 casino games.

Responsibilities of Area faculty shall be consistent with University w88 casino games Part 3, Chapter III, section 39.

1. Annual evaluations

   Each faculty member whose FTE is assigned to the Area or holds a joint assignment with the largest proportion of the FTE assigned to the Area shall be evaluated annually according to specified professional responsibilities in order to assess the quality of professional performance as unsatisfactory, satisfactory, commendable, or excellent. In those cases where a faculty member has a minor appointment in the Area and where appropriate and agreed upon, faculty, through the Area Director, will provide input into the evaluation process. Each person shall submit documentation for evaluation. All evaluations shall be initiated by the Area and shall be made on the basis of equitable and uniform criteria and procedures for assessing quality of professional performance for each component of professional activity as specified by the Area. Evaluations shall include peer review as specified in these w88 casino games.

   1. Annual evaluations of w88 casino games

      Both academic and administrative faculty shall be evaluated by the accepted criteria for that rank or range and according to specified professional responsibilities and performance expectations consistent with their job description and Area performance criteria. Expectations for faculty evaluations will be consistent with University of University of Nevada Cooperative Extension w88 casino games; the University w88 casino games, Chapter III, section 40, legal requirements of the Smith-Lever Act of 1914, as amended every five years; and Nevada Revised Statute no.541.

2. Tenure evaluations

   Evidence of excellent performance in teaching or research, scholarly and creative work shall be a requirement for tenure or promotion. In addition, a faculty member shall also demonstrate at least satisfactory performance in service and the other component. In accordance with the University w88 casino games, Part 3, Chapter IV, a probationary member of the faculty may be recommended for tenure in any year during the probationary period. The probationary faculty member must also be evaluated and advised regarding prospects for a tenure recommendation no later than during the third probationary year and, if not granted tenure, annually thereafter. The probationary faculty member shall be informed of this evaluation in writing, including the program of improvement, if needed, that must be undertaken to be considered for tenure at a later date. See section 3.3 of the Code.

   1. Tenure evaluation process

      The Personnel Evaluation Committee shall establish procedures (in the Northeast /Central Area Policy Manual) for evaluation of tenure applications that are consistent with procedures for annual evaluations. Results of previous annual evaluations during the probationary period shall be part of the record being assessed. Clearly documented reasons for substantial differences between annual evaluation ratings and ratings applied in assessing applications for tenure shall be required.
      The Area Director shall forward area recommendations of applications for appointment with tenure to the Dean. In the event of a positive recommendation at the unit level, the Dean shall append his or her recommendation and forward the entire packet to the University Promotion and Tenure Committee. If the faculty member disagrees with the recommendation, he or she may ask for reconsideration through regular administrative channels as specified in the Code Chapter 5, section 5.2.4. Criteria used will be defined in the Standards of Criteria for Promotion and Tenure as established in Part 2, Chapter III, section 11.b. of these w88 casino games.

3. Promotion evaluations

   In accordance with the University w88 casino games, Part 3, Chapter III, section 42b., a member of the Cooperative Extension faculty may be considered for promotion in any year. An instructor (Rank I) shall be evaluated and formally considered for promotion no later than the second year in rank if he or she has the requirements of the next rank, and annually thereafter. Assistant professor (Rank II) shall be evaluated and formally considered for promotion no later than the third year in rank, and annually thereafter. Associate professor (Rank III) shall be evaluated and formally considered for promotion no later than the sixth year in rank, and annually thereafter. The above specified times shall not be construed as a minimum time in rank before promotion. Any academic or equivalent rank may be a terminal rank. A separate salary schedule shall be utilized for administrative faculty for the purpose of determining promotions. The promotion of an administrative faculty member is in recognition of the level of work and responsibilities of that position.

   1. Promotion evaluation procedures

      The Area Peer Review Committee shall be established for evaluation of promotion applications. The Area Director shall forward area recommendations of applications for promotion to the Cooperative Extension Personnel Committee who shall then make a recommendation to the Director. The Director shall append his or her recommendation, if positive, and forward the entire packet to the University Promotion and Tenure Committee. If the w88 casino games member disagrees with the recommendation, he or she may ask for reconsideration through regular administrative channels as specified in the Code Chapter 5, section 5.2.4.

4. Merit evaluations

   In accordance with Part 3, Chapter III, section of the University w88 casino games, all members of the academic and administrative faculty shall be evaluated and formally considered annually for merit increases.

5. Reappointment

   A probationary member of the w88 casino games shall be evaluated and formally considered annually for reappointment.

6. Evaluation of the Area Director

   a. Evaluation of the Area Director by the Dean. The Dean shall survey all w88 casino games for input into the annual evaluation of his or her respective Area Director.

All personnel evaluations involving tenure, promotion, annual evaluations and merit recommendations,which may result in salary increases, shall be made on the basis of the person's professional performance in meeting specified professional responsibilities.

The appropriate administrator shall inform each faculty member of final annual, merit, promotion, and/or tenure recommendations within 15 calendar days from the date of making the recommendations. If the faculty member disagrees with the recommendation(s), he or she may ask for reconsideration through regular administrative channels as specified in the Code, Chapter 5, section 5.2.4 and the University w88 casino games, Part 3, Chapter III, Section 41. Further recourse is defined in Part 3, Chapter II of the University w88 casino games. A faculty member shall receive written notice from the appropriate administrator of reasons for the evaluation, including the recommendations of any peer review involved.

All personnel recommendations involving tenure, promotion, and annual review shall follow the procedures and schedule specified by the University w88 casino games, Part 3, Chapter III, sections 41-43. In cases of positive recommendations for promotion and/or tenure, the Area Director shall forward the recommendation from the Area to the Cooperative Extension Personnel Committee who shall then make a recommendation to the Dean. Upon recommendation from the Cooperative Extension Personnel Committee, the Dean shall append his or her recommendation, if positive, and forward the entire packet to the University Promotion and Tenure Committee.

In the event that the evaluation is negative at either the area or unit level, the faculty can follow the recourse outlined in the grievance procedures as established in Part 3, Chapter II of the University w88 casino games.

All evaluations shall be in writing, with copies provided for the w88 casino games member's personal and personnel files. The purpose of all evaluation processes shall be to inform the w88 casino games member of his or her observed strengths, initiate correction of any observed weaknesses, and provide an opportunity for a mutual discussion of the evaluation.

All evaluations shall be made consistent with Part 3, Chapter III, section 40 of UNR w88 casino games and with the Mission of Cooperative Extension.

Faculty evaluations for promotion and tenure shall be conducted with respect to the criteria as set forth in Standards and Criteria for Promotion and Tenure for Cooperative Extension. The Area Director shall be evaluated annually with respect to the criteria as specified In Part 3, Chapter III, section 20.F.b.of the Cooperative Extension w88 casino games.

1. Re-appointment criteria

   The probationary w88 casino games must achieve an overall rating of satisfactory on the annual evaluation to qualify for reappointment.

Issues pertaining to this chapter shall be addressed as per Part 3, Chapter IV, Sections 45-56 of the University w88 casino games.

Issues pertaining to this chapter shall follow those procedures outlined in Part 3, Chapter V, Sections 57 of the University w88 casino games.

Recommendations for the appointment of new w88 casino games shall originate in the Area. It is the Area Director's responsibility to initiate recruitment of new w88 casino games.

The Area Director shall appoint at least one voting member of Area w88 casino games to search committees. Other members can be added from w88 casino games in other areas or units, Extension staff, and/or the community at large.

The terms and conditions of employment shall be specified in the contract in accordance with the Code, Chapter 5, sub-section 5.4.1through 5.4.4.

The Area Director shall forward selection committee recommendations to the Dean. The Dean shall consider recommendations of the search committee and the Area Director prior to forwarding a final recommendation for the President's approval.

1. Search procedure for the Area Director

   In the case of a vacancy, it is the Area Policies and Procedures Committee Chairperson's responsibility to initiate a meeting of the Area w88 casino games. The Area w88 casino games will delineate and make a recommendation to the Dean as to the process for selection of an interim area director and the scope of the search in hiring the permanent replacement.

2. Removal of the Northeast/Central Area Director

   Northeast/Central Area w88 casino games reserve the right to request removal of the Area Director at any time. Any w88 casino games member may request a meeting of the Northeast/Central Area Peer Review Committee to discuss removal of the Area Director. A recommendation for removal must be by secret ballot of the w88 casino games. A two-thirds majority vote is required for submission of the department request to the Dean and Director.