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to the start of his/her normal working hours. If an emergency prevents the employee from notifying his/her supervisor at such time, the employee must call his/her immediate supervisor as soon as possible during the workday. 16. DISMISSAL OR LAY OFF All new employees shall be on probation for a period of one hundred eighty (180) days. Continued employment during this period shall rest solely with the discretion of the Utilities Commission. Subsequent to that period, the employee shall attain regular status subject to the following: Employees on regular status may be dismissed only for cause, which may include, but is not limited to, the following: Improper conduct or language, insubordination, failure to do the work assigned, dishonesty or stealing, sale, transfer of, or possession of, or being under the influence of intoxicating beverages or controlled or mood altering substances while on the job. The Utility Commission reserves the right to eliminate positions or reduce the hours associated with a position 17. JOB POSTING As position vacancies occur at the Utility, the position's job description will be posted in a prominent location to inform employees of the vacancy. Employees that wish to be considered for the position are encouraged to contact the appropriate decision-maker(s) indicated on the posting. The Utility may also advertise the vacancy to attract external candidates. The Utility retains its managerial rights and will solely decide who is best qualified to fill the vacant position either from current employees or applicants outside the company. 18. PERFORMANCE REVIEWS An employee's immediate supervisor or department head normally will conduct a performance review on an annual basis. Employee performance, however, may be coached or reviewed formally or informally at any time. Performance reviews are an opportunity for employees, management, and the Utility to assess an individual's job performance and to assure the continuing improvement of every employee's performance. The performance review system is designed to: • Ensure that quality services are provided to the public at the least possible cost; • Motivate and develop employees to their fullest potential; 16