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HomeMy WebLinkAboutC02.0 Dress Code �'l3llRl�ll `Y 111CJ- 1' E A S CITY OF GRAPEVINE ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY SUBJECT- DRESS CODE SECTION. C NUMBER: 2.0 PREPARED BY- City Manager's Office REVISED DATE: 02/01/2014 PAGE: 1 of 3 PURPOSE 2.1 The purpose of a Grapevine City Dress Code policy is to ensure employees display a business image to the general public. Employees should wear clothing that is comfortable and practical for work, but not distracting or offensive to others. No dress code can cover all contingencies so employees must exert a certain amount of judgment in their choice of clothing to wear to work. If you experience uncertainty about acceptable business casual or casual attire for work, please ask your supervisor. 2.2 City employees must maintain the highest standards of personal cleanliness and grooming and shall present a neat business like appearance at all times during working hours. 2.3 Presenting a professional image creates a favorable impression for the City, promotes respect among co-workers, and encourages higher working standards. POLICY 2.4 Due to the many types of jobs within the City, several different dress standards are necessary. Employees who are in doubt as to which dress standard applies to them should contact their supervisor. In times of extreme snow or ice, when a specific short term situation dictates or when medical conditions exist, variations may be made allowed by each department head. Clothing with inappropriate words, phrases, pictures, or designs is not acceptable. 2.5 Where this policy conflicts with a department policy, the more restrictive policy applies. 2.6 Standard Dress Policy - Office Employees (Non-Uniformed) 2.6.1 Males - Appropriate dress for males include dress slacks with appropriate shirt; long or short sleeve with collar and dress-type footwear worn with socks. Sport coats or suit coats and ties are optional, but are recommended for a professional appearance when attending meetings outside of City offices. �'l3llRl�ll `Y 111CJ- 1' E A S CITY OF GRAPEVINE ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY SUBJECT- DRESS CODE SECTION. C NUMBER: 2.0 PREPARED BY- City Manager's Office REVISED DATE: 02/01/2014 PAGE: 2 of 3 2.6.2 Examples of inappropriate dress for males include tee-shirts, sleeveless shirts, shorts, athletic clothing, sandals, and canvas or athletic-type shoes. 2.6.3 Females - Appropriate dress for females include dresses, suits, skirts, or slacks with appropriate blouse, shirt, sweater, or jacket and appropriate footwear. 2.6.4 Examples of inappropriate dress for females include logo tee-shirts (with the exception of City related logo shirts), tank, or midriff tops, spaghetti strap dresses, shorts, athletic clothing, and canvas or athletic-type footwear. 2.7 Uniformed Employees 2.7.1 Uniform shirts will be worn at all times. Shirts will be kept buttoned and tucked in at all times. 2.7.2 Long pants (uniform trousers, if issued) will be worn at all times. Pants and shirts must be free of rips, holes, or tears. 2.7.3 Each department will determine what type of shoes to wear based on the safety needs of the job. 2.7 Exceptions to Standard - Dress Policy - The above stated guidelines will govern normal work situations; however, there may be instances where exceptions may be made. It will be up to the department head or immediate supervisor to determine if an exception applies. 2.8 Business Casual Dress Policy - Fridays throughout the year, and other days recognized by the City Manager will be designated as Casual Dress days. Departments may require that Standard work attire be worn on specific casual days depending on the circumstances. This determination will be left up to the discretion of the respective department head. In any instance, a neat and professional appearance is expected at all times regardless of the situation. 2.8.1 Males -Appropriate dress for Business Casual days includes slacks, khakis or jeans (without holes or tears). Shirts must have a collar and sleeves and be tucked in at all times. Appropriate footwear should be worn with socks. 2.8.2 Examples of inappropriate dress include sleeveless tee-shirts, shorts, �'l3llRl�ll `Y 111CJ- 1' E A S CITY OF GRAPEVINE ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY SUBJECT- DRESS CODE SECTION. C NUMBER: 2.0 PREPARED BY- City Manager's Office REVISED DATE: 02/01/2014 PAGE: 3 of 3 athletic clothing. 2.8.3 Females - Appropriate dress for Business Casual days includes slacks, khakis, jeans and capris. Appropriate footwear should be worn. 2.8.4 Examples of inappropriate dress include casual tee-shirts, tank tops, spaghetti strap dresses or backless dresses, shorts, athletic clothing. 2.9 If questionable attire is worn in the office, the respective department supervisor will hold a private discussion with the employee to advice and counsel the employee regarding the inappropriateness of the attire. 2.10 If an obvious policy violation occurs, the department supervisor will hold a private discussion with the employee and ask the employee to go home and change his/her attire immediately.