Departmental Values, Ethical Conduct, and Professionalism.

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Performance Objectives

• Identify 12 areas detailed in the State Ethic Laws and Administrative Rules, which govern the conduct of all State employees

• Identify 12 expectations of Departmental staff as emphasized in the Code of Ethics

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Performance Objectives

• Identify 20 topics that are found in the IDOC Standards of Conduct

• Identify 4 components of making ethical decisions

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General Standards of Conduct

• Impartiality• Proper channels• Guard against

private gain• Avoid conflict of

interest

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Ethical Issues

• Gifts, Entertainment, Food, & Drink• Honoraria• Appearances, Activities, & Expenses• Political Activity• Moonlighting• Conflict of Interest• Compensation for Official Duties

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Ethical Issues

• Confidential Information• Special Terms & Benefits• Use of State Property, Personnel, Time• Post-Employment Restrictions• Nepotism

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IDOC Code of Ethics

I shall maintain high standards of honesty, integrity, and impartiality free from any personal considerations, favoritism, or partisan demands

in connection with my duties.

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IDOC Code of Ethics

I shall be courteous, considerate, and prompt when dealing with the public, realizing that as

state employees and employees of the Department, we serve the public.

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IDOC Code of Ethics

I shall maintain mutual respect and professional cooperation in my relationships with staff members of the

Department of Correction.

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IDOC Code of Ethics

I shall be firm, fair, and consistent in the performance of my duties and shall not allow my personal convictions, beliefs, prejudices, or biases to interfere with my official acts or decisions.

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IDOC Code of Ethics

I shall uphold the provisions of the United States Constitution, the Constitution of the State of Indiana, federal and state laws, rules and regulations, and the policies and procedures of the

Department.

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IDOC Code of Ethics

I shall conduct myself, whether on-duty or off-duty, in a manner that will not bring dishonor or disrepute to the Department or the State of Indiana.

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IDOC Code of Ethics

I shall maintain the confidentiality of any

information entrusted to me and designated as

confidential.

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IDOC Code of Ethics

I shall not use my position with the Department for

personal gain.

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IDOC Code of Ethics

I shall not discriminate against any person, including offenders, other staff persons, or the public, in any manner on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability.

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IDOC Code of Ethics

I shall not accept nor solicit, from anyone including offenders and/or offender families or acquaintances, anything of value,

including a gift, gratuity, favor,

entertainment, or loan, which is

or may appear to be designed

to influence any official conduct.

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IDOC Code of Ethics

I shall maintain the highest standards of personal hygiene, grooming, and neatness while on-duty or when representing the Department in any manner.

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IDOC Code of Ethics

I shall report any corrupt or unethical behavior that

could impact upon the operation of the

Department.

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Information and Standards of Conduct

IDOC Information and Standards

of Conduct (Policy 04-03-103)

establishes information and

standards of conduct for all

Department staff.

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Information and Standards of Conduct

• Personal Gain• Conflicts of Interest• Solicitation and Selling• Trafficking• Contact/Relationships• Discrimination

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Information and Standards of Conduct

• Duty to Report• Use of Physical Force• Use of Intoxicants• Use of Tobacco• Insubordination• Searches• Arrests/Convictions

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Information and Standards of Conduct

• Dereliction of Duty• Use of Slang, Derogatory References• Leaving a Duty Post• Confidentiality• Nepotism• Reporting• Conduct Unbecoming

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Groundwork for Making Ethical Decisions

• We all have the power to decide what we do and what we say

• We are responsible for the consequences of our choices

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Components to Making Ethical Decisions

• Taking choices seriously• Recognizing important decisions• Good decisions are both ethical and effective• Discernment and discipline

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The ethical decisions you make are a reflection not only on the Department and the State, but

ultimately on you.

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Congratulations! You have completed

the module on “Departmental Values,

Ethical Conduct, and Professionalism”.

If you have any questions, review the

module again.

Please proceed to the next module.Thank You!

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