Rule 3357:15-14-26 | Conflict of interest/Commitment for outside activities.
(A) Full-time employees of Stark state college (college) are obligated to devote their working time and efforts primarily to college activities. Given that the college allows and encourages outside activities and relationships that enhance the mission of the college, potential conflicts of interest and commitment, may occur. Outside activities should not, however, interfere with an individuals colleges obligations. Faculty and staff must not use their official college positions for influence or gain. Prior approval from the employee's supervisor and director/dean is required for any earned compensation outside of the college.
(B) Outside activities must not interfere with the employee's college duties or conflict with the employee's college assignments, and must take place outside of the employee's designated work time.
(C) Employees of the college may not use college property or his or her position as an employee of the college for personal gain or to enhance the business opportunities of another individual, company, or organization.
(D) Activities outside of the college shall not result in a conflict of interest or the appearance of such.
(E) Definitions:
(1) Conflict of interest - A conflict of interest exists if financial interests or other opportunities for personal benefit may exert a substantial and improper influence upon an employees professional judgment in exercising college duties or responsibilities.
(2) Earned compensation wages, salaries, tips, and other taxable pay.
(3) Outside activities entrepreneurial or professional services, paid or unpaid. Examples are:
(a) Engaging in outside consulting activity.
(b) Management and oversight of any private businesses.
(c) Announcement as a political candidate.
(F) Approved work activities that serve to enhance the college such as serving on accreditation teams and volunteer work in the community will not be subject to this provision. Prior approval must be obtained from the employees dean/director to participate outside activities during work time.
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