Recently, Valencia College received information from an external party alleging behavior by you that is potentially in violation of College policies, processes, and procedures. Based on the nature of the reported information, the College is reviewing this matter internally to determine the necessity of further institutional response. To minimize any potential disruption to student learning during. or as a result of this review, and to allow for a thorough review of all available information, effective immediately you are hereby placed on Administrative Leave of Absence with Pay (based upon your assigned responsibilities as Professor, Political Science) in accordance with College Policy 6Hx28:3D-

02 Leaves of Absence. This leave status may be reevaluated should new information become available, should your leave adversely affect department operational needs, or at the conclusion of the review into these circumstances.

The College has set forth the following expectations of you while on Administrative Leave of Absence with Pay:

• You are directed to not perform any work for the College unless specifically directed to do so by me or the Office of Organizational Development and Human Resources;
• You must still be available during your scheduled work hours, timely check your Valencia College email for communications from the College, and with reasonable notice, be available to speak with us in case additional information is needed;
• As you are not actively performing work for Valencia College during this time, you are not permitted to enter any Valencia College property or utilize network/systems (beyond communicating with the points of contact noted below) unless authorized by me or a representative from the Office of Organizational Development and Human Resources;
• To maintain the effectiveness, discretion, and integrity of the process and to minimize further disruption, you are encouraged to use professional judgment when speaking with College employees or other Valencia-related parties (which may include students and /or vendors) except for me or Organizational Development Human Resources during this leave;
• 1 (and ODHR/Employee Relations) will be your Valencia main point of contact during the administrative leave period.

As outlined in the referenced policy and procedure, your placement on Administrative Leave of Absence with Pay is not considered disciplinary in nature and is considered a temporary action taken by the College during the review being undertaken. As this action is not disciplinary, it is not an appealable or grievable matter. Also, Administrative Leave of Absence with Pay does not impact your salary or benefits. Please note that through the remainder of your Administrative Leave of Absence with Pay, you are expected to continue to abide by all established college policies, processes, and procedures.

Our goal is to review this matter in a timely manner and determine any next steps as may be indicated. I (or a representative from Organizational Development or Human Resources) will be contacting you soon to discuss this matter further. Your cooperation and availability are greatly appreciated during this process. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.