This guide will provide instruction to state supervisors in proper counseling techniques. Specifically, it provides an overview of the counseling process, guidelines pertaining to both the counseling session and the counseling memo, and a summary of contractual provisions governing the counseling process.

It is not intended to be applicable to every situation, nor does it supersede the terms of the collective bargaining agreements or otherwise established policies or practices of state departments or agencies.

Supervisors are encouraged to discuss specific questions, problems, or unusual circumstances with appropriate level supervisors or Human Resource Management at ext. 4822.