De Baca County

ON-LINE: Effective Employee Discipline Training

INSTRUCTOR:  Mark Allen, NMC General Counsel

Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025

Time: 2pm-4:30pm

Participant certificates will be provided.  

Target Audience: Any county supervisor, manager, and HR employees tasked with advising on discipline.  

Description: This training will provide the keys to correct poor performance in a fair and equitable manner without inviting litigation.  Participants will come away with a better understanding of the role of discipline and when it is warranted; progressive discipline and determining the appropriate discipline; drafting effective disciplinary documents; conducting predetermination (Loudermill) hearings and understanding the principles of due process; the importance of treating employees fairly & consistently; the roles of the supervisor/manager, HR, and legal in the disciplinary process; and the keys to avoiding liability when imposing disciplinary action. The principles taught (if followed) will increase the odds of avoiding disciplinary appeals and winning if appealed.

Registration Link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AthlhFgUSN6V6DPo3fJVkw

Description

This 16-hour training teaches students verbal de-escalation skills that apply psychology to aid highly agitated person in bringing their emotions under control.  This training is intended for Detention Staff and Sheriff’s Deputies.  Course is free to NMC Law Enforcement Insurance Pool Members.  Non-members can inquire about attending (pending availability) for a fee.  See attached flyer for more details. This course meets the annual NMLEA requirement.

https://www.nmcounties.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/16-Hr-De-Escalation-Albuq-April-2025-1.pdf

RSVP

Description

This four-day course is designed to be interactive with live scenario situations.  It is focused on teaching public safety personnel the art of peer support. Participants will gain crucial knowledge about communication skills and techniques that are effective in supportively working with people to gain a mutually beneficial outcome.  Participants will also learn to address people in crisis in a manner that reduces tension and the possibility for physical injury to anyone involved. This course is accredited by the NMLEA.  See attached flyer for more details.

https://www.nmcounties.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Basic-Peer-Support-May-Albq.-2025.pdf

RSVP