HR 11.01 City of Portland Human Resources Administrative Rules - Ethical Conduct

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to the ethical conduct rules for City of Portland employees.

Ethical Conduct

The moral principles that govern a person's or group's behavior in public office.

Public Trust

The reliance on public officials to act in the best interest of the public.

Conflict of Interest

A situation in which a public employee's personal interests potentially compromise their professional duties.

Disclosure

The act of revealing or making known information, particularly regarding conflicts of interest.

Supervisor

An individual who oversees employees and ensures that they adhere to ethical standards.

Bureau Director

A leader within the city administration responsible for overseeing specific bureau activities and reports.

Appearance of Impropriety

Behavior that could be perceived as unethical or dishonest by a reasonable observer.

Fraud Hotline

A confidential resource for reporting unethical conduct or fraudulent activities within the city.

Human Resources

The department responsible for managing employee-related processes, including ethics compliance.

Administrative Rule

Official guidelines established to direct conduct within an organization.

Ethics Problem

A situation where an individual's actions may conflict with established ethical standards.

Higher Standard of Conduct

A requirement for behavior that exceeds the minimum legal obligations outlined in state law.

Unlawful Actions

Conduct that violates local, state, or federal laws.

Conduct Reporting

The procedure for employees to inform authorities of unethical or improper behaviors.

Code of Ethics

A set of principles and guidelines designed to help professionals conduct their business honestly and with integrity.