The personnel policies outlined in this Staff Handbook provide a general guide for administrative and support staff and their supervisors at Colby College and do not establish employment guarantees or contract rights for any or all employees. Colby College intends to offer fair and consistent treatment of its employees and this Handbook provides a framework within which that can be done. Colby, however, reserves the right to unilaterally modify, add to, delete from, or to make exceptions to the policies and procedures stated in this Handbook, without notice, as it deems necessary.

Every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of the material herein. The specific procedures relating to compensation, benefits, disciplinary matters, etc. are not part of this Handbook. Supervisors have the responsibility to ensure that employees under their supervision are knowledgeable about Colby policies and procedures affecting their staff. To be certain of the latest description of policies and benefits, employees should contact the Office of Personnel Services. In the event of a question about the meaning of any part of this Handbook, Colby's interpretation will prevail.

Further general information about the College may be obtained in the Catalogue, Colby magazine, and The Annual Report of the President. Several other more specialized publications, many of which are referred to in this Handbook, may also be of interest to staff members.