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Policy No: '''1103'''<br />
Policy No: '''1103'''<br />
Effective Date: '''02/01/10'''<br />
Effective Date: '''02/01/10'''<br />
Revised Date: '''10/26/10'''<br />
Revised Date: '''11/03/15'''<br />
Reviewed Date: '''12/10/13'''<br /><br />
Reviewed Date: '''12/10/13'''<br /><br />
<big>'''Consensual Relationships Policy'''</big>
<big>'''Consensual Relationships Policy'''</big>
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One who enters into a sexual or romantic relationship with a subordinate must realize that when a difference in authority exists within a relationship and a charge of sexual harassment is subsequently lodged, it may be difficult to prove immunity on grounds of mutual consent.<br /><br />
One who enters into a sexual or romantic relationship with a subordinate must realize that when a difference in authority exists within a relationship and a charge of sexual harassment is subsequently lodged, it may be difficult to prove immunity on grounds of mutual consent.<br /><br />
Should an intimate or romantic relationship develop, the supervisor bears the special burden of accountability, including the responsibility to make suitable arrangements for the objective evaluation of the employee. This may include recusal, which is the voluntary relinquishment of the supervisor role and authority.  
Should an intimate or romantic relationship develop, the supervisor bears the special burden of accountability, including the responsibility to make suitable arrangements for the objective evaluation of the employee. This may include recusal, which is the voluntary relinquishment of the supervisor role and authority.  
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==Notice of Non-Discrimination==  
'''6.1''' The University of Nebraska Medical Center declares and affirms a policy of equal educational and employment opportunities, affirmative action in employment, and nondiscrimination in providing its services to the public. Therefore, the University of Nebraska Medical Center shall not discriminate against anyone based on race, age, color, disability, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, political affiliation, Vietnam-era veteran status, or special disabled Veteran status. Sexual harassment in any form, including hostile environment and quid pro quo, is prohibited.
Please see UNMC's [http://www.unmc.edu/titleix/notice-nondiscrimination.html Notice of Non-Discrimination] regarding the University of Nebraska Medical Center's commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment.
==Additional Information==
==Additional Information==
*Human Resources, Employee Relations at 402-559-7394. <br /><br />
*Human Resources, Employee Relations at 402-559-7394. <br /><br />
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