CITY OF PORTLAND

HUMAN RESOURCES

ADMINISTRATIVE RULES

EMPLOYEE BEHAVIOR & EXPECTATIONS

DRESS AND APPEARANCE

Dress & Appearance

A clean, neat and professional appearance is a requirement of the City of Portland. It is expected that all employees will exercise good judgement and dress appropriately for their jobs. Different styles will be necessary depending on the degree of customer contact, the nature of the work, work location, and safety issues. Clothing that displays offensive slogans is prohibited.

Bureau Responsibility

Bureau managers shall establish guidelines applicable for appropriate attire for their departments, as well as any exceptions, depending on the assignments and working environments.

Administrative Rule History

Adopted by Council March 6, 2002

Effective April 5, 2002