Quincy College prides itself on the professional atmosphere it maintains and the positive image that employees present as representatives of the College. As part of that effort, Quincy College requires employees’ appearance be appropriate for the workplace setting and for the work being performed.
Quincy College’s usual dress practice is considered primarily Professional/Business Attire.
The Quincy College dress code shall apply to working hours and any College sponsored work related functions/events.
Professional/Business Attire excludes:
- jeans;
- shorts;
- short skirts;
- exercise pants or athletic wear;
- leggings;
- t-shirts;
- sleeveless shirts (unless worn under a sweater, blouse or jacket);
- inappropriate clothing;
- beach wear;
- any hooded garments;
- torn, stained, worn or dirty clothing;
- flip flops, thong-style sandals and;
- sneakers
Although this list is not intended to be all-inclusive, it should help to set general parameters for proper attire. Adjustments will be made where appropriate as a reasonable accommodation under our anti-discrimination policies and commitment to reasonable accommodations. Any staff requesting an accommodation should contact Human Resources.
In addition to the above general requirements, Laboratory Science/Clinical/Nursing/Select Program/Facility/Security staff shall wear appropriate attire and appropriate footwear as approved by their Dean/Department Head.
If you have any questions about the above information, please discuss with your supervisor. You may also contact Human Resources with questions.
Human Resources will review this policy with all new employees as part of new employee orientation.
Original: June 2006
Revised: January 2021