Responsibilities of Heads of Departments and Agencies
- Heads of departments or agencies must ensure that all their officers and employees strictly observe the prescribed office hours.
- They must require the recording of daily attendance using the proper forms.
- Whenever possible, attendance should be recorded via a bundy clock or equivalent system.
Non-compliance Observed in Local Government Units
- It was noted that Sanggunian Secretaries and Heads of Departments in Local Government Units (LGUs) have been neglecting prescribed office hours.
- These officials also failed to properly record their daily attendance.
- Such violations are detrimental to the efficiency and integrity of public service.
Administrative Discipline
- Failure to observe prescribed office hours and attendance recording may be subject to administrative disciplinary actions.
- This underscores the importance of discipline in government service delivery.
Directive for Strict Implementation
- Pursuant to CSC en banc Resolution No. 93-4664 dated October 19, 1993, all heads of LGUs including governors, mayors, vice governors, and vice mayors are enjoined to strictly implement the Civil Service Rules on Office Hours.
Specific Instructions to Sanggunian Secretaries and Department Heads
- Sanggunian Secretaries and Department Heads within LGUs are directed to comply fully with prescribed office hours.
- They must record their attendance in a manner compliant with Civil Service rules and regulations.
Effectivity
- This Memorandum Circular took effect immediately upon issuance on November 22, 1993.
Legal Authority and Issuance
- The directive was issued under the authority of the Civil Service Commission (CSC), signed by Chairperson Patricia A. Sto. Tomas.
- It aligns with the CSC Omnibus Rules Implementing Book V of Executive Order 292.
- The aim is to promote discipline and improve the efficiency of public service in local government units.