In re Cole

This appeal arises from the termination from employment of the petitioner, James Cole, by the respondent, the New Hampshire Department of Information Technology (DOIT). The New Hampshire Personnel Appeals Board (PAB) upheld Cole's termination. On appeal, Cole argues that his termination did not comply with New Hampshire Administrative Rules, Per 1002.08 because he did not receive three written letters of warning in accordance with New Hampshire Administrative Rules, Per 1002.04 for the same or substantially similar conduct or offense. DOIT argues that we lack subject matter jurisdiction to…