Scenario 1:

Jessica is a new fitness trainer that shows plenty of promise, she is also very attractive. She has been on the job for 7 months earning her place on the crew and has the respect of her peers for her hard work and motivation. Recently you notice that Jessica has become interested in Joe. She is obviously flirting with him and often makes sexual innuendos when he is seriously speaking to her about work-related matters. You know that Joe is a happily married man, and you can sense that Jessica's flirtations and innuendos are starting to make him uncomfortable. On top of that people are starting to gossip that there might be something more to Jessica and Joe than a work relationship. You know that it is not true as Joe is in your carpool and returns to his family every evening. Last night on the way home, Joe confided in you that Jessica tried to kiss him while the two were alone, but Joe told her he was not interested. Joe is also very stressed that these false rumors may get back to his wife. The next morning you notice Jessica's behavior is even more aggressive towards Joe.

What are Joe's options?

As Joe's supervisor, what can you do?

Scenario 2:

Coach Jones is a well-liked person who gets the best results out of his players and wins lots of awards. He has a habit of touching players on the shoulder or arm when he talks to them and most players see him as a friendly outgoing person. Sandy has been on the team for seven months and is the first female football player on the Wildcat's football team. In addition to touching the players during conversations, he also smacks his players on the buttocks as they head onto the field. He does the same with Sandy when she is sent out on the field. She has said nothing to the coach but later tells another team player that this makes her feel uneasy.

1. Is this sexual harassment? Explain your answer in detail.

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