TYLER, Texas — Smith County Animal Shelter Director Amber Greene was terminated from her position Tuesday after an investigation found she made derogatory comments and allowed her employees "to use racial slurs."

In her termination of employment letter obtained by CBS19, it reveals that Greene was terminated effective Sept. 9. The investigation found that her behavior directly violated Smith County's anti-discrimination and harassment policies along with the ethical responsibilities entrusted to her as a leader.

"As a leader, your actions set the tone for the entire team. Making disparaging or inappropriate comments undermines the culture of respect and integrity we strive to uphold. Your behavior has been found to be inconsistent with the expectations of your role and the responsibiliti

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