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Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Vacation
WHAT YOU RECEIVE :
For information regarding eligibility and accruals, please refer to respective bargaining unit contract for represented employees or compensation plus for excluded employees.
Bereavement Leave
WHAT YOU RECEIVE :
In accordance with bargaining unit contracts, a permanent employee is allowed paid time off in the event of the death of a family member. As with any paid leave, employees should review their collective bargaining agreement and consult with their supervisor for specific information regarding qualifying relationships and the amount of time available.
Jury Duty
WHAT YOU RECEIVE :
In general, if called for jury duty, employees serve with no loss of pay as long as all fees received for jury duty are remitted to the State. Employees do not have to remit any payment received for travel expenses. Employees must notify their supervisor if called for jury duty and discuss specific conditions concerning work schedules. Employees on Alternate Work Week Schedules should return to the traditional 5-8-40 schedule during the duration of jury duty.
Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL)
WHAT YOU RECEIVE :
An employee who is disabled due to pregnancy or childbirth is entitled to take a Pregnancy Disability Leave for the period of the actual disability of six weeks up to four months.
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)/CFRA
WHAT YOU RECEIVE :
After 12 months of State service and 1250 hours worked in prior 12 months, FMLA/CFRA authorizes up to 12 work weeks of paid or unpaid, job-protected leave with employer paid health, dental, and vision benefits for a 12-month period for eligible employees who have a valid family/medical reason.
Non-Industrial Disability Insurance (NDI)
WHAT YOU RECEIVE :
NDI is a wage continuation program for State employees suffering a nonwork-related injury or illness. NDI provides up to $135 per week for 26 weeks during an injury or illness. Employees under the State's Annual Leave Program (ALP) receive 50% of their gross pay for the same period. This program is fully paid by the State and is typically used after the employee has exhausted his/her sick leave. For additional information, visit the following: Department of Personnel Administration, Personnel Operations Manual Section "NDI" and NDI Checklist.
Industrial Disability Leave (IDL)
WHAT YOU RECEIVE :
Workers' compensation benefits are provided to employees who are injured on the job or become ill due to the job. Workers' Compensation is separate from personal health insurance. There is no deductible and all approved medical bills are paid. An employee who is injured or becomes ill as a direct result of his/her job, must report such an injury or illness to his/her supervisor as soon as possible. For additional information regarding the Workers' Compensation Program, visit the Workers' Compensation site at the Department of Personnel Administration.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
WHAT YOU RECEIVE:
Employees are allowed to take unpaid leave with a guarantee they can return to their former position when the leave ends. An unpaid leave of absence allows an employee to be away from his/her job for an extended period of time for reasons other than an approved paid leave. The employee will be offered the opportunity to continue his/her medical benefits during the unpaid leave through the "Direct Pay" process. For additional information, visit the Department of Personnel Administration. |
