If an employee is absent more than three (3) regular work days, the managing supervisor shall notify Human Resources. Human Resources may provide guidance and leave determination.

Military Leave:

A military leave of absence will be granted to employees who are absent from work because of service in the U.S. uniformed services in accordance with the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). Advance notice of military service is required, unless military necessity prevents it.

Employees will continue to receive full pay while on leave for two-week training assignments and shorter absences. The portion of any military leaves of absence in excess of two weeks will be unpaid. The portion of any military leave of absence in excess of two weeks will be subject to Administrative Council review for payment. Employees may use any available paid time off for the absence. Subject to the terms, conditions, and limitation of the applicable plans for which the employee is otherwise eligible, the College will provide all insurance benefits. Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits will continue to accrue during a military leave of absence. This will continue for the full term of the military  leave of absence on the same term and conditions as if the employee were in active employment with the College.

Employees on two-week active duty training assignments or inactive duty training drills are required to return to work for the first regularly scheduled shift after the end of training, allowing reasonable  travel time. Employees on longer military leave up to 18 months, must apply for reinstatement in accordance with all USERRA and applicable state laws.

Every reasonable effort will be made to return eligible employees to their previous position or a comparable one. They will be treated as though they were continuously employed for purposes of determining length of service for benefits based on length of service, such as the rate of vacation accrual and job seniority rights. Contact the Human Resources department for more information or questions about military leave.

Original: June 2007