Common use of Extended Leave of Absence for Illness Clause in Contracts

Extended Leave of Absence for Illness. a. If a person is absent beyond accumulated sick leave because of illness for a period of five (5) months or less, a leave of absence may be requested at the expiration of accumulated sick leave. The reasons, anticipated date of return and doctor's confirmation shall be included in the request. Such leave, if granted, protects an employee's employment until the expiration of such leave. Vacation pay, holiday pay, sick leave, or longevity benefits are not earned by employees on such leave. b. If, at the conclusion of this leave of absence, the unit member is still unable to assume the duties of the position, the unit member shall be placed on a reemployment list for a period of thirty-nine (39) months. If, at any time during the prescribed thirty-nine (39) months the unit member is able to assume the vacancy in the classification of previous assignment, reemployment will take preference over all other applicants except for those laid off for lack of work or funds in which case the unit member shall be ranked according to proper seniority.

Extended Leave of Absence for Illness. a. If a person is absent beyond accumulated sick leave because of illness for a period of five (5) months or less, a leave of absence may be requested at the expiration of accumulated sick leave. The reasons, anticipated date of return and doctor's confirmation shall be included in the request. Such leave, if granted, protects an employee's employment until the expiration of such leave. Vacation pay, holiday pay, sick leave, or longevity benefits are not earned by employees on such leave. b. . If, at the conclusion of this leave of absence, the unit member is still unable to assume the duties of the position, the unit member shall be placed on a reemployment list for a period of thirty-nine (39) months. If, at any time during the prescribed thirty-nine (39) months the unit member is able to assume the vacancy in the classification of previous assignment, reemployment will take preference over all other applicants except for those laid off for lack of work or funds in which case the unit member shall be ranked according to proper seniority.