Sick Leave Investigation. If an employee's sick leave usage shows an array of frequency, pattern or timing, e.g., "Friday-Monday, " that the Police Chief finds inconsistent to expected usage, he shall have an interview with the employee and his/her supervisor to determine if the actual circumstances justify further action. Further actions are:
Sick Leave Investigation. A. Sick leave time exceeding one (1) regular workweek may require evidence that the employee was under a doctor’s care. An appointing authority may require certification of the attending physician or practitioner to substantiate that an illness or injury prevents the employee from working.
Sick Leave Investigation. A. If a supervisor believes that an employee is using sick leave for reasons other than the employee’s own illness, the illness of an immediate family member, injury, pregnancy, or the necessity for medical or dental care, the supervisor may initiate an investigation by contacting human resources to discuss the details of the allegations. If human resources agrees with the supervisor’s assessment, the human resources will begin an investigation using County resources and staff. As part of the investigation, the County will contact the employee and ask the employee to provide information to address the County’s concerns. The County will conduct all sick leave investigations in a manner that will provide the necessary operational information while protecting the privacy of the employee to the extent possible.
Sick Leave Investigation. This article will include the right to investigate any claim for sick leave benefits subject to the terms of this Agreement.
