Common use of Excessive Use of Sick Leave Clause in Contracts

Excessive Use of Sick Leave. An employee’s excessive use of sick leave, tardiness, and failing to notify his/her immediate supervisor when absent or tardy, can negatively impact the performance of his/her job or affect others in the performance of their job. Factors that will be considered in determining whether use of sick leave is excessive include, but are not limited to, the number of absences compared to other employees, whether absenteeism is limited to a finite time period or whether it continues over time, the basis for the absenteeism and the significance of the impact on the performance of his/her job, of others and their department. Sick Leave policy updated on July 1, 2015 via Assembly Bill 304 and January 1, 2016 via Senate Bill 579. Smoking Cessation Program Participating employees shall be eligible for a one time incentive payment up to $200 for completion of a certified smoking cessation class which shall be pre-approved by the Risk Manager. Proof of completion must be provided to receive payment. *Said changes may be subject to minor modification, to the benefit of the employees, and shall not become effective until such time as all bargaining units approve. The Risk Manager shall have the authority to approve or deny the eligibility of any and all proposed wellness programs. (Resolution 70-2014)

Excessive Use of Sick Leave. An employee’s excessive use of sick leave, tardiness, and failing to notify his/her immediate supervisor when absent or tardy, can negatively impact the performance of his/her job or affect others in the performance of their job. Factors that will be considered in determining whether use of sick leave is excessive include, but are not limited to, the number of absences compared to other employees, whether absenteeism is limited to a finite time period or whether it continues over time, the basis for the absenteeism and the significance of the impact on the performance of his/her job, of others and their department. Sick Leave policy updated on July 1, 2015 via Assembly Bill 304 and January 1, 2016 via Senate Bill 579. Smoking Cessation Program Participating employees shall be eligible for a one time incentive payment up to $200 for completion of a certified smoking cessation class which shall be pre-approved by the Risk Manager. Proof of completion must be provided to receive payment. *Said changes may be subject to minor modification, to the benefit of the employees, and shall not become effective until such time as all bargaining units approve. The Risk Manager shall have the authority to approve or deny the eligibility of any and all proposed wellness programs. (Resolution 7083-2014)