Common use of TEMPORARY LIGHT DUTY ASSIGNMENT Clause in Contracts

TEMPORARY LIGHT DUTY ASSIGNMENT. Employees who have experienced an illness or injury and who are released to return to work on a regular or reduced schedule basis but with temporary restrictions, as supported by medical documentation, may request a temporary light duty assignment. When such a request is made, the request will be reviewed for approval by the State Entity’s Human Resources Director or designee. A temporary light duty assignment is for a specified time and limited purpose and fulfills necessary job duties and responsibilities appropriate for the Employee’s skills and level of experience as determined by the State Entity and which the Employee can perform without violating any medical restriction(s) imposed as a result of a temporary illness or injury. The Employee will be compensated at their normal rate of pay for the temporary duty hours worked. A temporary light duty assignment does not create a right for the Employee to permanently perform the duties or occupy that or any other position on a regular basis. A temporary light duty request or assignment under this Article does not supersede or modify the procedures applicable to Employees eligible for short-term disability (STD), long term disability (LTD), Workers’ Compensation, reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or leave benefits under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). In the event that any conflict arises between these laws, applicable benefit plans or provisions of this Article, the laws and applicable benefit plans shall control. Nothing in this Article is meant to alter the State’s or Employee’s rights or obligations under the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA), ADA, the FMLA, the State’s STD or LTD Insurance plans or Workers’ Compensation regulations.