One objective of Human Resources is to develop systemwide policies and local programs that foster a positive workplace environment. Such donations ensure salary continuation during needed leave. This leave-sharing program is available for all eligible staff and academic personnel across fund sources, divisions and departments. Individual catastrophic leave accounts are not credited with vacation leave balances that exceed the amount needed to ensure continuation of the employee's regular salary during the employee's approved catastrophic leave. For simplicity and audit purposes, accrued vacation credits shall be transferred hour for hour, regardless of differing pay scales.
All donations are voluntary and confidential.
Eligible leave credits for donation is limited to vacation credits. Sick leave and CTO credits may not be donated. If employee, due to incapacitation, is unable to make the request, a representative may submit the request on the employee's behalf. The total amount of donated leave may not exceed an amount sufficient to ensure the continuance of regular compensation. Department Chairperson or Department Head reviews the request and, prior to the final decision, consults with Employee and Labor Relations.