(A) Leave of absence must be requested in writing and may be granted to employees with the written approval of the Board. Leave of absence may be granted for a period of up to six months and will be unpaid.
(B) During a leave of absence, the employee may retain his or her group insurance policy, but it will be the responsibility of the employee to pay the full group rate after 90 days. During the leave, the employee will not accrue time, nor will he or she be eligible for any other benefits set out herein. The employee is covered under health benefits for the first 90 days of leave.
(C) An employee on an approved leave must notify his or her supervisor of his or her intent to return to work at least two weeks in advance. The city will make every effort to place the employee in a comparable position and pay upon his or her return to work. However, there is no guarantee of being placed in the exact vacated position. The returning employee will be considered for open positions available upon his or her return. The returning employee will not be allowed to displace another employee. Failure to report for a work assignment at the designated return date specified will result in termination, unless an extension is requested and approved.
(Ord. 2013-7, passed 8-28-2013)