I. General Policy

This policy applies to staff that are eligible for benefits

Individuals may request Bereavement Leave if a close relative or loved one (a person for whom they have substantial responsibility) dies. The supervisor, subject to department chair/director approval, may grant up to four days leave (32 hours) for a full-time employee.

The amount of time a part-time employee may be granted depends on the proportion of a full year that they are regularly scheduled to work. For example, an employee who works 20 hours a week (50 percent of full time) could be granted a maximum of two days (50 percent of four days).

The amount of time granted depends on the relationship the individual has with the deceased, the individual's level of responsibility for the arrangements, travel time needed, conditions of work in the individual's department, and other relevant circumstances. Individuals who need more than four days may take benefit time, if available.

II. Responsible Official and Key Offices to Contact Regarding the Policy and its Implementation

Responsible Official: Executive Vice President for Operations, Finance, & Support

Key Office: Human Resources

See also:

Benefits Eligibility

Benefit Time Policy

Medical Leaves

Personal/Family Leaves

Policy History

Clerical Change

January 10, 2018

September 30, 2022 (Updated responsible official)

February 1, 2023

August 15, 2023

March 4, 2024

Supersedes

Policy No. 404-93, 1/01/93
Policy 401-82, (Emergency Leave), 07/01/82