WDLT Employee Handbook

LEAVE OF ABSENCE

Responsibilities

Employee Responsibilities:

Understand and comply with the terms of this policy.

Provide timely and accurate notice for leave requests.

Submit all required documentation promptly.

Communicate regularly with Human Resources regarding their leave status

and anticipated return to work.

Adhere to any conditions or restrictions placed on their leave.

Manager Responsibilities:

Notifying Human Resources: Managers who receive a request for leave or

become aware of an employee's need for leave for any reason (including, but

not limited to, medical conditions, family care needs, military service, or

domestic violence/sexual assault situations) must immediately notify

Human Resources. Even if the employee states they do not wish to take a

formal leave or believe they are ineligible, the manager must still notify HR

so that HR can determine eligibility and provide the employee with all

necessary information and rights.

Advising Employees: Managers should advise employees who inquire about

or indicate a need for leave to contact Human Resources directly for

detailed information regarding their eligibility, rights, and responsibilities

under this policy and applicable laws. Managers should not provide

definitive advice on leave eligibility or duration.

Human Resources Responsibilities:

Administer this policy consistently and in compliance with all applicable

federal and state laws.

Provide employees with necessary information and forms related to leave

requests.

Maintain confidentiality of employee medical and personal information

related to leave.

Communicate decisions regarding leave requests in a timely manner.

Policy Administration

The Human Resources Department will administer this policy. Any questions

regarding this policy or specific leave situations should be directed to Human

Resources.

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