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Leave - Special Leave Procedure

This is not a current document. It has been repealed and is no longer in force.

Section 1 - Purpose

(1) The purpose of this Procedure is to detail the steps and responsibilities associated with applying for and taking special leave.

(3) This Procedure requires actions by the following:

(4) The key activities in this Procedure are:

(5) Notify your Executive Dean / Head of Office, in writing, of your request for special leave.

(6) Consult with the staff member and their supervisor to determine whether special leave would be appropriate in the circumstances.

(7) Where appropriate, recommend the request for special leave to the Director, Human Resources for consideration.

(8) In determining approval for special leave, consider such matters as the:

reason for the request;
nature and likely duration of the illness, injury or incapacity;
prognosis for return to full duties;
staff member’s employment and leave history;
staff member’s performance; and
other financial options available to the staff member including incapacity benefits, insurance policies etc.

(9) Where appropriate, approve the special leave request.

(10) Notify the staff member and the Executive Dean / Head of Office, in writing, of the outcome of the request.

(11) Where approved, process the special leave application and maintain records for reporting and compliance purposes.

(12) Nil.

(13) Commonly defined terms are located in the University Glossary.