(1) This Policy informs staff members of the provisions with respect to extraordinary leave and its application at ACU. (2) The circumstances that apply to the provision of extraordinary leave for continuing or fixed term staff are set out below: (3) In the event of a National Emergency Declaration by the Federal Government, or a global pandemic declared by the World Health Organisation, a casual or sessional staff member who is impacted by the emergency, is eligible for paid leave, to be taken in the week following the date of the declaration to a maximum of 5 days depending on their normal schedule of work. The leave will be paid at the rate they would have been paid if they had attended their rostered work during the period of leave. (4) This policy applies to all staff of the University as set out in Section 2 (Policy Statement). (5) Continuing and fixed-term staff who have exhausted all their existing paid leave entitlement and who wish to apply for extraordinary leave in accordance with section 2(a) above may discuss their needs with their nominated supervisor and: (6) The application should: (7) In the event of a National Emergency Declaration by the Federal Government, or a global pandemic declared by the World Health Organization, the University will communicate leave arrangements for eligible staff. (8) Information on delegated officers for leave approvals is available in the Delegations of Authority Policy and Register. (9) The revision table includes revisions up until this document was migrated into the new policy system. Any later revisions will show in the Status and Details tab. (10) The University may make changes to this policy from time to time to improve the effectiveness of its operation. In this regard, any staff member who wishes to make any comments about this policy may forward their suggestions to People and Capability. (11) Any staff member who requires assistance in understanding this Policy should first consult their nominated supervisor who is responsible for the implementation and operation of these arrangements in their work area. Should further information or advice be required staff should visit Service Central. (12) For related legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines and any supporting resources please refer to the Associated Information tab.Extraordinary Leave Policy
Section 1 - Policy Purpose
Section 2 - Policy Statement
Continuing and fixed term staff
Casual and sessional staff
Section 3 - Application of Policy
Section 4 - Procedures
Section 5 - Revisions to this Policy
Date
Major, Minor or Editorial
Description
25 May 2019
Editorial
Updated to incorporate Service Central link for further reference, new ACU branding and updated policy template as per ACU Policy Development and Review Policy.
21 June 2022
Minor
Updated to incorporate paid leave entitlement in the event of a National Emergency Declaration.
3 August 2023
Minor
Updated to incorporate provisions of the ACU Staff Enterprise Agreement 2022-2025.
Updated Human Resources to People and Capability.Section 6 - Further Assistance
Section 7 - Associated Information
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