Time Off Questions and Answers

Can ChoiceTime for full-time employees be carried over from one year to the next?
Any combination of ChoiceTime or vacation, up to a maximum of 5 days, can be carried forward to the next anniversary year. All other vacation or ChoiceTime must be used prior to each employee's next anniversary date or it is lost.

What are the requirements for using a ChoiceTime day for full-time employees?
You are required to request your ChoiceTime day 5 working days in advance. Of course, if you are using a ChoiceTime day for illness, that may not be possible.

Do new full-time employees need to complete their 90-day probationary period before using any ChoiceTime?
No. Newly hired employees begin earning ChoiceTime days immediately. ChoiceTime days are earned at the end of each full calendar month worked up to a maximum of 7 days in the first year. ChoiceTime days can be used as they are earned with manager approval and at least 5 days notice.

Is ChoiceTime available to part-time employees?
Yes. Eligible part-time employees can begin earning ChoiceTime after one year of cumulative service. However, there are specific rules for earning and using ChoiceTime that apply to part-time employees. Please refer to your local HR department for details on how ChoiceTime applies to part-time employees.

What happens if I have to work one of our paid holidays?
In some situations, the company may schedule work on a paid holiday if deemed necessary. Employees required to work on a holiday receive their normal rate of pay, but are entitled to a full-day off to be used at another time, generally within the next 30 days. Employees must request these substitute holidays in writing, and their management must approve them.

What paid holidays do (U.S.) employees receive?
Several holidays are recognized by all U.S. offices throughout the country. These are New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. Additional or substitute holidays may be recognized by the groups based on regional considerations. If a holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, it will be observed on a Friday or Monday.

How can employees use the one floating holiday that they receive each year?
Employees can use the floating holiday for a federal, state, religious or regional holiday not listed above. In the event a group recognizes additional holidays based on regional considerations, the group may designate the floating holiday for this purpose.

What is the company leave policy for bereavement? How many days are allowed for funeral and grieving time?
Bereavement leave is granted to all full-time and part-time employees. Up to three consecutive calendar days off with pay based on hours worked in a normal workday. Up to two consecutive calendar days off with pay may be granted for long distance travel, if required. Please refer to the Time Off section of your employee handbook for more details.

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