All at-will fulltime employees will be entitled to bereavement leave with pay upon the death of a relative, for a limited period of time with a maximum of 5 days. The length of leave will be determined by the director based upon the closeness of the relationship and the location of burial services. For purposes of this policy, relative means immediate family to include: spouse, parents, spouse’s parents, children, grandchildren, brother and sisters. Consideration may be given for limited leave in the event of the death of other family members.
Revised October 2004