Information About Coronavirus Related Leaves of Absence
Effective January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022, CSUMB is providing Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (SPSL) in accordance with Senate Bill 114 to employees who meet the eligibility criteria.
Each eligible employee may request up to 80 hours of Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (SPSL) to be used between January 1, 2022, and December 31, 2022. Unused SPSL has no value if an employee separates from CSU employment. Where leave usage restrictions apply, permissible reasons for leave are noted below.
Qualifying Reasons to Use of up to 40 hours (5 days) Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (SPSL)
1. I am subject to quarantine or isolation period related to COVID-19 as defined by federal, state or local orders or guidelines.
2. I am advised by a health care provider to isolate or quarantine due to concerns related to COVID-19.
3. I am attending an appointment for myself or my family member to receive a COVID-19 vaccine or a vaccine booster. [I have read the leave usage restrictions that may apply to vaccinations (including boosters) below in the next box.]
4. I am experiencing symptoms, or caring for a family member experiencing symptoms, related to a COVID-19 vaccine or
vaccine booster that prevents the employee from being able to work. [If requested, I understand I must provide verification from a health care provider to use SPSL for this reason beyond 3 days 24 hours). I further understand that the 3 day or 24-hour limitation applies to each vaccine or vaccine booster for me or my family member and includes the time used to get the vaccine or vaccine booster.]
5. I am experiencing COVID-19 symptoms and seeking a medical diagnosis.
6. I am caring for a family member who is subject to a quarantine or isolation order or guideline or who has been advised to isolate or quarantine by a health care provider due to concerns related to COVID-19.
7. I am caring for a child whose school or place of care is closed or otherwise unavailable for reasons related to COVID-19 on the premises.
Qualifying Reason to Use of up to an additional 40 hours (5 days) Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (SPSL):
1. I have tested positive for COVID-19, or a family member that is under my care has tested positive for COVID-19.
How to Request Leave due to COVID-19
1. Review the criteria and eligibility for the different types of leave available.
2. Request the time off with your administrator.
3. Complete but do not sign the SPSL Form.
4. Send the unsigned form to leaves@csumb.edu
5. UP will route the form for signatures and payroll processing
6. If you tested outside of the Otter Student Union Testing Center, please email an image of the positive test result
to leaves@csumb.edu in order to be approved for SLSP pay.
7. Consult with Human Resources leaves@csumb.edu if you have questions about eligibility, the approval process, or use of leave.
Please note:
- Supervisors (including Deans/Chairs) and employees are encouraged to be collaborative and make flexible telework arrangements when possible. Whenever possible (e.g., except in the case of onset of illness), request leave and receive approval from appropriate administrator in advance, similar to when using planned sick leave or vacation.
- If you think this exposure is related to your CSUMB employment, notify leaves@csumb.edu so that access to our workers’ compensation benefits can be facilitated.
- A complete Self-Attestation Form is required upon return from SPSL