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This policy details what to do for an absence due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) exposure

The University is committed to providing a healthy and safe environment for all employees, students, patients, and visitors. This policy (#165) outlines COVID-19 vaccination requirements for employees and others covered by this policy.

The University Policy COVID-19 Healthcare Provider Vaccination Policy is no longer in effect. For more information, please see the University COVID-19 Resource Center.

The University establishes and maintains remote working arrangements which are compatible with the needs of its diverse operating units and in compliance with government laws and regulations.

In accordance with New York State law, eligible employees are entitled to take up to four hours of protected time off from work, with pay, to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.

The policy covering the Long Term Disability (LTD) Plan has been replaced by the LTD Certificate effective January 2023.

This policy outlines guidelines and procedures for the University's sick leave plan for all eligible employees in accordance with the New York State Sick Leave Law.

This policy details what to do if an employee has had a verified workplace exposure, developed amid the coronavirus pandemic.

This policy establishes the policy and process for assessing whether an individual performing work or services for the University is properly classified as a University employee or as an independent contractor.

The policy is intended to ensure effective supervision, internal discipline, trust, and positive morale in the workplace, and seeks to avoid the appearance of, or potential for, favoritism, conflicts of interest, the appearance of impropriety, and conflicts of loyalty associated with nepotism.