5.9 | Separation Of Employment

Types of Separation of Employment: Separation of employment with SU can occur for several different reasons.

1. Resignation
   Resigning employees are encouraged to provide one month’s notice in writing to facilitate a smooth transition out of the University. If an employee provides less notice than requested, the employer may deem the individual ineligible for rehire depending on the circumstances regarding the notice given.
2. Retirement
   Employees who wish to retire are encouraged to notify their supervisor and Human Resources as soon as it is determined, or at least one month’s notice in writing.
3. Job Abandonment
   Employees who fail to report to work or contact their supervisor for five (5) consecutive workdays shall be considered to have abandoned their job without notice, effective at the end of their shift on the fifth day. The supervisor shall notify Human Resources no later than the end of the first workday of an employee not reporting to work and providing notice for the purpose of officially contacting the employee. Human Resources is responsible for making official notification to the employee. In the event the employee does not respond, Human Resources may pursue corrective action, up to and including termination, consistent with applicable labor laws. Employees who are separated from employment due to job abandonment are ineligible for rehire.
4. Termination
   Employees of SU are employed on an at-will basis and SU retains the right to terminate an employee at any time in accordance with any applicable labor laws.