7.1.1 Separation due to Abandonment of Employment

If a staff member is absent from work for a period of ten (10) days or more without explanation, and they do not make reasonable efforts to inform their nominated supervisor or the next most senior officer of the reason for such absence, the University may deem the staff member to have abandoned their employment with the University. Abandonment of employment will be managed in accordance with the University policy and procedures relating to the Abandonment of Employment.

7.1.2 Resignation or Retirement from the University

7.1.2.1 An academic staff member, other than a casual academic or sessional staff member, is normally required to give the University not less than three (3) months' notice of separation from employment with the University.

7.1.2.2 A professional staff member whose position is classified at HEW Level 8 or above, other than a casual professional staff member, is normally required to give the University not less than four (4) weeks' notice of separation from employment with the University.

7.1.2.3 A professional staff member whose position is classified at HEW Level 1 to 7, other than a casual professional staff member, is normally required to give the University not less than two (2) weeks' notice of separation from employment with the University.

7.1.2.4 A casual academic staff member, a casual professional staff member, and/or a sessional staff member is required to give a minimum of one (1) hours' notice of separation from employment with the University.

Page last updated on 08/02/2023

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