As an employee, it’s important to know the amount of vacation time you’re entitled to. In New York State, vacation leave is a benefit that many employees receive. The amount of time off you receive depends on your employer and the length of service.
State Employees Vacation Time
New York State employees are granted vacation time based on their years of service with the state. According to the New York State Department of Civil Service, employees are entitled to the following amount of annual leave:
- Less than 5 years of service – 13 days (104 hours)
- 5 years but less than 10 years of service – 20 days (160 hours)
- 10 years but less than 15 years of service – 23 days (184 hours)
- 15 years but less than 20 years of service – 26 days (208 hours)
- 20 or more years of service – 29 days (232 hours)
Usage and Carryover
Vacation leave can be used for any purpose desired by the employee, whether it’s for a family vacation or personal time off. However, any leave that is not used by the end of the year will be forfeited. Employees can carry over up to a maximum number of unused vacation days into the next calendar year based on their job title and contract.
Civil Service Employees
For Civil Service Employees with job titles under CSEA, PEF, or MC jointly negotiated agreements, depending on their bargaining unit and title:
- CSEA: Up to forty-five (45) days may be carried over.
- PEF: Up to forty-five (45) days may be carried over.
- MC: Up to forty-five (45) days may be carried over.
Non-Represented Employees
For non-represented employees, the maximum amount of vacation leave that can be carried over depends on your job title:
- Executive Branch: Management/Confidential, up to 40 vacation days may be carried over. For other executive branch employees, up to 30 vacation days may be carried over.
- Judicial Branch: Up to 30 vacation days may be carried over.
- Legislative Branch: Up to 30 vacation days may be carried over.
Conclusion
In conclusion, New York State employees receive a generous amount of vacation time based on their years of service. Employees should use their time wisely and plan ahead accordingly if they want to avoid losing any unused leave. Make sure you are aware of your employer’s policy regarding carryover and usage of your vacation leave.