Employee Handbook

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Lesley University's Employee Handbook is available in sections, as listed below, or as one complete downloadable document [pdf].

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Section I WELCOME

• 1.1 President's Letter
• 1.2 Introduction
• 1.3 Emergency Telephone Numbers
• 1.4 Lesley University History
• 1.5 Lesley University Campus
• 1.6 Lesley University Mission Statement
• 1.7 Lesley University Core Values Statement
• 1.8 Lesley University Vision Statement
• 1.9 Department of Human Resources
• 1.10 Contact Numbers

Section II GENERAL POLICIES

• 2.1 Acceptable Use Policy
• 2.2 Americans With Disabilities Act
• 2.3 At-Will Employment
• 2.4 Community Standards Of Conduct
• 2.5 Community Violence Prevention Policy
• 2.6 Complaint Resolution Procedure
• 2.7 Conflict Of Interest
• 2.8 Data Security Policy
• 2.9 Discrimination, Harassment, and Sexual Harassment Policy
• 2.10 Equal Employment Opportunity
• 2.11 Immigration Reform Control Act
• 2.12 Motor Vehicle Record Policy
• 2.13 Non-Academic Student Employment Policy
• 2.14 Problem Solving Procedure
• 2.15 Prohibition of Weapons Policy
• 2.16 Professional Development Policy
• 2.17 Progressive Corrective Action Procedure
• 2.18 Purchasing And Procurement
• 2.19 Reimbursement Of Expenses 
• 2.20 Smoke-Free Environment
• 2.21 Substance Abuse In The Workplace
• 2.22 Sustainability Vision Policy
• 2.23 Travel Policy And Procedures
• 2.24 Unequal Consensual Relationship Policy
• 2.25 Vendor Gift Policy
• 2.21 "Whistle Blowing" Policy

Section III EMPLOYMENT AT LESLEY

• 3.1 Conditions Of Employment
• 3.2 Confidential Information
• 3.3 Background Checks
• 3.4 Employee Identification Card
• 3.5 Employee Orientation
• 3.6 Introductory Period
• 3.7 Dress Code
• 3.8 Classification And Schedule Of Work
• 3.9 Work Schedules
• 3.10 Alternative Work Schedules/ Arrangements
• 3.11 Closing Due To Inclement Weather
• 3.12 Absenteeism and Tardiness
• 3.13 Access To Personnel Files
• 3.14 Personal Information Changes
• 3.15 Employment Members Of The Same Family/ Household
• 3.16 Employee Referral Program
• 3.17 Children At Work
• 3.18 Intellectual Property
• 3.19 Personal Belongings
• 3.20 Personal Business
• 3.21 Pets
• 3.22 Service And Merit Awards/ Employee Recognition
• 3.23 Solicitations
• 3.24 Termination
• 3.25 Exit Interview
• 3.26 Recruiting, Advertising, And Posting Positions
• 3.27 Rehire Of Former Employees
• 3.28 Employment Verification And Reference Request

Section IV LESLEY UNIVERSITY BENEFITS

• 4.1 Benefits Introduction
• 4.2 Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 4.3 Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 4.4 Employee Assistance Program
• 4.5 Flexible Spending Accounts
• 4.6 Life Insurance
• 4.7 Supplemental Life Insurance
• 4.8 Dental Insurance
• 4.9 Health Insurance
• 4.10 Voluntary Vision Benefit
• 4.11 COBRA Continuation Of Group Health Benefits
• 4.12 Retirement Benefits
• 4.13 Spousal Equivalent Benefits
• 4.14 Termination Benefits
• 4.15 Time-Off Benefits
• 4.16 Training And Development
• 4.17 Transportation Benefit
• 4.18 Tuition Remission
• 4.19 Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance

Section V LEAVES OF ABSENCE

• 5.1 Family Medical Leave Act
• 5.2 Massachusetts Maternity Leave
• 5.3 Parenting Leave
• 5.4 Personal Leave
• 5.5 Bereavement Leave
• 5.6 Religious Observance Leave
• 5.7 Military Leave
• 5.8 Jury Duty/ Court Duty
• 5.9 Small Necessities Leave Act
• 5.10 Voting

Section VI COMPENSATION

• 6.1 Time Records
• 6.2 Direct Deposit
• 6.3 Payroll
• 6.4 Position Description
• 6.5 Salary Structure
• 6.6 Salary Plan Administration
• 6.7 Changes In Employment Or Pay
• 6.8 New Hires
• 6.9 Compensatory Time
• 6.10 Overtime

Section VII WORKPLACE SAFETY

• 7.1 Introduction
• 7.2 Communicable Diseases
• 7.3 Emergencies
• 7.4 Emergency Procedures On Campus
• 7.5 Emergency Procedures Off Campus
• 7.6 Workers' Compensation
• 7.7 Transportation Service Program
• 7.8 Personal Safety Alarms
• 7.9 Transportation In An Emergency
• 7.10 Workplace Repairs 

Section VIII EMPLOYEE SERVICES

• 8.1 Introduction
• 8.2 Credit Union(s)
• 8.3 Dining Services
• 8.4 Discounts At Local Vendors
• 8.5 Employees Activities Committee
• 8.6 Staff Representative Advisory Council
• 8.7 Diversity Council
• 8.8 Fitness Center
• 8.9 Library Privileges
• 8.10 Mail Services
• 8.11 Movie Tickets
• 8.12 Office Of Public Safety Services
• 8.13 Swimming Facilities
• 8.14 Travel Services
• 8.15 University Bookstore
• 8.16 Yoga
• 8.17 Zipcar