Chicago Park Disrict Human Resources Policy and Procedures ...

PAYROLL DEDUCTIONS
Many payroll deductions are mandatory such as Federal and State taxes, Medicare, %
payment of employer provided health insurance, 9% pension, death benefit, union dues
(if you are a member of a union), and court ordered child support or garnishments. Any
other benefits offered by the Chicago Park District are elective. If you have questions
about these or any other deductions please contact the Department of Human Resources
at (312) 742-5220.
DIRECT DEPOSIT PAYROLL SERVICE
The Chicago Park District offers employees direct deposit. With direct deposit, your
paycheck is sent electronically to one or more checking and /or savings accounts at the
bank or banks of your choice. Direct deposit ensures the timely deposit of your paycheck
whether or not you are at work. You may arrange for direct deposit by completing an
authorization form available from the Human Resources department.
BENEFIT TIME (TIME OFF)
NOTE: Although employees accrue benefit time during their six-month probationary
period, they may not use benefit time until completion of this period.
VACATION TIME (V)
Vacation time accrual is based on eligibility and years of service. If as an employee you
are represented by a union, reference your current collective bargaining unit agreement
for specific definitions regarding vacation time. Monthly, non-represented employees are
eligible to earn vacation. Hourly employees are not eligible to earn vacation. The
vacation accrual schedule is as follows:
YEARS OF
SERVICE
HOURS EARNED
0-5 4.01 hours per pay period
TOTAL: 13 days
5-10 4.62 hours per pay period
TOTAL: 15 days
Over 10
6.16 hours per pay period
TOTAL: 20 days
Vacation days may be used in whole or half day increments. You must work 75% of the
calendar days each month to earn vacation. Vacation accrual is capped at 200 hours on
December 31 of each year. Any vacation in excess of this limit, which is not taken, is
LOST. Earned, unused vacation is paid upon termination of service
Vacation must be scheduled in advance with your supervisor. You are encouraged to
request your vacation as early as possible each year so that your request can be
accommodated. However, vacation requests are subject to programming and operating
requirements.
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