Human Resources
Employee Leaves
Employee Leaves
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Request a Leave
Before you send any forms, you should request a leave of absence by emailing us at hr@providenceri.gov or completing a request at this link. You will be asked for basic information about your leave request.
Within 2 Days
Within two business days, the Leave of Absence Administrator will determine your eligibility for leave and mail you the appropriate certification documentation, also found below.
Next 15 Days
You will then have fifteen calendar days with which to return completed documentation for the Leave of Absence Administrator to review.
5 Days From Receipt
Upon the receipt of complete and sufficient documentation, the Leave of Absence Administrator will notify you of the approval or denial status of your leave within five business days.
Human Resources Generalist
Leave of Absence Administrator
hr@providenceri.gov
P: 401-680-5616
F: 401-273-9510
Department of Human Resources
25 Dorrance St, 4th Floor
Providence, RI 02903
Important Documents
Certification Form, Own Health Condition
Certification Form, Care for a Family Member
General Leave of Absence Application
Sick Leave Extension Application
Paid Parental Leave Application