Faculty Handbook 2020-2021

SUNY College of Optometry

Faculty Handbook 2020-21

written evaluations or recommendations, are not available for employee examination. Designated members of UUP have the right to examine the file in connection with the grievance procedure. The agreement explains the specific situations under which Human Resources files may be examined. (See UUP Agreement, Article 31.) H. Transfer Rights Employees who desire to transfer to vacancies in other colleges within the State University of New York will be given consideration for such vacancies. (See UUP Agreement, Articles 34 and 35.) I. Termination of Service Temporary appointments may be terminated at will by the chief administrative officer of the college. Prior to the expiration of a term appointment, written notice must be provided in accordance with the current UUP Agreement and the Policies of the Board of Trustees. J. Retrenchment Retrenchment is defined as the termination of any academic or professional employee as a result of financial exigency, reorganization of curriculum, reorganization of academic or administrative structure, programs or functions as the chancellor or his designee deems appropriate. Retrenchment shall be applied in inverse order of appointment. Conditions and procedures for retrenchment and reemployment possibilities are spelled out in the UUP Agreement, Article 35. K. Benefits 1. Health Insurance (Optional) The State College of Optometry participates in the New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP) offering eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive health insurance protection. The Program offers two options for eligible employees: the Empire Plan or a choice of Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs). The two alternatives present a different approach to health insurance protection, but each provides a comprehensive range of benefits. Employees pay their share of the premiums by payroll deduction, which can be on a pre-tax basis. - The Empire Plan is available to all employees who qualify for the New York State Health Insurance Program. It pays for covered hospital services, physicians' bills and other covered medical expenses. The Empire Plan provides you and your eligible dependents: -- Inpatient and outpatient hospital coverage for medical, surgical and maternity care through Blue Cross. Covered inpatient services are paid in full.

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