Bereavement Leave

East Carolina University joins the State of North Carolina and the University of North Carolina System in supporting a work environment that values the mental and physical health of our employees, as we all seek opportunities to promote work-life balance, including through leave programs. We recognize that time off to grieve following the loss of a loved one can alleviate some of the stress employees may experience during a difficult time in their lives, and it can also help promote a productive workplace by ensuring employees have time off to recover from their loss.  

Eligible Types of Employees 

Bereavement Leave is available only to employees of a Participating Agency who are permanent, probationary, or time limited. Temporary employees, interns, and contractors are not eligible for Bereavement Leave. 

To be eligible for Bereavement Leave, employees must be either:

• full-time, or
• part-time with a schedule that is at least half-time or greater.

Part-time employees are not eligible for Bereavement Leave if they work less than half-time. 

• Bereavement Leave Policy
• Bereavement Leave Request Form
• Steps to Apply for Bereavement Leave