Essential Employees
An essential employee at Keuka College is a staff member whose role is critical to the continued operations and safety of the campus, particularly during emergencies, severe weather events, or other situations where normal operations may be disrupted. These employees are expected to report to work or remain on duty to ensure the safety, security, and functionality of the college.
At Keuka College, the designation of an employee as "essential" is determined by their department head or supervisor, based on the critical nature of their duties in maintaining the college’s operational integrity and ensuring the safety of the campus community.
These employees may be required to work on college closure days and will be paid at their regular rate of pay. They may also be required to work on college-observed holidays and if so, will be paid 1.5 times their hourly rate for all hours worked. Exempt employees will be paid their normal salary amount. In accordance with New York State regulations, if an employee is called into work but works fewer than four hours, they will be compensated for a minimum of four hours at the applicable minimum wage rate.