Parental/Maternity Leave

How long may an employee be absent for parental (maternity) leave?

An employee may request up to six months. Requests must be approved by the employee’s department director and the Human Resources Director. In unusual circumstances, please contact your Human Resources Consultant.

Does an employee need to notify anyone other than his/her supervisor regarding parental leave?

Yes. Please contact your HR Assistant.

The employee benefits information posted on this website is intended to provide details and helpful information regarding benefits available to current employees of the Town of Cary. These benefits are also described in detail in contracts with the Town of Cary and/or in Town policy. The provisions of the contracts and Town policies are controlling and subject to change. None of the conditions or limitations thereof are waived or modified by reason of omission or misstatement on this website.