Human Resources

Office of Faculty & Staff Benefits

Office of Faculty & Staff Benefits

Time Away from Work

Taking time away from work is an important part of maintaining balance. We offer time-away benefits designed to support you and your family through every stage of life. These include paid time off, holidays, and leave and disability benefits, such as parental leave.

Holiday Calendar

Leave Benefits for New Parents and Growing Families

Paid Time Off (PTO)The university offers a comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO) program to support employees’ personal, family, and wellness needs.

Sick LeaveUpon hire, eligible administrative employees receive 5 days of paid sick leave to care for their own (or a family member’s) illness, medical treatment or medical care. Sick leave is requested in GMS.

Leave & DisabilityGeorgetown offers a range of programs, including short-term leave, long-term disability, and parental leave.

Parental LeaveA number of benefits are available to Georgetown employees who have a child or adopt or welcome a child for foster care or legal guardianship.