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her to such service and shall pay into the City Treasury the fees collected for such service, with the exception of reimbursement for transportation expenses, if any. Refer to Departmental Order 396 - Jury Duty for specifics. 11.5 Examination Leave. Employees participating in examinations conducted during their normal working hours for positions in the competitive service of the City of Santa Ana will be granted leave with pay for the time actually required, without loss of any accrued vacation or compensatory time off benefits. 11.6 Unauthorized Absence. Unauthorized absence from duty for any duration of time may be considered cause for dismissal. Absence from duty without leave for five (5) consecutive working days shall be deemed a resignation from the service; provided, however, if upon return to duty the person so absenting himself makes an explanation satisfactory to the Police Chief of the cause of his absence, the Police Chief may restore him to his position, with the City Manager's approval. 11.7 Authorized Absence Without Pay. Absence without pay not to exceed five (5) consecutive working days' may be authorized by the Police Chief. Absence without pay not to exceed fifteen (15) calendar days may be authorized by the department with the approval of the City Manager. Such absences may be authorized only if in the judgment of the Police Chief they serve the best interest of the City. 11.8 Authorized Absence Without Pay - Long Term. Upon receipt of a written request from an employee having permanent status plus action by the Police Chief recommending approval of the request, the City Manager may grant a leave of absence for up to six (6) months. An employee returning to duty with the City shall inform the Police Chief and chief personnel officer of his or her intention at least thirty (30) calendar days prior to the expiration of the six (6) months period or shorter period if the full six (6) months is not taken. Upon receipt of such notice, the Police Chief will take steps necessary to restore the employee to his or her former position. 11.9 Administrative Leave. The City Manager is authorized to grant, at his discretion, administrative leave with or without pay for permanent employees if, in his opinion, such a leave is in the interests of the City. 11.10 Industrial Leave. A. Each "safety member" employee covered by the provisions of Labor Code Section 4850 who is compelled to be absent from duty because of an illness or injury covered by the State of California Workers' Compensation Insurance and Safety Act shall, in lieu of temporary disability compensation payable under the aforementioned Act, continue to be paid his or her normal salary and accrue other benefits in accordance with the provisions of Labor Code Section 4850. B. Any period of time during which an employee is required to be absent from his or her position by reason of an industrial injury or industrial illness for which he or 43