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Military and Veterans Code and Section 9-144 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code, will be granted leave with pay not to exceed thirty (30) working days in each calendar year after one year's service with the City upon presenting satisfactory proof of orders to and from such temporary active duties. 11.4 Jury and Witness Leave. When an on -duty employee is called to serve as a juror or a non- party witness in any court action he or she shall be allowed leave for the time actually required for such service, without loss of pay. Each on -duty employee called for such service shall present to the Police Chief for examination the subpoena calling him or 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 tirne 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. 45