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Section 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 department head of the cause of his absence, the department head may restore him to his position, with the City Manager's approval. Section 7. Authorized Absence Without Pay. Absence without pay not to exceed five (5) consecutive working days, may be authorized by the department head. 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 department head they serve the best interest of the City. Section 8. Authorized Absence Without Pay - Long Term. Upon receipt of a written request from an employee having permanent status plus action by the department head recommending approval of the request, the City Manager may grant a leave of absence for up to six (6) months for the following reasons only, except as otherwise provided in these rules: A. Illness of the employee, or of a member of his or her immediate family residing in the employee's household, requires that the employee move from the vicinity of the City as a remedial health measure and a designated physician indicates that such removal from the City is necessary and will not be required for longer than six (6) months; or B. The employee has been appointed by another municipality to a position of greater responsibility in a field of employment wherein the employee possesses special competence, and such appointment constitutes an advancement in responsibility and authority over that required in his/her employment with the City of Santa Ana. An employee returning to duty with the City shall inform the department head 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 department head will take steps necessary to restore the employee to his or her former position. Section 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 interest of the City. Section 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 -25-