Reminder- All eligible employees must use their Personal Observance Leave before the end of the calendar year. Leave that is not exhausted prior to the end of the calendar year is forfeited. Personal Observance Leave is available only to employees of a participating state agency who are permanent, probationary, or time-limited. Temporary employees, interns, and contractors are not eligible for Personal Observance Leave. The total amount of Personal Observance Leave awarded to an employee must be utilized in one work shift. If you have any questions regarding the eligibility or use of Personal Observance Leave, please contact your agency’s HR office.