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How am I reimbursed if I am required to work on a holiday?

If you are required to work on a holiday, pay is as follows:

Nonexempt regular employees Exempt regular employees

Receive 1-1/2 times their straight-time wage rate (premium pay) for the hours worked in addition to their holiday pay. These hours will count toward the calculation of weekly overtime pay.

Receive compensatory straight time off if required by their administrative superior to work on a holiday.

Reviewed 2015-12-21