In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated. Terms Defined. “Conviction” means: A judgment of conviction, whether entered upon a finding of guilt or acceptance of a plea of nolo contendere, and the imposition of sentence; or The staying of the entry of judgment and the placing of the defendant on probation after a finding of guilty or the acceptance of a plea of nolo contendere. “Day” or “Days” means a calendar day or calendar days. “Designated representative” means an attorney, an employee organization representative, or any other individual authorized in writing by a party to represent the party. “Nondisciplinary administrative termination” means termination of a police officer of the Department for reasons not covered by the Law Enforcement Officers' Bill of Rights, including termination because of a physical or mental impairment which prevents the performance of essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations. “Party” means an employee or a group of employees having a grievance or other right of appeal or the Maryland Department of Transportation. “Work days” means all days except Saturdays, Sundays, and observed holidays. “Working days” means all days except Saturdays, Sundays, observed holidays, and all days an employee is on leave.