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https://hr.uw.edu/comp/2015/01/21/2015-minimum-wage-increase/ | Published: January 21, 2015 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/2016/02/22/2015-17-seiu-1199nw-contract-pay-increases-and-premium-pay-changes-effective-february-1-2016/ | Published: February 22, 2016 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/blog/2025/06/30/a-better-way-to-manage-your-uw-retirement-benefits-is-coming/ | Published: June 30, 2025 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/labor/academic-and-student-unions/aft/contract/ | Published: January 18, 2016 | Weight:
With the University Consulting Alliance, finding consultants with the insight you’re looking for can all be done in one place. Consultant fees vary, so familiarize yourself with the associated costs and discover the history behind the group.
https://hr.uw.edu/pod/coaching-and-organizational-consulting/about/ | Published: February 1, 2016 | Weight:
Discover all the resources the university provides for interviewing applicants with various disabilities.
https://hr.uw.edu/talent/hiring-process/interviewing/accommodating-candidates-disabilities/ | Published: November 20, 2017 | Weight:
To comply with OFCCP regulations, it is important to keep record-keeping and data requirements that accurately document the search process, both electronically and manually.
https://hr.uw.edu/talent/hiring-process/recording-the-hiring-process/activity-disposition-codes/ | Published: November 20, 2017 | Weight:
If a professional staff employee temporarily takes on additional duties outside of their normal job duties, additional compensation may be appropriate in addition to their base pay. Find out what might qualify for additional compensation and the process for approvals.
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/professional-staff/additional-compensation/ | Published: February 22, 2016 | Weight:
A variety of assessments are offered to help leaders, staff members, and entire teams develop awareness about themselves and others. Find which assessment might suit you and your workspace.
https://hr.uw.edu/pod/coaching-and-organizational-consulting/assessment-tools/ | Published: February 1, 2016 | Weight:
Have questions after reading about background checks? See if your question has already been addressed in this FAQ page.
https://hr.uw.edu/talent/hiring-process/background-checks/faq/ | Published: November 20, 2017 | Weight:
Learn about the process for requesting a criminal conviction history background check.
https://hr.uw.edu/talent/hiring-process/background-checks/process-and-rationale/ | Published: November 20, 2017 | Weight:
Review and change your named beneficiary on each of your UW benefit plans
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/life-events/beneficiary-changes/ | Published: April 30, 2016 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/planning-guides/planning-guides-overview/ | Published: January 6, 2020 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/labor/academic-and-student-unions/cir-nw/uwha-contract/ | Published: November 10, 2016 | Weight:
Eligible employees may request funds for a critical, temporary, and unforeseen financial hardship due to COVID-19.
https://hr.uw.edu/coronavirus/caring-for-self-and-family/covid-19-employee-emergency-fund/ | Published: June 8, 2020 | Weight:
Make an appointment with an in-house lawyer for a free 30-minute consultation, or get a referral to a local lawyer with a 25% reduction in fees.
https://hr.uw.edu/coronavirus/uw-carelink-during-covid-19/legal-resources/ | Published: May 13, 2020 | Weight:
Support for caregivers’ health and well-being.
https://hr.uw.edu/caregiving/care-for-caregivers/ | Published: November 4, 2020 | Weight:
Starting a new relationship with a child caregiver may be extra stressful during the COVID-19 public health emergency. Find best practice steps to follow when hiring a new child caregiver.
https://hr.uw.edu/caregiving/child-care/caregiving-startup-tips/ | Published: November 4, 2020 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/professional-staff/create-position-temp/ | Published: April 1, 2024 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/professional-staff/create-position-regular/ | Published: April 1, 2024 | Weight:
The most recent information from public health authorities to help employee parents stay up-to-date and talk with their child care provider about health and safety.
https://hr.uw.edu/caregiving/child-care/health-and-safety-during-covid-19/ | Published: November 4, 2020 | Weight:
The University is regularly updating resources for working parents who need support while their children are learning from home and child care options are limited.
https://hr.uw.edu/caregiving/child-care/options-and-resources/ | Published: November 4, 2020 | Weight:
The most recent information from public health authorities to help employee parents stay up-to-date and talk with their child care provider about health and safety.
https://hr.uw.edu/caregiving/child-care/childrens-well-being-during-covid-19/ | Published: November 4, 2020 | Weight:
Learn about job classification and job codes, temporary salary increases, and other forms of compensation.
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/classified-staff/classification-and-pay/ | Published: April 6, 2024 | Weight:
To request a classification review of a contract classified or classified non-union position, you must complete the Classified Position Review Questionnaire. This page provides tips for completing the questionnaire and outlines the overall process.
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/classified-staff/classification-review-process/ | Published: February 22, 2016 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/2014/12/12/classified-non-union-staff-pay-increases-and-premium-pay-changes-hr-administrators-and-managers/ | Published: December 12, 2014 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/2016/07/11/classified-staff-pay-increases-effective-july-1-2016-hr-administrators-and-managers/ | Published: July 11, 2016 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/2016/07/11/classified-staff-pay-increases-effective-july-1-2016-payroll-coordinators/ | Published: July 11, 2016 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/2015/07/16/classified-staff-pay-increases-market-range-increases-and-premium-pay-changes-2015-hr-administrators-and-managers/ | Published: July 16, 2015 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/2015/07/16/classified-staff-pay-increases-market-range-increases-and-premium-pay-changes-2015-payroll-coordinators/ | Published: July 16, 2015 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/blog/2025/07/25/coming-soon-new-absence-calendar-experience-in-workday/ | Published: July 25, 2025 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/2014/07/17/contract-classified-staff-pay-increases-and-premium-pay-changes-2014-hr-administrators-and-managers/ | Published: July 17, 2014 | Weight:
A supervisor guide to corrective action.
https://hr.uw.edu/ops/performance-management/corrective-action/ | Published: July 6, 2016 | Weight:
This checklist is to help HR Partners and Additional Approvers ensure that a create position request is complete and ready for the HR Compensation Office’s detailed review.
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/classified-staff/create-position-regular/ | Published: April 1, 2024 | Weight:
Describes cyclic year positions, including cyclic yearly leave and impact on benefits and time off accruals.
https://hr.uw.edu/position-management/cyclic-year-positions/ | Published: September 29, 2020 | Weight:
In the unfortunate circumstance where you have lost a loved one, UW employees, their dependents, and their household members can turn to UW CareLink for support.
https://hr.uw.edu/coronavirus/uw-carelink-during-covid-19/death-of-a-loved-one/ | Published: April 22, 2020 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/pod/?p=3201 | Published: November 30, 2017 | Weight:
Learn about the state's optional deferred compensation retirement plan
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/optional-retirement-plans/deferred-compensation/ | Published: April 14, 2016 | Weight:
Veterans are defined for state and federal employment purposes.
https://hr.uw.edu/diversity/veterans-resources/definitions/ | Published: June 6, 2024 | Weight:
Use this guidance as part of compensation discussions and decisions to help meet departmental responsibility to ensure fair compensation.
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/pay-equity/department-responsibility-for-pay-equity-review/ | Published: March 29, 2022 | Weight:
Guidance developed in collaboration with campus partners and employees who have transitioned.
https://hr.uw.edu/diversity/transgender-resources/developing-a-workplace-transition-plan/ | Published: June 15, 2020 | Weight:
After completing the recruitment and selection process, identifying the final candidate, and checking references, the hiring manager may extend a conditional offer of employment.
https://hr.uw.edu/talent/hiring-process/extending-the-offer/ | Published: March 25, 2021 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/dso/ | Published: May 18, 2016 | Weight:
The University provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their positions.
https://hr.uw.edu/policies/disability-accommodation/ | Published: June 28, 2016 | Weight:
Disability leave is a type of disability accommodation that may be granted to an employee who is unable to perform the essential functions of their current position.
https://hr.uw.edu/policies/disability-leave/ | Published: June 28, 2016 | Weight:
Employees must file certain forms to qualify for long-term disability parking permits on campus or at Harborview Medical Center.
https://hr.uw.edu/dso/disability-parking/employees/ | Published: February 13, 2018 | Weight:
How to get a student disability parking permit for all UW campuses, including for non-matriculated (non-degree) students.
https://hr.uw.edu/dso/disability-parking/students/ | Published: February 13, 2018 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/pod/?p=5378 | Published: June 9, 2021 | Weight:
Guides for your first 10 years of employment: Insurance, retirement planning, child care and parenting, housing and home loans, and other discounts.
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/planning-guides/early-career/ | Published: January 10, 2020 | Weight:
POD's diverse course offerings provide the UW community with ample opportunity to grow professionally. Register for a class or personalized professional coaching to reach your career goals.
https://hr.uw.edu/pod/developing-staff-teams/employee-development-and-coaching/ | Published: February 1, 2016 | Weight:
If you would like access to your official personnel file, follow the UW file access procedure.
https://hr.uw.edu/policies/official-personnel-file-access/ | Published: June 13, 2016 | Weight:
Read the details involved in authorizing lump sum relocation compensation and payment of moving expenses when it is a necessity in successfully recruiting or retaining a qualified candidate.
https://hr.uw.edu/talent/hiring-process/hiring-and-recruiting-policies/employee-relocation-incentive/ | Published: November 20, 2017 | Weight:
An employee guide to performance management.
https://hr.uw.edu/ops/performance-management/work-performance-for-employees/ | Published: July 10, 2016 | Weight:
Knowing which employment program applies to your position is important because benefits, compensation, time off, and other employment provisions are defined by employment program.
https://hr.uw.edu/policies/employment-programs/ | Published: January 7, 2022 | Weight:
Ethical standards for UW resources, outside employment, gifts, and conflicts of interest
https://hr.uw.edu/policies/ethics/ | Published: February 16, 2016 | Weight:
All hourly paid temporary and student workers are, by definition, overtime eligible. Only positions that meet certain narrowly defined criteria are exempt from the FLSA’s overtime requirements.
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/overtime-for-staff/flsa-wmwa-overtime-eligibility-and-exemption/ | Published: February 24, 2016 | Weight:
This guide is for situations where small group or one-on-one meetings happen with interpreters, but the Deaf participant and the interpreters are within the same zoom meeting.
https://hr.uw.edu/dso/deaf-or-hard-of-hearing/faculty-guide-zoom-small-group-or-1-to-1-interpreted-meetings/ | Published: March 30, 2020 | Weight:
As a UW employee you have access to resources that can help you understand your options, request financial support and address your immediate needs.
https://hr.uw.edu/coronavirus/caring-for-self-and-family/financial-well-being/ | Published: June 8, 2020 | Weight:
A flexwork arrangement is a work plan that differs from the standard workweek.
https://hr.uw.edu/policies/flexwork/ | Published: June 27, 2016 | Weight:
UW CareLink recognizes an enhanced level of support is needed for frontline healthcare workers. We’ve assembled the following resources.
https://hr.uw.edu/coronavirus/uw-carelink-during-covid-19/for-first-responders/ | Published: April 21, 2020 | Weight:
Managers are being called upon to respond to situations they’ve never faced before. UW CareLink wants to help support you through these situations, no matter how big or small.
https://hr.uw.edu/coronavirus/uw-carelink-during-covid-19/for-managers-and-teams/ | Published: April 21, 2020 | Weight:
This page summarizes commonly asked questions about the Graduate Appointee Insurance Program (GAIP).
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/insurance/health/graduate-appointees/gaip-faq/ | Published: November 23, 2017 | Weight:
International students at UW are required by federal and state laws to maintain health insurance while studying
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/insurance/health/graduate-appointees/gaip-dual-coverage-iship/ | Published: November 23, 2017 | Weight:
Verify eligibility for GAIP coverage
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/insurance/health/graduate-appointees/gaip-information-departments/ | Published: November 23, 2017 | Weight:
Requesting GAIP coverage while on leave
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/insurance/health/graduate-appointees/gaip-leave-of-absence/ | Published: November 23, 2017 | Weight:
With a team of lawyers and specialists behind Labor Relations, the technical terms and language used can get a bit confusing. For ultimate clarity, refer to this glossary of terms and definitions as you explore our content.
https://hr.uw.edu/labor/about-labor-relations/glossary-of-terms/ | Published: March 2, 2016 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/labor/staff-unions/ibu/contract/ | Published: January 18, 2016 | Weight:
This resource page can help you navigate the different things to consider when a UW employee, their dependent, or a UW retiree passes away.
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/life-events/in-the-event-of-a-death/ | Published: April 21, 2020 | Weight:
Leave use for missed work caused by inclement weather
https://hr.uw.edu/policies/inclement-weather/ | Published: June 1, 2016 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/professional-staff/2017-professional-staff-salary-survey/information-technology/ | Published: March 14, 2016 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/professional-staff/2019-professional-staff-salary-survey/information-technology/ | Published: November 4, 2019 | Weight:
Continue the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) medical, dental, and life insurance you had as an employee
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/nearing-retirement/insurance-during-retirement/ | Published: April 18, 2016 | Weight:
Multiple resources and YouTube videos are available for step by step instructions on how to use Zoom.
https://hr.uw.edu/dso/deaf-or-hard-of-hearing/interpreter-guide-for-zoom-classes/ | Published: March 30, 2020 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/pod/?p=3666 | Published: November 15, 2018 | Weight:
Learn about the Law Enforcement Officers’ and Fire Fighters’ (LEOFF) 2 retirement plan, including eligibility, how to enroll, contributions, and other details
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/leoff-2-retirement-plan/ | Published: April 14, 2016 | Weight:
For LEOFF 2 members, learn when you're eligible to retire and how to begin making a plan
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/nearing-retirement/leoff-2-preparing-to-retire/ | Published: April 18, 2016 | Weight:
Understand how the layoff process works and learn how to plan and communicate layoffs.
https://hr.uw.edu/ops/ending-employment/layoffs/layoff-and-reduction/ | Published: July 7, 2016 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/pod/?p=5535 | Published: November 5, 2021 | Weight:
See your basic coverage amounts and learn how you can buy additional coverage for you and your family.
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/insurance/other/life-insurance-accidental-death-dismemberment/ | Published: November 24, 2017 | Weight:
Starting January 1, 2022 the PEBB long term disability redesign takes effect. Visit our webpage to learn about how LTD is changing.
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/insurance/other/long-term-disability-insurance/ | Published: November 24, 2017 | Weight:
Flu season in no fun. Learn what you need to do to keep our work environment healthy and productive.
https://hr.uw.edu/ops/maintaining-healthy-workplaces/ | Published: June 20, 2016 | Weight:
Meal and rest break information for overtime eligible staff and student employees.
https://hr.uw.edu/policies/meal-periods-and-rest-periods/ | Published: December 1, 2020 | Weight:
Long-term disability insurance coverage for students enrolled in the School of Medicine and the School of Health Sciences.
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/insurance/other/medical-students-ltd-insurance/ | Published: November 24, 2017 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/pod/?p=1345 | Published: March 11, 2016 | Weight:
Learn about employee flexibility supports, employer-provided resources, and time off and leave options that are available to help address stress or anxiety.
https://hr.uw.edu/policies/mental-health-supports/ | Published: June 2, 2022 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/labor/2016/12/19/negotiations-recap-for-december-19-2016/ | Published: December 19, 2016 | Weight:
This recap details the third bargaining session between the UW and the UWHA to form the first union contract for UW medical and dental residents and fellows (collectively referred to below as "trainees"). UW Proposals Housestaff Advisory Committee – UW proposed a...
https://hr.uw.edu/labor/2015/02/23/negotiations-recap-for-february-23-2015/ | Published: February 23, 2015 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/nonpermanentemployment/ | Published: July 13, 2022 | Weight:
If you can't make it to the in-person orientation, use the online version to learn more about you benefits and enroll.
https://depts.washington.edu/uwhr/benefits/orientation/ | Published: May 13, 2016 | Weight:
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires that most workers receive a minimum overtime pay of 1.5 times the employee’s regular pay rate for all hours worked over 40 hours in a seven-day workweek. The UW calls positions that are covered by FLSA overtime regulations “overtime eligible.”
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/overtime-for-staff/overtime-compensation/ | Published: February 24, 2016 | Weight:
Guidance for people in need of Deaf and hard of hearing assistance, including students, interpreters, and professors using Zoom.
https://hr.uw.edu/dso/deaf-or-hard-of-hearing/overview/ | Published: March 30, 2020 | Weight:
UW CareLink is your employee assistance program, and it connects you with a list of resources including counseling, legal advice, financial guidance, work-life solutions and management support.
https://hr.uw.edu/coronavirus/uw-carelink-during-covid-19/overview/ | Published: April 22, 2020 | Weight:
For PERS 1 members, learn when you're eligible to retire and how to begin making a plan
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/nearing-retirement/pers-1-preparing-to-retire/ | Published: April 18, 2016 | Weight:
Learn about Public Employees' Retirement System Plan 2 (PERS 2), eligibility, how to enroll, calculate your retirement benefit, vesting, and other details
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/pers-2-retirement-plan/ | Published: April 14, 2016 | Weight:
For PERS 2 members, learn when you're eligible to retire and how to begin making a plan
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/nearing-retirement/pers-2-preparing-to-retire/ | Published: April 18, 2016 | Weight:
For PERS 3 members, learn when you're eligible to retire and how to begin making a plan
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/nearing-retirement/pers-3-preparing-to-retire/ | Published: April 18, 2016 | Weight:
Explore the policies for our classes and events, including who’s eligible to attend, how the waitlist works, whether you’ll receive a refund when cancelling a registration, and how credit is awarded.
https://hr.uw.edu/pod/overview/policies/ | Published: February 26, 2016 | Weight:
Learn about the Public Safety Employee's Retirement System Plan 2 (PSERS 2) retirement plan, including eligibility, enrollment, contributions, and other details
https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/psers-2-retirement-plan/ | Published: April 9, 2024 | Weight:
Read about the required use of paid leave for partial-day absences by professional staff employees.
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/overtime-for-staff/partial-day-absence/ | Published: June 13, 2016 | Weight:
https://hr.uw.edu/comp/2025/05/30/pay-increases-for-classified-staff-as-of-july-1-2025/ | Published: May 30, 2025 | Weight: