Annual reminder and updated guidance for the annual performance evaluation process
Posted on May 10, 2021
This is a reminder that UW’s collective bargaining agreements, the Professional Staff Program and civil service rules all include the expectation that managers complete employee performance evaluations at least annually. If your […]
Criminal conviction history background checks now required for all staff hires and rehires
Posted on May 10, 2021
In an effort to enhance the safety of our community, the University is now requiring a criminal conviction history background check on all final candidates to staff positions. The vast […]
Update to COVID-19 related policies and new online resources
Posted on April 26, 2021
As the COVID-19 health crisis evolves, UWHR continues to work with senior leadership on guidance and resources to support you and your organizations in welcoming staff working remotely back to […]
The Whole U Annual Report and resources for employee wellbeing
Posted on April 26, 2021
With growing concerns about employee engagement and general wellbeing on the rise, we are pleased to provide you with the annual report from The Whole U. This by UW, for […]
Reminder of resources with rise in hate crimes
Posted on April 26, 2021
In the wake of more violence and hateful acts toward Asians, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders across the country, President Cauce posted the following blog: We must not let racism and […]
Release time policy for staff and student worker vaccinations
Posted on March 24, 2021
In support of the guidance issued earlier this week, UWHR has published a policy providing release time to staff and student workers when vaccine appointments occur during work hours. The […]
Executive Order 13950 Rescinded
Posted on January 27, 2021
UW Human Resources is pleased to announce that Executive Order 13950 Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping that limited DEI-related trainings was rescinded by President Biden on January 20, 2021. If […]
New supports for UW employee caregivers
Posted on January 8, 2021
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, UW Human Resources has worked with partners on-campus and in the community to increase resources for UW’s working and student caregivers. Additional caregiver supports are now […]
New teleworking guidance and other policy updates
Posted on January 8, 2021
While the majority of campus staff are currently teleworking due to the pandemic, UWHR is working with leadership to set the foundation for what the future of telework may look […]
Annual Attendance Incentive Program
Posted on January 8, 2021
Each January, the Annual Attendance Incentive Program allows UW employees whose sick time off balances exceed 480 hours as of January 1 to be compensated at 25% value for any accrued […]