Policy updates
Administrative leave during COVID-19
Two types of administrative leave for COVID-19 related reasons have been authorized for all regular, fixed duration, and project appointment staff positions meeting qualifying criteria.
Continuation of benefits for temp hourly staff during COVID-19
Employees who meet certain requirements can maintain insurance coverage as long as they remain in pay status for at least eight hours in each calendar month.
COVID-19 employment accommodation for high-risk employees
The University is committed to supporting employees who are at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19.
I-9 completion requirements change
Due to physical proximity precautions associated with COVID-19, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has relaxed rules regarding the physical presence requirements associated with Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9).
Preparing for 2021 performance evaluations
Annual performance evaluations should be completed by August 31, 2021, or according to regular unit schedules.
Release time for taking the COVID-19 vaccine
The University strongly encourages all employees to get vaccinated as soon as they are eligible.
Temporary PEBB benefit eligibility for hires related to COVID-19
The resolution as approved allows for UW employees in eligible positions to earn PEBB benefits eligibility the first of the month in which they are hired.
Temporary reassignment during COVID-19
University of Washington regular contract covered, classified non-union, and professional staff may volunteer to be reassigned to a position in the medical centers as an alternative to furlough.
Vacation hours cap suspended
The University is temporarily suspending the 240-hour vacation accumulation cap and annual forfeiture of vacation time off on an employee’s anniversary date for classified staff under certain conditions.