Human Resources COVID-19 Guidance
Last updated 10:30 am MST, Sept. 17, 2020
Review this page for updates and guidance from Human Resources on COVID-19. Information is updated often, so please check back regularly.
Be sure to also visit the University's central COVID-19 webpage.
Return to Workspaces
The University is preparing for the re-introduction of in-person activities on our campuses. Your department/unit and direct supervisor will provide more specific information in the coming months, including an anticipated return-to-campus date for your role. In preparation, please review this information.
All Employees
Employees who return to campus in any capacity must follow the UArizona policy and guidance for Safe Return to Workspaces outlined on this page.
Supervisors
Supervisors, visit this page to familiarize yourself with our positive case protocols, the process for prepping your workspaces, and guidance on speaking with employees.
Face Coverings
The University has issued a university-wide Administrative Directive requiring the use of face coverings to promote campus health and safety.
Required Employee Safety Training (16 minutes)
Special guest Brian Jeffries (The "Voice of the Wildcats") narrates this training exclusively for University employees, DCCs, and volunteers. Support the health and safety in our university workspaces.
Furlough and Furlough-Based Salary Programs
Announcement New - September 17, 2020
The Furlough and Furlough-Based Salary Programs will end earlier than previously announced. For more information, please view President Robbins' September 17 email.
More details and information will be shared soon.
The University will implement Furlough and Furlough-Based Salary Programs August 10, 2020 – June 30, 2021, in recognition of the extreme financial crisis resulting from the unprecedented impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Those not participating include student employees, graduate teaching and research assistants and associates, postdoctoral scholars who serve under the Conditions of Postdoctoral Service (UHAP Chapter 12), and anyone on an H-1B visa. Employees whose full-time (1.0 FTE) gross annualized pay (PDF) is less than $44,500 ($21.39/hour for hourly employees) are also exempt.
Furlough Program
The Furlough Program will be implemented only for employees who have time funded by sponsored awards. If you charge any time to sponsored projects, you will participate in this program only.
Furlough-Based Salary Program
The Furlough-Based Salary Program will be implemented for all other participating employees.
Program Participation Dates
Aug. 10, 2020 – June 30, 2021:
Fiscal year University Staff and Classified Staff.
Employees with fiscal contracts.
Employees enrolled in the 9/12 Plan Option.
Aug. 17, 2020 – May 23, 2021:
Employees paid over the 9-month academic year.
The programs will be re-evaluated in October 2020 and March 2021.
Notices of Appointment for Fiscal and Academic Employees
If you are a participant in the Furlough-Based Salary Program, the salary in your notice of appointment will reflect your temporarily reduced pay.
To review your pay as a result of the implementation of the Furlough-Based Salary Program, including your pay before implementation, please use the following resources in UAccess Employee:
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UAccess—Employee / Manager Self Service—Payroll & Compensation—Compensation History
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UAccess—Employee / Manager Self Service—Pay Reduction Tracking Tile (click on the tile to review your pay)
Remote Work Resources
Help for employees and supervisors in structuring and planning for remote work.
Remote/Flexible Work Guidelines
Tools, information, and ideas for navigating remote work.
Technical Support
Information Technology’s COVID-19 web page for support working remotely.
Leaves and Support for Families
Human Resources encourages employees to consider their individual situation and review all options and support available to them. Please review these options available to you.
Emergency Paid Sick Leave/Expanded Family Medical Leave
Congress recently passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) (PDF). As part of the University’s efforts to assist employees during this time and to comply with the FFCRA, the University is supplementing its current Sick Time and Family Medical Leave Act policies.
Learn how to request and report Emergency Paid Sick Leave and Expanded FML.
For Parents
We know that parents are facing additional challenges with childcare and schooling during this difficult time. We also know that there’s no one-size-fits all solution that will work for everyone. Review the University's variety of resources to support employees' diverse family needs.
Supervisor COVID-19 Guidance
COVID-19 poses many challenges for managers. The Furlough and Furlough-Based Salary Programs will reduce capacity, while individual needs and work modifications may change duties and how we communicate.
Re-Prioritize, Re-Assess,
Re-Launch
To help you manage your team during this time, we offer resources categorized in three steps: Re-Prioritize, Re-Assess, and Re-Launch.
On-Demand Webinar Recordings
Recorded, virtual workshops, hosted by Human Resources, to support supervisors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Connect, learn, and share experiences.
Return to Workspaces
Supervisors, visit this page to familiarize yourself with our positive case protocols, the process for prepping your workspaces, and guidance on speaking with employees.
Have you seen the UArizona Support and Resiliency Hub?
Coaching, articles, and daily digital meetups, just for UArizona employees during the novel coronavirus pandemic.