FLSA Compensation Threshold Increases Overturned Tuesday Following a federal judge's Nov. 15, 2024, ruling to vacate the Department of Labor's Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) plan to increase the minimum annual salary threshold, the University of Arizona is converting its compensation thresholds to stay aligned with federal FLSA guidelines, and will also comply with state thresholds, as applicable. The compensation threshold is one factor in determining whether a position can be exempt from overtime eligibility. Read more
Image Build your professional network at the Crossroads Conference Feb. 21, 2025 Are you looking to make meaningful professional connections within the U of A community? The Crossroads Conference, hosted by the U of A Staff Council, is a prime networking opportunity just for U of A staff members. In preparation for the 2025 events this March, review these tips for networking at this event. Read more
New staff search committee training will support university hiring managers Jan. 21, 2025 Human Resources has created a new one-hour University Staff Search Committee Training in EDGE Learning for search committee members involved in hiring University Staff. Starting January 21, HR will begin to provide and encourage this training to hiring managers and search committee members as part of the requisition creation process. Read more
Student Worker Minimum Wage Increasing in 2025 Dec. 12, 2024 The minimum wage for student workers at the University of Arizona will increase from $14.50 to $14.70 per hour in 2025. Read more
Image Three Ways LinkedIn Learning Can Help You Plan and Grow Nov. 18, 2024 Here are three ways you can use LinkedIn Learning to help you identify those goals and reach them in 2025. Read more
Guidance for University Release Time – Nov. 15 Friday Football Game Nov. 6, 2024 To ease parking and traffic congestion for the home football game on Friday, Nov. 15, employees should work remotely, if possible. To help facilitate this request, the university is granting four hours of paid university release time. Read more
HR Deadlines Before University Closure Oct. 31, 2024 To help Human Resources meet business needs as we approach University Closure, which begins Dec. 24, please note the following deadlines for UAccess and Talent system activities. Read more
Reduce Your Out-of-Pocket Medical Expenses Oct. 21, 2024 Looking to reduce your out-of-pocket medical expenses? We have four tips to help you save money no matter which health plan you're enrolled in. Read more
2025 Benefits Open Enrollment - Save the Dates Oct. 10, 2024 Benefits open enrollment runs Monday, Oct 28, through Friday, Nov. 15. Take some time to ensure that your benefits are right for your needs in 2025. Read more
New Leave of Absence Request Process Streamlines Leave Requests July 1, 2024 As of July 1, Human Resources simplified the process for requesting a leave of absence for personal health or family reasons. Employees will now use a single, confidential Leave of Absence Request Form to submit their request Read more