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Fair Labor Standards Act Overtime Rule Update

The U.S. Department of Labor announced the updated overtime rule in the Fair Labor Standards Act on April 23. The updated rule will raise the salary threshold for determining who is exempt from required overtime pay. In 2016, a similar rule was issued and then halted by a court injunction, which may occur again this…


HR Requests Employees Self-Identify with Disability and/or Veteran Status

As referenced in President Stuart R. Bell’s Reaffirmation of Equal Opportunity and  Nondiscrimination Policy Statement, the University is required to track the number of individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans that are employed at UA. The University invites employees who fall into one or both categories to confidentially identify themselves by completing the Disability Self-Identification Form…


Important Next Steps for Your Voluntary Retirement Plan Transition

The University of Alabama System recently announced enhancements to the 403(b) and 457(b) voluntary retirement plans through TIAA to help employees plan and save for the future. A detailed Transition Guide with important information about this transition was mailed in early March 2024 to all participants who have funds in The University of Alabama System…


Enhancements to Voluntary Retirement Plans

The University of Alabama System is pleased to announce enhancements to the 403(b) and 457(b) voluntary retirement plans through TIAA to help employees plan and save for the future. The changes do not require you to take any action at this time, and a detailed Transition Guide with additional information will be mailed in early…


New HR Social Media Accounts

The Department of Human Resources is excited to announce we are now on social media! We will be sharing upcoming events, happenings, and important deadlines through Instagram and Facebook. Our Talent Acquisition team shares important recruitment updates for staff jobs on X, and our Wellness and Work-Life team curates a vibrant YouTube channel. Follow, like…


New Employee Assistance Program Provider

The University’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provider transitions to GuidanceResources by ComPsych beginning Jan. 1, 2024. The GuidanceResources platform features an enhanced provider network because ComPsych is the world’s largest provider of mental health services. Your EAP will continue to offer free and confidential counseling sessions, plus complimentary legal, financial and work-life guidance, whenever and…


2023 Drug-Free Campus and Workplace Policy Summary for Faculty and Staff

THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA DRUG-FREE CAMPUS AND WORKPLACE POLICY SUMMARY FOR FACULTY AND STAFF All members of the University community are encouraged to pursue their individual and collective goals in a healthy work and educational environment, one that is free of the effects of alcohol and substance abuse. Such abuse adversely affects the University’s achievement…


New Student Debt Solution from Savi

Are you still paying for student loan debt? Introducing a new debt solution for employees of The University of Alabama: The path to reducing your monthly student loan payment and working toward loan forgiveness could be getting much easier. That’s because you and your family members have access to a robust solution that helps you…


HR Requests Employees Self-Identify with Disability and/or Veteran Status

As part of our Affirmative Action Program, referenced in President Stuart R. Bell’s Reaffirmation of Equal Opportunity, Nondiscrimination, and Affirmative Action Policy Statement, the University is required to track the number of individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans that are employed at UA. The University invites employees who fall into one or both categories to confidentially identify…