Category: HR News


New Leave Management System

The Department of Human Resources is excited to announce the launch of a new, state-of-the-art leave management system (AbsenceTracker). AbsenceTracker is a cloud-based system with an intuitive employee self-service interface and a mobile-friendly platform. A leave management system is a top transformation priority of the on-going HReimagined initiative that will enhance and streamline existing HR…


UA Increases Employee Minimum Wage

The University of Alabama will increase its staff minimum wage to $14 per hour effective April 3, and again to $15 an hour in January 2023. The change applies to regular benefits eligible non-exempt employees and will impact more than 350 individuals. “This salary adjustment for our lowest paid staff employees is the first step…


HR Launches New Employee Dashboard

Check out the redesigned and user-friendly employee dashboard. This replaces most of the items previously stored under the “Employee Services” folder, including an interface for accessing employee related items such as pay stubs, leave reports, job information and much more. Learn more about the dashboard in the user guide.   


Statement of Economic Interest

February 17, 2022 The State of Alabama Ethics Commission requires employees of The University of Alabama to complete an annual Statement of Economic Interests (SEI) form if they met at least one of the criteria listed below during the 2021 calendar year: Persons whose base rate of pay at any time during calendar year 2021…


Truth-In-Salary Statement, W-2 Available Online

The University is committed to providing its employees with a comprehensive benefits package.  The Truth in Salary Statement is a comprehensive summary of your salary and benefits for the fiscal year October 1, 2020 – September 30, 2021.  State law requires this information be provided based on benefits received during the previous fiscal year. To view…


Changes to Retiree and Departing Faculty/Staff Email Accounts

Access to ua.edu email account after departure from the University Effective Feb. 1, 2022, an update to the University’s Terms of Use for Electronic Accounts to provide enhanced security and efficient management of information technology systems and resources will require the following changes to University email accounts upon separation from the University: Non-retirement departures Faculty…


University Spring 2022 Operations

After a successful fall semester, The University of Alabama will resume operations on Jan. 4, with spring semester classes beginning Jan. 12. As national and local coronavirus transmission rates have increased, some updates to existing protocols are necessary and now in effect:   The University Covid Support Program (CV19)remains open for consultation and guidance at…


Paid Parental Leave Announcement

The Paid Parental Leave Policy supports the University’s work-life balance efforts and will be effective Jan. 1, 2022. The new leave will provide eligible employees up to four work weeks (20 days/160 hours maximum) of paid leave time for recovery from childbirth and/or to bond with their newborn child, adopted child, or a child placed…


UA Employee Vaccine Requirement Suspended

To comply with multiple federal mandates, UA implemented an employee COVID-19 vaccination requirement on Oct. 22. Specifically, President Biden’s Executive Order 14042 mandates that employees of federal contractors are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) mandated vaccination of employees of health care facilities. Federal courts have…


Paid Parental Leave Policy in the Works

The University of Alabama has approved the creation of a policy that will allow for four weeks of paid parental leave for all benefits-eligible, full-time and part-time employees. The Department of Human Resources and Office for Academic Affairs are currently drafting this policy with an anticipated effective date of Jan. 1, 2022. This proposed policy…