Tag Human resources
Pay plan increase to take effect in July
In July, the University of Wisconsin–Madison will provide a 2 percent wage increase to eligible employees under the 2023–2025 pay plan. Read More
Retired staff, alumni lead campus tours for new UW–Madison employees
Recently hired faculty and staff have the opportunity to tour UW's sprawling, 933-acre campus that is their new workplace. Read More
Job Rotation Program participant receives Administrative Improvement Award
The university's professional leadership development pipeline, the Job Rotation Program, positioned one program member to win a team Administrative Improvement Award for contributions to process improvements in the School of Nursing. Read More
Sheehan named chief human resources officer at UW–Madison
Sheehan brings a variety of leadership experiences, extensive knowledge about the university, solid existing relationships with university stakeholders, and a strong vision for the future of work at UW–Madison. Read More
Chief HR Officer search reaches final stage
Chief Human Resources Officer finalists Patrick Sheehan and Mary Lucal will return to campus for a final round of conversations with executive leadership and others as the university continues this important search. Read More
Inclement weather policy for UW–Madison employees
The Office of Human Resources provides a policy for employees in case of inclement weather. Read More
Employee Benefits and Resource Fair Adds Hours and Features
The 2022 Employee Benefits and Resource Fair will be held Monday, Oct. 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Union South and will offer resources for all UW staff. Read More
UW–Madison prepares to implement 2022–23 compensation strategy
The strategy, supported by an allocation of $28 million, is to make the university a market-competitive employer in rewarding and retaining faculty and staff. Read More
Administrative Quality Satisfaction Survey seeks employee feedback
Survey participants will have an opportunity to share their experience with, and perception of quality for, eight categories of administrative services. Read More
New policy and resources provide guidance and support for remote work
Many UW–Madison employees have been working remotely during the pandemic. Now, as campus reunites, a revised policy provides guidance for those seeking such flexibility in the future. Read More
Employee Assistance Office to get new leader
Joshua Schiffman has been hired as the new director of the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Employee Assistance Office. Joshua Schiffman Schiffman currently serves on… Read More
Employees encouraged to prepare for the transition to a biweekly payroll schedule
Most of the changes employees will see on their paychecks will happen automatically. However, it is important that employees understand the changes and how they affect their paycheck amounts. Read More
Survey seeks answers about transition to campus
The survey asks questions about onsite work, experiences with remote work, and how the university can best support the many employees transitioning back to campus. Read More
Employees encouraged to take time off for well-being
Many employees have been deferring time off because they could not travel, spend time with family and friends, or get away from managing pandemic-related issues. But time off from work at regular intervals is important. Read More
Payroll schedule and benefits deductions changes coming in 2021
Beginning in April, employees who are currently paid biweekly will have most deductions for benefits split evenly over the first two biweekly paychecks each month. Beginning in July, employees who are paid monthly will be moved to a biweekly pay schedule. Read More
ISS and IFSS to join the International Division
International Student Services and International Faculty and Staff Services will merge into a new unit as part of an effort to streamline and enhance immigration services offered to students, faculty and staff. Read More
Pay plan increases and other wage changes to take effect in January
In January, UW–Madison will provide a 2 percent wage increase to employees under the 2019–2021 pay plan. Read More
2020-2021 Inclement Weather Notice
With the winter months upon us, UW–Madison’s Office of Human Resources reminds employees working on campus of inclement weather guidelines. During the pandemic, these guidelines apply to those who are working on-site, not to those working remotely. Read More
Flexibility advised to accommodate voting plans
Supervisors should provide flexibility to UW–Madison employees who plan to vote in-person on Election Day, Nov. 3. Employees should reach out to their supervisor to ensure their voting plan can be accommodated. Read More
October survey seeks employee input in spring plans
The survey asks how the university can support faculty and staff, whether they are already working on-site or will be at some future time. The survey also requests input on improvements in the campus response to COVID-19. Read More