MAPP 02.04.02 – Hours of Work, Work Schedule, and Work Locations Policy
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Is this policy for all of the University of Houston’s staff, faculty, and students?
No, this policy only applies to staff employees and not to faculty or student workers.
- Can an employee work fully remote?
Yes, but only if their job position has been classified for 100% remote work by Human
Resources and approved by the responsible Vice President.
- What must I do to request a compressed work week or modified work schedule?
A staff employee seeking a compressed work week or modified work schedule must submit
a written request to their immediate supervisor, who will then discuss the matter
with the responsible Vice President, who has ultimate approval authority.
- Does this policy allow an alternate work location outside of the State of Texas?
No. Positions eligible for 100% remote work must be classified as such by Human Resources
in conjunction with the responsible Vice President. The alternative work location
must be located in the State of Texas and reasonably close enough to the University
campus so that if necessary, the employee can be physically present at their regularly
assigned place of employment on the same day as needed.
- Who can approve a compressed work week or modified work schedule?
The employee's immediate supervisor will consider a compressed work week or modified
work schedule, but the responsible vice president must ultimately approve it.
- How can the compressed work week or modified work schedule be discontinued?
The University, including the employee’s immediate supervisor, can discontinue the
employee’s participation in a compressed work week or modified work schedule at any
time for any reason. Employees may also request that the compressed work week or
modified work schedule be terminated by providing their immediate supervisor with
written notice.
- Where can I find the policy?
Click here to view MAPP 02.04.02 – Hours of Work, Work Schedule, and Work Locations Policy.