Office of Human Resources

Performance Evaluations
In the process of receiving supervisory orientation, training and instruction, you will also be made aware of the level of performance expected by your supervisor. Performance evaluations will be conducted periodically to identify areas of good performance, and to assist you in correcting any problems which may be encountered and to keep you informed of your progress. Your ability to consistently improve and demonstrate competency in the performance of your duties will be considered by your supervisor in the evaluation of your continued employment; and whether you should be granted permanent status upon the completion of your probationary period.

During the probationary period, performance evaluations are normally conducted at three, six and nine months for employees with one year probation and six, twelve and eighteen months for employees with a two year probation, but may be conducted more frequently, if considered appropriate by the supervisor. Permanent employees receive evaluation on an annual basis.

Work Schedule and Hours
Most departments and offices maintain business from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday with one hour off for lunch and employees are scheduled accordingly. During the summer months, the campus may work from 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. on Fridays. There are some exceptions which require shift work, including departments which operate 24 hours per day, seven days per week.

Work schedules are subject to change to accommodate departmental or University needs. Notification of any change in an employee's regular work schedule will be provided according to provisions in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Rest and Meal Periods
Rest breaks and meal periods are outlined in the Industrial Welfare Commission Orders as well as the collective bargaining agreement covering the employee and are arranged by the supervisor. Meal periods are normally a maximum of one hour within an 8-hour work period. Breaks for employees are normally a maximum of 15 minutes during a 4-hour work period. Part-time employees and those who may work a 10-hour day receive rest breaks which are equitable in relation to those of other employees. The time allowed for rest breaks is not cumulative.

Overtime and Compensating Time Off
Employees may be required to work overtime, on occasion, when it is absolutely necessary. However, overtime work is not expected of an employee unless it is assigned by the supervisor and under no circumstances may work be performed on an overtime basis without proper authorization. Overtime is defined as authorized time worked in excess of forty (40) hours in a seven (7) day period. Overtime shall be compensated in cash or in Compensatory Time Off (CTO) as determined by the supervisor. If overtime should be needed, the supervisor will obtain the administrative approval necessary to issue the assignment and ensure that the employee receives any overtime compensation to which they may be entitled.

The method for computing overtime and the compensation for overtime depends on the position classification and appropriate governmental regulations. The employee's supervisor will provide further details when necessary. Generally, managerial, administrative and professional employees are not eligible for overtime compensation.