HRS News
Holiday Leave and Skeleton Crew Information
The holiday season is fast aproaching. Visit the Skeleton Crew and Compensation for Holidays page for more information.
Nominations Begin for the 2010 Outstanding Staff and Outstanding Supervisor Awards
Many staff members and supervisors make invaluable contributions to the university's continued success. The Outstanding Staff Awards and Outstanding Supervisor Awards recognize these important efforts. Read more about the staff award nomination process and eligibility and nomination criteria.
Flu Shots & Insurance Coverage
Read information about the availability of Seasonal and H1N1 flu shots and about how insurance covers these vaccinations.
Work/Life Balance Resources
Work/Life & Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is pleased to announce the launch of the new Work/Life Balance Resources Web page. This page provides a complete list of university (and some off-campus) resources available to all employees of The University of Texas at Austin. View the list of resources available to you.
HealthPoint: Occupational Health Program
Occupational Health Program-Laboratory Animal and Biomedical Services are now available at the North Office Building (NOA) through HealthPoint, Human Resource Services' new initiative for employee health and well-being at work and in life. Find more information about the services offered through the HealthPoint Occupational Health Program.
Insurance Rates for the New Plan Year
The insurance and UT Flex selections you made during Annual Enrollment in July will become effective September 1, 2009. However, changes in your deductions for those selections will not show on your earnings statement until October 1, 2009. At that time, even if you did not make new selections during Annual Enrollment, you may see new deduction amounts due to increases and decreases in plan rates. You will also see that the premium sharing amount that offsets the cost of your health insurance will change.
All of the insurance rates for the new plan year and premium sharing amounts for health insurance are available online.
If you were required to submit Evidence of Insurability for yourself or any of your family members for health or term life insurance coverage, those changes may appear on an earnings statement after October 1, dependent on the approval of the insurance company.
If you have questions, please contact the Human Resource Service Center by e-mail or call us at 471-HRSC (4772).
New UT Select Health Plan Identification Cards
Separate ID cards for UT SELECT Medical and Prescription Drug Plans will be issued in August for the 2009-2010 insurance plan year. Read more about this topic.
Human Resource Services' Diversity Report
Read the report on diversity programs and activities for Human Resource Services (HRS). This report documents HRS employee's activities and measures of advancement in the area of diversity.
Annual Enrollment
Annual Enrollment ended on July 31, 2009. Elections are no longer available. You can't change your insurance coverage during the year except in the case of a qualified status change. Read more about Change In Insurance Status.
If your July 2009 Annual Enrollment elections required an Evidence of Insurability (EOI), you will still be able to access the My UT Benefits site to make updates to your EOI through the deadline of August 15, 2009. For more information, please see "When is Evidence of Insurability Required?" for current employees and retirees.
Annual Enrollment: July 1-31, 2009
This year's Annual Enrollment brings about a few changes, and Human Resource Services (HRS) would like to ensure that you have the necessary information to help you make the best insurance plan selections for you and your family. Please see the information below regarding benefits fairs and presentations offered in July. You can e-mail us, call us at 471-HRSC (4772), or stop by and see us in our service center and receive help from one of our highly trained Service Center personnel. They are happy to assist you! We are located on the second floor lobby of NOA.
To review your current benefit summary online and make any changes to your insurance selections for the upcoming insurance plan year, please visit the Annual Enrollment Web site.
View a short video* from Human Resource Services (HRS) discussing this year's plan changes.
*requires software capable of playing a Windows Media Video (.wmv) file, such as the free Windows Media Player.
Guaranteed Enrollment in Disability Plans Until July 31
Did you know you have guaranteed enrollment in disability plans during this Annual Enrollment only? You can enroll in one or both plans without the Evidence of Insurability (EOI) requirement through July 31, 2009. Read more about this opportunity [PDF].
Using Work Time for Annual Enrollment Events
Employees are permitted to use work time to attend Annual Enrollment events or visit the Human Resource Service Center (HRSC) with prior supervisory approval. Employees should request to use work time as far in advance as possible and supervisors should schedule attendance to ensure that staffing and service needs are met. For additional questions, please contact your Employee and Management Service Representative or call HRSC at 471-HRSC (4772). We are happy to address any of your questions or concerns.
Questions about the H1N1 Virus and how it effects your work at UT Austin?
Read about exposure to the H1N1 virus. Find answers to frequently asked questions about how to record your leave time related to H1N1 virus. To stay up to date with the university's response to the virus, visit UT Austin's Emergency Web site.
The President's Staff Awards
The Tower at The University of Texas at Austin was lighted orange Thursday evening (May 7) in celebration of the recipients of the 2009 President's Staff Awards. Visit the President's Staff Awards Web site to view short video vignettes honoring the 2009 Outstanding Staff & Supervisor award recipients.
Compliance & Ethics Hotline
There are several methods for reporting suspected compliance and ethics violations. Visit the University Compliance Services site to learn more.
2009-2010 Holiday Schedule
The 2009-2010 Holiday Schedule is now available online!
UTemps is Still Hiring!
Non-benefits eligible and temporary positions are not subject to the flexible hiring freeze. UTemps is an option. UTemps handles all pre-employment screening and compliance training, as well as all timekeeping, payroll, and employment documents, so you won't have extra paperwork. Find out how to hire a UTemp!
It’s Performance Appraisal Time
University policy requires that each regular classified and non-faculty, professional staff's performance be appraised annually prior to reappointment. For more information on the university's performance appraisal process, read the policy or visit the HRS Web page on performance appraisals.
How to Keep Your Kids Busy This Summer!
Team up with UT RecSports. The UT RecSports Youth Camp program has been providing personal, expert instruction to youth in Austin since 1980. Visit their site to find out more.
Nominations Begin for the 2010 Outstanding Staff and Outstanding Supervisor Awards
Many staff members and supervisors make invaluable contributions to the university's continued success. The Outstanding Staff Awards and Outstanding Supervisor Awards recognize these important efforts. Read more about the staff award nomination process and eligibility and nomination criteria.
HRMS is Now Available
The university recently released a comprehensive software application combining human resource processes into a single user-friendly interface. This first phase of the Human Resource Management System (HRMS) has built a foundation for managing positions and meeting human resource needs specific to our campus and higher education. Visit the HRMS Project Web site for announcements and for information on the software’s future phases.
HRS Reports
HRS reports the latest stats on UT Austin baby boomers approaching retirement. Read more here.
HRS reports on the number of UT Austin employees who may benefit from an alternate scheduling or transportation program. Read more here.
