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Policy 2202 Update: Flexible Work Policy and Procedures Revised
HR News Policy 2202 Update: Flexible Work Policy and Procedures Policy 2202 (Flexible Work) and its procedures have been updated to address the evolving needs of the institution and our workforce. Scope broadened to all employees. The policy previously applied only under specific classification-and-location combinations (e.g., A/P faculty and classified staff could work…
Policy Update: Expanding Visibility to Campus Job Opportunities
HR News Policy Update: Expanding Visibility to Campus Job Opportunities We are pleased to announce revisions to Policy 2224 designed to support equal access and increase visibility of student employment opportunities across the university: Here is what has changed: Procedures for Policy 2224 has a New Requirement for Student Wage…
Sign-On Bonus Process Now in Dynamic Forms
HR News Sign-On Bonus Process Now in Dynamic Forms Effective July 15, 2026, the Sign-On Bonus Process for Classified Staff Positions transitioned to Dynamic Forms. This change is intended to streamline the submission and approval process. The overall approval workflow remains the same; however, requests for classified staff positions must…
State Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Reporting
HR News State Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Reporting The State Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Hotline (800-723-1615) provides the opportunity for citizens and state employees to anonymously report suspected incidents of fraud, waste, abuse, or corruption that may have occurred in state agencies and institutions. Every state employee has an obligation to…
New Food & Beverage Event Policy Now in Effect
HR News New Food & Beverage Event Policy Now in Effect Planning an event with food or beverages on campus? A new university-wide Food & Beverage Event Policy (Policy 1135) is now in effect and outlines updated requirements for catering, approved vendors, and event planning. All faculty, staff, and student…
New University Policy 1205: Religious Accommodations
HR News New University Policy 1205: Religious Accommodations George Mason has adopted University Policy 1205 – Reasonable Accommodation on the Basis of Religion, which applies to employees, students, applicants, visitors, and others who interact with the university. The accommodation process is coordinated by the Office of Access, Compliance, and Community (OACC). Key Points to…
I-9 Compliance by International Visa Holders and Their Employers
HR News I-9 Compliance by International Visa Holders and Their Employers Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), Form I-9, Section 2 must be completed within three business days of an employee’s start date to verify identity and work authorization. Employees may not begin work or receive pay until…
Inclement Weather and Telework: Policy 2207
HR News Inclement Weather and Telework: Policy 2207 With the winter storm this weekend, now is the perfect time to review the Inclement Weather/Emergency Closure Policy and begin discussing flexible work options with your supervisor and/or direct report(s). HR Liaisons, please check in with the supervisors in your unit to ensure…
Policy 2202 Updates: Student Wage
HR News Policy 2202 Updates: Student Wage Human Resources is providing an important update regarding Policy 2202: Flexible Work to ensure continuity in student employment practices and allowing adequate time for campus units to prepare for upcoming changes. Implementation of, and compliance with, the 2025 Policy 2202 update, which included the addition of student wage employees, has been extended until the beginning of the…
Protected: Prepare for W-2s: Verify Your Permanent Address in Patriot Web
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PageUp Tips: Visibility, Applicant Management, and Access
HR News PageUp Tips: Visibility, Applicant Management, and Access Staying Warm with Helpful Hiring Tips The major updates introduced last month are still underway. For a refresher, please review the October edition. This month, we’re highlighting a few helpful tips and reminders related to PageUp: Seasonal & Temporary Hiring Support…
Background Check Reminder
HR News Background Check Reminder Teaching faculty must initiate background checks by Saturday, January 10 to ensure they can begin teaching by the start of the semester. We are asking academic unit HR liaisons to please reach out to new instructional faculty to ensure they are initiating their background checks…
New Policy: Reporting Hazing Incidents
New Requirements Under Clery Act For Employees to Report Hazing Incidents In December 2024, the federal Stop Campus Hazing Act (SCHA) was signed into law. Among the new requirements of the law is to add hazing as a crime that must be tracked under the Clery Act and reported in…