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Summer hours?
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As many positions do not allow working remotely; would there ever be discussion about summer hours for employees such as Fridays off during June and/or July or summer hours ending earlier at 3pm during June and/or July? Summer shifts ending at 3pm would allow staff to leave before the extreme heat of afternoons, especially those that park far away. Another potential option for heat reprieve may be consideration of closing on Fridays during summer months. This would allow reduced electricity usage campus wide with reduction of ozone pollution from driving that is compounded by extreme heat periods.
Resolution:
Thank you for your question. The regular business hours for ASU are Monday-Friday, 8am – 5pm. As a public university, we place a premium to serving our students, families and public during established business hours. In accordance with SPP 306; Alternative Schedules may be an option, but are limited to the following: 1. four ten-hour days 2. a 9-day, 80-hour schedule over two workweeks (exempt employees only) 3. staggered start and stop times 4. working on weekends/evenings 5. working during second or third shifts during specific hours determined within the unit 6. working shifts with shortened lunch periods. Vice presidents or deans may establish standard and/or alternative work schedules, that best meet the service and work needs of their respective areas. We also invite you to review the flexible work arrangement program as another alternative. https://cfo.asu.edu/telecommuting-guidelines I suggest you reach out to your supervisor or internal HR department to explore alternative scheduling or flexible work arrangement guidance
Staff Appreciation
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Hello, this year's employee appreciation BBQ falls on March 28 and 24, which is during Ramadan. I was wondering if we could consider selecting a date outside of Ramadan so Muslim employees can also attend. I also ask if we can consider having vegan and vegetarian items so the event is more inclusive.
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Thank you for your feedback. When selecting a date for the BBQ, many factors are considered, including religious holidays and observances. This process requires the coordination of many groups and individuals, as well as considering the availability of the venue. We apologize that this year's BBQ [April 2 for the Tempe and SkySong campuses] coincides with Ramadan. We will follow up with the groups and individuals responsible for planning these events to ensure they are especially careful and considerate when scheduling future dates.
Additionally, the Staff Council has ensured that vegan and vegetarian items are available at every BBQ.
Office Space
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Offices that use to house one person now have three. If a dept does not have space for employees then why don't they consider an additional work from home day. Creative furniture can't solve the lack of space in some offices.
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Please Implement More University Holidays
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I have worked in the non-profit, K-12, and other higher ed roles and ASU seems as though they are behind on implementing various holidays throughout the year. I recently worked for Maricopa Community College and the new president implemented 1 week of paid vacation for non-faculty staff for spring break as well as Juneteenth off for their 2023 calendar year on top of the 1 week of between Christmas and New Years. ASU really needs to implement at least the basic Federal holidays such as President's Day and Juneteenth and atleast the week off for the holidays at the end of the year. This will really help with employee morale and keep up with employers that are continually adding better PTO and vacation packages. I know you are able to request time off during that time, but other employers are giving that time to their staff. This leads to happier and re-charged staff throughout the year with less burnout and fatigue. Please bring this to senior leadership and the board so ASU can compete with other employers.
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