In a move that can save interested staff as much as 20 percent on commuting costs this summer, the University is offering staff members the option of working a compressed work week. To ease commuting costs during the traditionally slower summer session, UNM will offer staff members the option of working a compressed workweek. The program, available June 16 through Aug. 15, 2008.
It will provide most full-time employees on main campus the opportunity to work a four-day workweek by extending their workday to 10-hour days.
Due to mission-critical operations, employees on 24/7 operations and those at the Health Science Center will have the opportunity on a limited basis. More information on HSC summer hours will be issued from the Executive Vice President for the Health Sciences Center office.
In order to provide continuous service, University offices will remain open Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Other units, such as the libraries, must maintain their published operating hours. Employees may be asked to take alternating days off to accommodate these schedules.
While individual work schedules will be determined by department managers, staff who work eight hours or more per day are required to take a one-half or one-hour unpaid meal break during the work day (UBPPM 3300 Paid Time, section 6.1).
In observance of Independence Day, employees will work regular shifts the week of June 30, with the holiday observed on Friday, July 4.
The program is optional as some employees may not be able to extend their workday due to family care or other issues. Additionally, some managers may not be able to meet the obligations of their units on the basis of a four 10-hour day workweek. However, managers are encouraged to allow employees this opportunity during the summer.
If you have any questions, speak with your manager or supervisor.