UAB employees may follow the steps below to determine eligibility and next steps for the Hybrid (Partially) Remote, In-State (Fully) Remote and Out-of-State (Fully) Remote work options.
Employees in Workgroup A are also eligible to request a Flexible Work Schedule allowing a compressed or non-traditional work schedule (i.e., 4 or 4.5 days of work per week) provided the total number of hours worked in a week is at least 40. This option will allow more Workgroup A employees to participate in the Alternate Work Options program — some who may not otherwise be eligible or approved for hybrid or remote opportunities. If approved by a supervisor, eligible employees can participate in multiple options (e.g., remote or hybrid employees can also be considered for a Flexible Work Schedule). For more information on Flexible Work Schedules, visit the Alternate Work Options FAQs page.
Get Started
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Step 1
Is your job eligible for Hybrid/Remote?
Hybrid/Remote eligible jobs are those with duties and responsibilities which can be effectively performed, whether fully or partially, at an alternate work location (off-site).
Access the UAB Employee Workforce App online to determine whether your job can be considered for a hybrid or remote schedule. If your job is considered eligible, you will see “Remote/Hybrid Possible: Hybrid or Remote; Hybrid Only; or Not Eligible” clearly identified below your workgroup assignment and above your specific job title.
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Step 2
Are you eligible for Hybrid/Remote?
Many positions require an in-person presence to best serve our students, patients, community and each other, so many will not be eligible for Hybrid or Remote schedules. Some, however, can be done well — and sometimes more effectively — off-site.
If a group or individual's job can be considered for a Hybrid/Remote work schedule, an administrative unit has the discretion to consider those positions for Hybrid/Remote arrangements based on local needs, including the ability to manage and monitor productivity among groups or individuals. If your job is eligible for Hybrid/Remote, your unit/supervisor will determine your eligibility.
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Step 3
If you are eligible for Hybrid/Remote...
If the UAB Employee Workforce App identifies your job as Hybrid/Remote possible and your supervisor has confirmed that you are eligible, follow the next steps below.
- Submit Hybrid/Remote Agreement (must be accessed via campus network or VPN)
- Complete Training for UAB Employees
- Review Information Technology Hybrid/Remote Work Policies
Additional Information
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Alternate Work Options
Hybrid (Partially) Remote - Up to 4 days a week off-site
- No limit on the number of staff who participate
- Must reside in Alabama and report to their on-site work location within 90 minutes of notice
- Includes Executive Administrator, Executive Director and above positions, provided on-site staff have a supervisor on-site
In-State (Fully) Remote - 100% off-site
- Combined with Out-of-State Fully Remote, up to 10% of VP/School staff eligible to participate
- Excludes positions at Executive Administrator/ Executive Director and above
Out-of-State (Fully) Remote - Must be pre-approved by HR & Finance
- Fully Remote only
- May constitute up to 50% of VP/Schools’ total remote allocation when combined with the In-State limit
- Schools/Units could be assessed 10% of individual staff annual salary administrative fee or roll costs into RCM
- Excludes positions at Executive Administrator/ Executive Director and above
Flexible Work Schedule - On Campus, Hybrid, In-State/Out-of-State Fully Remote eligible
- Staff must work at least 40 hours per workweek
- May work 4 days or 4 1/2 days per workweek (example)
- May adjust start and stop times of shift
- Non-exempt (hourly) employees must take at least a 30-minute meal break when working 6 hours or more
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Alternate Work Options Process Flow
All Participants (existing and new) In-State Employees
Out of State Remote Employees
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Additional Resources for Employees
- Online Meeting Etiquette for Attendees – A 2022 Update
- 5 Challenges of Hybrid Work and How to Overcome Them
- Here's how to stay productive — and connected — when you work from home
- Enabling Productive Remote Work: Expert Tips For Staying Connected And Engaged
- Self-Care Resources for Hybrid/Remote Workers