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Policies help keep the University of Rochester a safe, respectful, productive, and positive academic and health care workplace. On this page, you can explore, access, and review policies relevant to your current or future needs.

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Long-Term Disability Plan

Policy Number: Not applicable

The policy covering the Long Term Disability (LTD) Plan has been replaced by the LTD Certificate effective January 2023.

Human Resources

Compliance Education

Policy Number: 114

This policy provides Medical Center employees with education and information about the Medical Center Compliance Program, certain laws that relate to the submission of claims to Medicare and Medicaid and protections for individuals who report potential billing problems.

Records & Compliance

Sick Leave Plan

Policy Number: 337

This policy outlines guidelines and procedures for the University's sick leave plan for all eligible employees in accordance with the New York State Sick Leave Law.

Human Resources

Compensation Discussions and Disclosures

Policy Number: 196

Subject to certain exceptions outlined within this policy, the University will not discharge or discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because the employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant.

Compensation & Benefits, Conduct & Community Standards

Worker Classification: Employee vs. Independent Contractor

Policy Number: 122

This policy establishes the policy and process for assessing whether an individual performing work or services for the University is properly classified as a University employee or as an independent contractor.

Human Resources

Staff Education andĀ Development

Policy Number: 310

This policy outlines the guidelines Organizational Development and Staff Diversity (ODSD) uses for Staff education and development opportunities.

Human Resources

Tobacco-Free Institution

Policy Number: 170

The purpose of this policy is to comply with the New York State Public Health Law Article 13-E, and to assist in the creation of a healthful and comfortable environment for all students, faculty, administrators, staff visitors and any other members of the University of Rochester community.

Conduct & Community Standards, Human Resources, Safety

Employment of Foreign Nationals

Policy Number: 124

The University will not knowingly employ or continue to employ persons who do not meet the requirements of federal laws pertaining to immigration and naturalization. Further, all employees must complete the U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Serviceā€™s (USCIS) Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9, as per USCIS guidelines.

Employment & Staffing
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