Foreword

This Staff Handbook has been prepared by Employment Services and Operations (ESO) and it summarizes University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) employment policies and procedures for current and prospective employees. It also provides important information regarding benefits, resources, and services that are available to staff.

The Handbook is designed to also serve as a useful source of reference regarding relevant state and federal laws, UH System and UHD policies and procedures that govern interactions between the University and its staff. The University values greatly its relationship with its employees and consistently strives to create and maintain a positive working environment.

This edition of the Staff Handbook continues the tradition of the University and ESO to always provide valuable and helpful information to staff. I wish to sincerely thank all of the ESO staff for assisting in the high-quality and comprehensive production of this handbook, and extend special thanks to all UHD staff members outside ESO for their assistance.

This Handbook and detailed information relating to employment laws, policies and procedures may be found on the ESO website.

Ivonne Montalbano Vice President Employment Services and Operations