Flexible Work Arrangements
The University of Houston-Downtown endeavors to foster a work environment that maximizes productivity and flexibility for supervisors and staff. Depending on an employee's position and their department's needs, flexible, compressed, and remote work arrangements may be possible.
Flexible Work Hours, Schedule, or Location
The Alternative Work Arrangements (AWA) policy will be rescinded effective June 1, 2025. Effective immediately, no new AWA applications for hybrid-remote work will be processed. Existing hybrid-remote arrangements must conclude on or before June 1, 2025. For more information, please refer to the announcement and accompanying FAQs.
At the discretion of the University, employees may be allowed short- or long-term flexible work arrangements as defined in PS 02.A.01 – Policy on Work Hours, Schedule, and Location, provided they continue to serve their customers effectively and efficiently and meet established institutional and departmental goals. These arrangements may include the following options:
- Flexible Work Schedule (e.g., 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
- Compressed Workweek (e.g., four 10-hour days per week)
- 100 % Remote Work (for approved positions only)
- Discuss with your supervisor which flexible work option for which you may be eligible. The list of positions that are eligible for remote work are listed on the HR webpage.
- Complete the Flexible Work Agreement form.
- Once your request is approved, you may begin your flexible work arrangement for the period indicated.
All employees are encouraged to review UHD's Policy on Work Hours, Schedule, and Location. Those requesting and/or reviewing and approving a flexible work arrangement must review this policy.
Key contacts:
- For questions about an application for flexible work arrangements: hrrecords@uhd.edu
- For questions about the Policy on Work Hours, Schedule, and Location: hr@uhd.edu