What’s New:
• The Student Assistant Pay Ranges have been updated to reflect the most recent
minimum wage increase for January 2020.
• There are new guidelines for terminations along with a link to the Check-Out
Notification form now required by Employee Services.
• There are more defined guidelines to the Work Hour Regulations, specifically
surrounding students holding multiple positions.
• There is a new Job Description Sample and a new Job Description Template for
student employee jobs.
o We ask that you use this template as a written job description is required for the
personnel file.
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Table of Contents
Introduction 5
I. Student Employment Policy
a. Student Employment Eligibility 6
Hourly Students
Background Check
b. Work Hour Regulation 6
Overtime
Breaks
Over Payment
Jury Duty
c. Pay Rate Regulation 8
Student Employment Job Class Description
Student Employment Pay Matrix
d. Time Entry Regulation 11
Managing Student Time Records
e. Student Employee Termination 12
Counseling
Documentation
f. Student Retirement Policy 12
Undergraduate Student Employees
Graduate Student Employees
g. FERPA-Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act 13
h. HIPAA- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act 13
i. Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity and Inclusion 14
j. Conflicts of Interest and Nepotism 14
Administrative Policy Statement
k. Sexual Misconduct Policy 14
Sexual Misconduct Defined
Obligation to Report
Retaliatory Acts
l. Drug and Alcohol Information 15
Drug and Alcohol Counseling, Treatment and/or Rehabilitation
m. Work Related Injury/Workers' Compensation 15
Student Employees Covered by Workers’ Comp
After Injury Process
Employee’s Responsibilities
Supervisor’s Responsibilities
University Risk Management Responsibilities
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II. Student Employee Information & Policy
a. Student Employee Responsibilities and Rights 17
b. Gaining Student Employment 18
c. Required Training 18
d. Student Employment Paperwork 18
On-Campus Employment Paperwork
Background Check
e. Student Time Collection 19
III. On-Campus University Employer Responsibilities
a. General Employer Responsibilities 20
b. Hiring Student Hourly Employees 20
Finding Student Employees
Hiring Student Employees
Background Check
c. Setting up Student Employees in HCM 21
HCM Student Employee Setup Guide
Common Errors in Setting-up Work-Study Students in HCM
d. Time Entry Regulations 22
Managing Student Time Records
e. Student Employee Termination 23
Counseling
Documentation
IV. Appendix
-Student Employee Letter of Offer 26
-Student Employee Sample Job Description 27
-Student Employee Job Description Template 28
-Student Employee Evaluation Form Template 29
-Student Employee Disciplinary Action Form 31
-Pay Rate Regulation 33
-Student Employee Pay Matrix 34
-Student Employment Job Class Descriptions 35
V. Web Link References 38
VI. Index 40
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Introduction Letter
Student Employment Handbook
Student Employment Office
Dear Employers and Students,
The Student Employment Office presents this Student Employment Handbook to assist all the University of
Colorado Denver │Anschutz Medical Campus student employees, supervisors, and personnel payroll liaisons
(PPLs). This handbook is intended to help University affiliated employers manage, dictate, and implement the
policies and regulation within the student employment program, and offer guidance to student employees.
This handbook includes information regarding undergraduate and graduate student hourly employees. In
addition, this handbook will address work place issues such as; student retirement, employee termination, equal
opportunity, nepotism, sexual misconduct, drugs and alcohol, and workers’ compensation policies.
It is recommended that students read and understand their rights and responsibilities as a student employee
before starting employment. It is also recommended that all employers are familiar with this handbook, and
include the student portion of this handbook in every new student employee training.
The University of Colorado Denver │Anschutz Medical Campus Student Employment Office, would like to
extend a thank you to the Boulder Campus Student Employment Office, for sharing information, policies, and
procedures, along with other assistance in the completion of this handbook.
If there are any questions or concerns regarding this handbook, and/or questions regarding information not
included in this handbook, please contact the Student Employment Office at: 303.315.1842 or by email at
studentemployment@ucdenver.edu.
Sincerely,
Student Employment | Financial Aid & Scholarships
303.315.1842 | studentemploymen[email protected]du
Office Location: Student Commons Building, 5105A
Secure Document Upload: www.ucdenver.edu/fadocs
University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus
ucdenver.edu | cuanschutz.edu
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Student Employment Policy
Student Hourly Positions
Student Employment Eligibility
Hourly Students:
All student employees (undergraduate, graduate and professional) must be enrolled during the semester in
which they are employed. Student hourly employees may work in the summer if they are enrolled in a
program.
Please Note: Student Hourly employees who are graduating may work to the end of the semesters pay period,
and do NOT need to end their position after the last day of classes and/or finals week.
*Displacing regular workers, i.e. State Classified/Professional/faculty employees, by student employees is prohibited
under: 34 CFR 675.20.*
Background Check:
All student employees must complete the University of Colorado Denver|Anschutz Medical Campus
Background Request Form, pursuant to the University of Colorado Denver │ Anschutz Medical Campus
Background Investigations policy. Students may not begin working until the student has successfully passed
a background check.
Work Hour Regulation
Undergraduate student hourly employees are recommended to work 20 hours a week throughout the Fall, Spring and
Summer semesters while classes are in session. The maximum number of hours a student employee may work during the
fall and spring semester is 25 hours per week or 50 hours per biweekly payroll period, provided no single week in that
period exceeds 40 work hours. However, the maximum number of hours a student employee may work during the summer
is 40 hours per week.
Graduate and Professional student hourly employees are recommended to work 20 hours a week throughout the Fall,
Spring and Summer semesters while classes are in session. The maximum number of hours a student employee may work
during the fall and spring semester is 25 hours per week or 50 hours per biweekly payroll period, provided no single week
in that period exceeds 40 work hours. However, the maximum number of hours a student employee may work during the
summer is 40 hours per week.
International Students: In accordance with the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) regulations, international
students may not work more than 20 hours per week—in total, regardless of the number of positions—while classes are
in session during the Fall and Spring semesters. During the Summer semester, and when the University is on an official
break and/or no classes are in session, international students may work on campus in a student hourly position, up to, but
not more than, 40 hours a week. Additional employment for international students is prohibited under [8 CFR 214.2
(f)(9)(i) and at 22 CFR 62.23 (g)(2)(iii)].
Please see the Student Employee Work Hours policy for more information regarding student work hour regulation.
*Scheduled work hours for all student employees (Work-Study and Student Hourly) must not conflict with students’
class schedule or academic progress.*
Student employees may work multiple jobs however each student employee must inform each department of all
additional/multiple jobs. The Student Employment Office does not recommend that a student have more than
four (4) active positions at the same time though.
Employers should make sure that students are not working during the times they are scheduled to be in class. Auditors
often review student time records to check for this type of situation. In cases when students report hours worked while
they were scheduled to be in class, the employer should have documentation in the student’s file regarding the
extenuating circumstances that allowed them to work during this class time.
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Students are expected to work the agreed upon hours, be punctual, and satisfy all reasonable requirements of the employer
with regards to performance and behavior standards of the job. The student should notify the employer in advance if
unable to work any given day. It is recommended that this expectation be clearly communicated to the student at the
interview and upon hiring. Employers should give clear instructions on who to notify, and how to notify (phone, email), if
the student is unable to work or is running late.
It is the responsibility of the employer to work with the student to come up with a reasonable schedule that meets the
employer’s needs along with the student’s academic needs. There will be times during the semester (i.e. midterms and
finals) where student’s schedules may need to be adjusted. Planning ahead of time will help reduce the inconvenience to
the employer.
Students are to be paid only for hours worked. Employers cannot pay a student for anticipated hours. Supervisors must
review the time record for accuracy to verify that the student is reporting the correct time.
Overtime:
Student hourly employees are eligible for overtime. If employers have students that are working multiple
jobs, it is the responsibility of the department(s) and of the employee to monitor the total hours worked
in a given week across all jobs. If the total hours worked in the week are greater than forty hours (40)
then the department where the employee works the 41st hour is required to pay the overtime.
Departments should work out ahead of time who will be responsible for paying the overtime or agree to
share the overtime charges. Please make sure students are aware of the overtime issues when working in
multiple departments. Employers need to discuss with student that overtime must be pre-approved or
can be grounds for termination. All overtime must have prior approval by the supervisor.
Breaks:
A student working a consecutive four-hour work period can be given a 15 minute break with pay. A student
working a full eight-hour day can be given up to two 15 minute breaks with pay and a lunch break without
pay. A student working more than five hours is entitled to a 30 minute lunch break without pay. It is
recommended that students take this meal break of at least 30 minutes if they work more than 5 hours.
Breaks should not be taken at the beginning or the end of the work period and are not cumulative. The
breaks should be taken at times when they will not place an undue burden on the department. Employers
and students can view the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment’s regulations for breaks and
meal periods.
Over Payment:
The collection of unearned wages paid in error to an employee is required by State Fiscal Rules, Chapter 9:
Payroll, Rule 9-4. For more information please visit the Fiscal Rules website.
Whenever an overpayment of wages has occurred, the employing department must complete the Notice of
Overpayment Adjustment form. For this form as well as more detailed information on overpayments to
University employees, please see the Employee Services Procedures Guide.
Jury Duty:
In accordance with the Code of Colorado Regulations, students who are called to serve for jury duty are entitled to
compensation. Students are paid their actual hourly rate for any normally scheduled work that occurs during the first
three days of jury duty served. Compensation for jury duty must be paid 100% out of departmental hourly
funds. If the student receives any jury pay from the court, they are not required to turn in hours to the University to
receive regular pay. Students must notify their supervisor immediately that they must attend jury duty and should
provide supervisors with documentation from the court, indicating the dates that they served for jury duty. For more
information regarding this policy, please click here.
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Pay Rate Regulation
Supervisors are responsible for setting the hourly pay rate of their student employees in accordance with the current
Student Employment Job Class Descriptions, and the Student Employment Pay Matrix (both below). Student employees
cannot be paid below the minimum wage standard, which is specified in the Student Employment Pay Matrix, and dictated
be State and Federal regulation. Student employees must be paid at or above the State or Federal minimum wage,
whichever is higher at any given time.
More information on the Colorado minimum wage is available on the Department of Labor and Employment website.
If a student is being paid a fixed fee for a project, the hours to complete the project must be taken into account when
calculating the payment total to ensure the wages are at or above the minimum wage standard.
When changing the student’s pay rate, first determine if the new pay rate still coincides with the pay range associated
with the student’s job code/class. If the new rate still coincides with the range, enter new amount and approve the
change. If the new rate falls outside of the current code/class, employers will need to make sure the student’s job
description has changed and the student’s job code/class is updated within Position Data in HCM.
Student Employment Job Class Descriptions:
STUDENT ASSISTANT I
Job Code = 4101
Pay Range = $12.00 to $13.32
This class describes unskilled or entry-level training positions. These positions generally perform one identifiable
set of duties so there is little variety. There is no latitude for altering the sequence of processing steps, determining
own methods, or exercising significant judgment. Very specific instructions are clearly stated and readily available.
This class may be used as a training level for a higher class.
Some examples of work or positions may include: filing, reception, sorting and routing mail, unskilled
typing/word processing, unskilled lab helper (e.g. clean-up, preparation of solutions), custodian, food service
worker, and library assistant/aide.
STUDENT ASSISTANT II
Job Code = 4102
Pay Range = $12.95 to $14.59
This class describes routine and repetitive work where there is variation in duties requiring some judgment. These
positions require little, if any, previous or specific knowledge, skill or experience. Employees often perform tasks
which require the use of special equipment or tools (e.g. standard lab equipment, duplication equipment, grounds
equipment, computer access or entry of data, or operation of audio-visual equipment). Assignments may include
latitude for altering the sequence of processing steps by choosing alternatives from a standard set of procedures.
Training positions receive the necessary preparation for entry to a higher class.
Some examples of work or positions may include: switchboard operation, groundskeeper, building security
guard, day care aide, library assistant, clerical/office/staff assistant, manual labor, audio-visual technician,
parking attendant (issuance of citations), data entry operator, grader, testing assistant, art model, childcare aide,
duplicating and printing assistant, music assistant, lab helper with minimal responsibility, and receptionist
(closely supervised).
STUDENT ASSISTANT III
Job Code = 4103
Pay Range = $14.18 to $16.02
This class describes developmental and/or semi-skilled positions requiring the application of various knowledge
and experience. These employees usually perform more independently and require less supervision of detail. Duties
may involve greater variety. Work generally requires 1-2 semesters or previous experience, course work or training.
This class may be used to provide further training for a higher class.
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Some examples of work or positions may include: skilled typing, lead-worker, police dispatcher, cook's
assistant, lab assistant (e.g. assisting with or running routine tests, experiments, or analysis given specific
procedures but requiring some judgment in the execution), public safety guard, vehicle driver, 2nd year
clerical/office/support assistant, computer operator, day care group leader, security worker, technical assistant,
peer advisor, cashier (entry), police dispatcher intern, clerk typist, word processor, secretary, student assistant,
tutor/grader, administrative assistant, nursing assistant, laboratory researcher (some supervision), course evaluator
or skilled data entry worker.
STUDENT ASSISTANT IV
Job Code = 4104
Pay Range = $15.55 to $17.60
This class describes full operating and/or skilled positions. Employees perform independently and require minimal
supervision. Instruction is provided only for new or unusual situations. Employees possess all the relevant
knowledge, experience or skill to perform duties independently. Generally requires 3-4 semesters or equivalent
experience.
Some examples of work or positions may include: accounting technician, bus driver, microcomputer specialist,
draftsperson, electronic technician, or storekeeper.
STUDENT ASSISTANT V
Job Code = 4105
Pay Range = $17.09 to $19.37
This class describes supervisory and/or advanced level positions. Supervisory employees supervise three or more
subordinate student employees, including the authority to make hiring selections, schedule work and approve leave,
and counsel employees on performance. Duties at the advanced level are typically more complex. Employees
perform without direct supervision except for infrequent occasions involving the most complex situations. Work is
typically reviewed for end result. Generally requires student to be 1-2 semesters short of degree and/or possess
several years of experience.
Some examples of work or positions may include: food service student supervisor, lab assistant supervisor,
clerical supervisor, day care group leader, custodial supervisor, computer programmer (requires original
coding), advanced technical accounting, advanced lab assistant (runs own subjects, may supervise lab helpers),
web page administrator, statistical analyst, program specialist, student services specialist, photographer,
statistical analyst, research technician, program specialist, teaching assistant, accounting technician, hospital
assistant (in clinics, records departments, etc.), or various other positions in which this employee supervises 3 or
more subordinate employees.
STUDENT ASSISTANT VI
Job Code = 4106
Pay Range = $18.82 to $25.99
This class describes second level supervisory, graduate level positions and/or positions requiring highly advanced
skills. Supervisory employees supervise three or more subordinates with at least one as Student Assistant III.
Graduate level employees possess the appropriate bachelor's degree and/or apply the knowledge gained to the
assignment. [This job class should not be confused with the student faculty 1500 series job classes].
Some examples of work or positions may include: research assistant, graduate tutor/grader, and graduate
teaching assistant, entry level accountant, advanced lab work (requiring specialized knowledge), library
technician, student advisor, or peer counselor. Some UCCS examples of work or positions may include: teaching
assistant, entry level accountant, library technician, student services specialist, computer programmer (highly
advanced), engineering specialist, grant writer, community worker, mental health worker, electronic specialist,
engineering specialist, entry level accountant, advanced lab work, student advisor, peer counselor, library
technician, project coordinator, independent lab researcher, learning resource center coordinator, grant writer,
editor (for professional publications and research presentations), outreach program coordinator, statistician,
research presenter, graduate school assistant (epidemiology, medical physics, etc.), health care assistant
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(emergency room care associate, clinic assistant, etc.), engineering assistant, or various other positions in which
employee supervises 3 or more subordinate employees including at least one Student Assistant III.
STUDENT ASSISTANT
HIGH/TRADE SCHOOL/OTHER SCHOOL
Job Code = 4301
Pay Range = $12.00 to $28.37
This job class describes a high school, trade school or “other” (as defined by each campus) student who is working
for the University of Colorado.
Student Employment Pay Matrix:
Job Class Title
Job Code
Minimum
Maximum
Student Assistant I
4101
$12.00*
$13.32
Student Assistant II
4102
$12.95
$14.59
Student Assistant III
4103
$14.18
$16.02
Student Assistant IV
4104
$15.55
$17.60
Student Assistant V
4105
$17.09
$19.37
Student Assistant VI
4106
$18.82
$25.99
Off-Campus
4201
$12.00
$28.37
Student Assistant
High/Trade School/Other
4301
$12.00*
$28.37
Student Assistant Other
State Institution
4401
$12.00*
$28.37
*On 1/1/20 Colorado’s minimum wage increased from its previous $11.10 to $12.00 an hour. *
Article XVIII, Section 15, of the Colorado Constitution requires the Colorado minimum wage to be adjusted annually for inflation, as
measured by the Consumer Price Index used for the State of Colorado.
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Time Entry Regulation
Supervisors of students are responsible for facilitating time collection within their departments through the Departmental
Payroll Liaison (PPL). The Student Employment Office is responsible for managing the time entry process for all Off-
Campus Work-Study Employers (including students working in MSUD/CCD/AHEC/UCH/etc.).
Students must complete bi-weekly time records listing time in & time out for each day worked. The hours reported on
these time records must then be entered onto HCM Time Collection Pages. The signed hard copy of the time record must
be kept on file with the employing department for a minimum of 3 years (5 years recommended). Departments with
contracts and grants are required to retain records for 3 years (5 years recommended) from submission of final expenditure
reports on all contracts and grants. For work-study students, federal and state programs require departments to obtain
the time record for 3 years (5 years recommended) from the end of the award year.
PLEASE NOTE: Students are to be paid only for hours worked. Employers cannot pay a student for anticipated hours.
Supervisors must review the time record for accuracy to verify that the student is reporting the correct time. Supervisors
and students CANNOT hold hours in anticipation of a work-study award. Students must be paid hourly, until the
date work-study has been awarded.
Supervisors and students must adhere to the time collection deadlines and facilitate time collection with the department
Personnel Payroll Liaison (PPL). Time Collection deadlines are available on the CU Denver|CU Anschutz Human
Resources payroll calendar and the Student Employment Office (SEO) bi-weekly payroll calendar.
Since students are not eligible/entitled to fringe benefits they cannot receive benefits in exchange for work such as
retirement, vacation, sick leave, snow days, unemployment and/or paid holidays (Students are eligible for Jury Duty pay,
please see page 5). To assist employers in managing student time records, we would like to suggest the
following:
Managing Student Time Records:
-Keep time sheets or time cards (if using an automated system) in one location where only the supervisor has
access to them. Student employees should be given access only when they sign in and out. Time worked may
be entered into the leave portal in lieu of the above.
-Have the student sign/punch in and out on his/her time record on a daily basis (i.e. do not have him/her fill out
the entire time record at the end of the pay period). This should eliminate any errors.
-If the student makes an error while filling out the time record and supervisors need to change the information on
the time sheet, cross it out and legibly write next to the old information. Do not use white out to correct errors on
the time sheet; the supervisor should initial the changes.
-Make sure the student has a supervisor that is aware of and can verify the student's time in and time out. An
appropriate person should be designated to sign off on the time record in the supervisor's absence (i.e. vacation
or sick). Employers should notify student employee who the backup person will be for the department.
-Both the supervisor and the student must sign the paper time record. Supervisors cannot sign the student's time
record for them. Students must sign to certify that "the hours and minutes shown herein are a complete and
accurate record of time worked each day and for the reporting period." Supervisors or their designee will
approve time entered through the leave portal if the leave portal is used in lieu of paper time keeping.
-Under no circumstances should the time record be returned to the student after the supervisor has signed it.
-State Procedure P-3-35 states “Time worked must be recorded in 15 minute units (round to the nearest quarter hour).
Example: if a student punches in at 7:11 employers should round the time to 7:15 and they left at 4:25 – round the
time to 4:30. Using these rounded figures, the student worked 9.25 hours for the day.
*15 minutes = .25 of an hour *30 minute = .50 of an hour *45 minutes = .75 of an hour
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If your department discovers the reporting of fraudulent information, you must first conduct an internal audit. The student
name should only be forwarded to the Student Employment Office, if it involves a work-study student employee.
Student Employee Termination
Students are ‘at will’ employees; this means the hiring department can terminate a student at any time. Student employees
may also be terminated for performance related or disciplinary reasons, such as:
-Lack of performance or attendance
-Falsifications of timesheet
-Releasing of restricted information
-Theft
-Unauthorized or fraudulent use of equipment and/or property
-Violation of University policies and procedures
It is recommended, if possible, that a reasonable (approximately two weeks) notice be given.
Before terminating a student, we recommend:
Counseling:
The student should be informed of the unsatisfactory performance or behavior and given an opportunity
to correct it. You should be specific about what you expect from the student. If the students think they
need more training, arrange a training schedule.
Documentation:
Keep a record of all attempts to talk to or contact the student, and specifically what you have asked the
student to do, in-order to correct the unsatisfactory performance/behavior. After two weeks, evaluate the
student again, and document the results.
In addition to terminating a student for unsatisfactory performance, a student employee may be terminated for reasons of
budget constraints, completion of project, lack of work, and other such valid reasons unrelated to job performance. The
employer should give the student a two-week written notice that states the reason for termination.
If the student's performance continues to be unsatisfactory after counseling and a reasonable opportunity to improve, the
student may be terminated. When possible, departments should provide a two-week written notice prior to terminating a
student with cause, except in cases of flagrant, willful violation of University or Agency rules, or in cases where the
student has been told in counseling attempts that the next occurrence of a behavior will result in termination. Contact
Human Resources, 303-315-2700 with questions and guidance regarding student employee termination for cause.
At the time of termination, employers must immediately inform Employee Services of the student termination and
request, within 6 hours, a hand drawn check must be processed for the hours worked by the terminated student.
You can find the Hand-drawn Warrant Request form here. Please make sure that the student has completely filled
out his/her time sheet, including signature, for the hours worked during the pay period at the time of termination.
Check-Out Notification:
Each student who is terminated, for resignation or other reason, must have a Check-Out Notification filled out if the student
is no longer attending or employed by the university. Please check with the student before submitting the form to ensure that
they are not employed in another department or still enrolled in courses.
Student Retirement Policy
Federal law requires Undergraduate student employees to be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours, and Graduate
student employees a minimum of 3 credit hours, for the term in which they are employed, to be exempt from the Colorado
Student Retirement Plan. To comply with the Revenue Reconciliation Act of 1990, the following students are
REQUIRED to enroll in the Student Retirement Plan:
Undergraduate Student Employees:
-Academic Year: Students enrolled in less than 6 credits for the academic year (Fall & Spring), will be subject to
student retirement.
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-Summer: Students enrolled in less than 6 credits for the summer (total credit hours of all summer terms), will be
subject to student retirement.
-Student employees whose normal work schedules are 40 or more hours per week (across all jobs with the
University) will be subject to student retirement, regardless of the number of credits in-which they are enrolled.
Graduate and Professional Student Employees:
-Academic Year: Students enrolled in less than 3 credit hours for the academic year (Fall & Spring), will be
subject to student retirement.
-Summer: Students enrolled in less than 3 credits for the summer (total credit hours of all summer terms), will be
subject to student retirement.
-Student employees whose normal work schedules are 40 or more hours per week (across all jobs with the
University) will be subject to student retirement, regardless of the number of credits in-which they are enrolled.
Exemption - If the Graduate student employee is in the last academic term of a course of study and is
enrolled in the number of credit hours needed to complete the degree requirements, the student will
qualify for exemption from the Student Retirement Plan for that academic term, even if the student
employee is enrolled in less than the number of hours stated above.
Exemption - Dissertation or thesis - a graduate student who have completed all the academic classes
required for the advanced degree, and whose remaining enrollment consists of the dissertation or
thesis, will be considered as a graduate student with half-time status for purposes of the Student
Retirement Plan.
PLEASE NOTE: All student employees who are enrolled in high school, trade school, or any schools, other
than the University of Colorado, are subject to the Student Retirement Plan.
As of January 1, 2011, students will no longer be frozen in time for retirement purposes. Students will be switched to
retirement or no retirement based on their enrollment units during each bi-weekly payroll process. The payroll process
will check the student’s enrollment status and will update the student’s “Empl Class”, in HCM accordingly. To ensure
that students are initially set up correctly in HCM for student retirement purposes, we recommend that departments
determine students’ enrollment status at the beginning of each semester.
To find additional information regarding the University of Colorado student retirement policy, please click
here.
To find additional information regarding Social Security publications, including information about exceptions to each
provision above, please visit the SSA website.
FERPA-Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
FERPA is a federal law designed to protect the privacy of educational records, to establish the right of students to inspect
and review their education records, and to provide guidelines for the protection of inaccurate and misleading data through
informal and formal hearings. Student employees are protected by FERPA guidelines. Keep issues regarding a student
employee private, just as you would for permanent employees.
To find additional information regarding FERPA guidelines, please visit the Office of the Registrars website.
HIPAA-Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
The HIPAA Privacy Rule regulates the use and disclosure of individually identifiable health information and gives
individuals the right to determine and restrict access to their health information. The HIPAA Security Rule requires that
reasonable and appropriate technical, physical, and administrative safeguards be taken with electronic individually
identifiable health information. Specifically, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all electronic
protected health information created, received, maintained or transmitted.
To find additional information regarding HIPAA guidelines, please click here.
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Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity and Inclusion
The University of Colorado Denver │Anschutz Medical Campus does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, age, disability, creed, religion, or veteran status in admission and access to, and treatment and
employment in, its educational programs and activities. The University takes affirmative action to increase ethnic,
cultural, and gender diversity; to employ qualified disabled individuals; and to provide equal opportunity to all students
and employees.
The University of Colorado Denver │Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to enhancing the inclusion of its work force
and its student body. Inclusion among faculty, staff, and administrators provides role models and mentors for students,
who will become leaders in academia and in the larger society, and ensures that a broad array of experiences and
world views inform and shape teaching, research, service, and decision making at the University of Colorado Denver │
Anschutz Medical Campus. For more information please see the University’s Administrative Policy Statement here and
the CU Denver|CU Anschutz Office of Equity here.
Conflicts of Interest and Nepotism
Since 1972 it has been the Policy of the Board of Regents that: University administrators, faculty and staff shall not
participate in institutional decisions involving direct benefits such as appointments, retentions, promotions, salaries, leaves
of absence, or awards to members of their immediate families. The principle of anti-nepotism shall not be used as a
criterion against appointment or employment at the University of Colorado. Immediate family includes spouses, children,
parents, grandparents, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, first cousins, fathers-in-law,
mothers-in-law, sons-in-law, and daughters-in-law.
The University-wide Administrative Policy Statement: "Nepotism in Employment" interprets this Regent Policy as
follows:
The thrust of the Regent policy is that while there is no prohibition against relatives working in the same
department or unit, an employee may not appoint, nor participate in the decision-making process to appoint, a
relative to a position within the University. The decision on the appointment must be made by someone other than
the relative. Once such an appointment has been made, subsequent decisions on the salary, promotion, and all
perquisites and benefits of the employee must be made by someone other than the relative, even though the
relative may be the supervisor to whom the employee reports.
Sexual Misconduct Policy
The University of Colorado Denver │Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to fostering a positive learning,
working, and living environment. The University will not tolerate acts of sexual misconduct or related retaliation
against or by any employee or student in its educational programs and activities.
See the Administrative Policy Statement on Sexual Misconduct here.
Obligation to Report:
In order to take appropriate corrective action, the University must be aware of sexual misconduct or related
retaliation. Therefore, anyone who believes that s/he has experienced or witnessed sexual misconduct or related
retaliation should promptly report such behavior to the Office of Equity (contact information below) or any
supervisor. Any supervisor who experiences, witnesses or receives a written or oral report or complaint of
sexual misconduct or related retaliation shall promptly report it to the Office of Equity (contact information
below).
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Retaliatory Acts:
It is a violation of University policy to engage in retaliatory acts against any employee or student who reports
an incident of alleged sexual misconduct, or any employee or student who testifies, assists or participates in a
proceeding, investigation or hearing relating to such allegation of sexual misconduct. Students and employees
who believe they have been retaliated against because of testifying, assisting or participating in a proceeding,
investigation, or hearing relating to an allegation of sexual misconduct, should meet with and seek the advice
of Office of Equity (contact information below), whose responsibilities include handling retaliation.
For more information please see the “Sexual Misconduct” policy in its entirety here.
If you need to report sexual harassment, or if you have any questions regarding sexual harassment or the Sexual
Misconduct policy, please contact the Office of Equity or call 303-315-2567.
Drugs and Alcohol Information
The University of Colorado Denver │Anschutz Medical Campus complies with the federal Drug Free Schools and
Communities Act. The University of Colorado Denver │Anschutz Medical Campus does not allow the unlawful
manufacture, dispensation, possession, use, or distribution of a controlled substance (illicit drugs and alcohol) of any kind
and of any amount. These prohibitions cover any individual's actions which are part of University activities, including
those occurring while on University property or in the conduct of University business away from the campus.
It is a violation of University policy for any member of the faculty, staff, or student body to jeopardize the operation or
interests of the University of Colorado through the use of alcohol or drugs. Sanctions that will be imposed by the
University of Colorado for employees who are found to be in violation of this policy may include expulsion and/or
termination of employment. Compliance with this policy is a condition of employment for all employees.
Drug and Alcohol Counseling, Treatment and/or Rehabilitation:
Downtown Campus employees and students may contact the Student and Community Counseling Center at
303-556-4372, Tivoli, Room 454, for confidential information and/or referrals.
Anschutz Medical Campus employees and students may contact the counseling network at 303-315-8159 or 720-
848-9094, or their respective school student affairs offices for referral information.
Other information may also be obtained by calling the National Institute on Drug Abuse Hotline at 1-800-662- HELP
or the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information at: 1-800-729-6686.
To view the University’s Annual Notification of Drug-Free Schools and Colleges [Edgar Part 86] in its entirety, here.
Work Related Injury / Workers’ Compensation
All work related injuries must be reported to University Risk Management (URM) within 4 days of the accident, pursuant
to section 8-43-102 (1) and (1.5), CRS. Students working off-campus MUST report any incidents to the Student
Employment Office at studentemployment@ucdenver.edu or 303.315.1842 within 1 day of the accident, at which time it
will be forwarded to the appropriate authorities.
Student Employees Covered by Workers’ Comp:
This policy statement describes the Workers' Compensation coverage available to student employees of the
University of Colorado. A student who is solely attending classes, and not working for the University, is not
considered an employee and is ineligible for workers’ compensation benefits.
(1) To be covered by Workers' Compensation (WC) the student must be considered an employee or
"be involved in a bona fide* cooperative education or student internship program sponsored by
an educational institution for the purpose of providing on-the-job training for students." 8-40-
302(7) (a) C.R.S.
(a) A student is considered an employee of the University of Colorado (CU) and under the CU
WC policy when they are on the payroll (student workers, residents, interns, and some
fellows), or receive "payment in kind", such as benefits (i.e., health, dental, life, or
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disability insurance), paid directly by CU.
(b) If the student in the on-the-job training is paid by the outside employer, the student is
considered to be an employee of the outside employer and subject to that employer's WC
policy. In some cases, the employer may assume WC coverage for an unpaid student
through a written agreement. 8-40-302 (7) C.R.S.
(c) Those students who are not paid by the outside employer, who are not by contract covered by
the outside employer's insurance, who are not paid by CU, AND who are placed with the
outside employer for the purpose of training or learning trades or occupations, ARE covered
under the workers' compensation insurance of the sponsoring school (8-40-302 (7) C.R.S.
and 8-40-202 (1) (a) IVC.R.S.), as administered through the University of Colorado Risk &
Insurance Management Fund.
After Injury Process:
-Employee is injured.
-Employee reports injury immediately to supervisor.
-If an emergency, employee is taken by ambulance to the hospital.
-Follow up care must be through the Designated Medical Provider “DMP”.
-If not an emergency, employee is taken or takes themselves to the DMP of their choice.
-DMP treats employee.
-DMP determines if employee can return to work without restrictions, return to work with restrictions, or must
remain off of work.
-DMP gives paperwork to employee to give to supervisor.
-Supervisor reviews paperwork and determines if modified duty is available.
-Supervisor or employee completes University workers’ compensation claim paperwork online.
-Claim is assigned to a claims adjuster from University Risk Management (URM).
-URM sends claim information packet to the employee.
-Any specific questions about the claim should be directed to the claims adjuster.
Employee’s Responsibilities:
-Report injury immediately to your supervisor.
-Complete paperwork (online injury report).
-Select the DMP you choose for treatment and make appointment or walk in if available.
-Follow instructions from DMP – medications, restrictions, treatment, etc.
-Attend all medical appointments.
-Ask questions.
Supervisor’s Responsibilities:
-Remind employees and direct reports to report injuries immediately via the URM website.
-Monitor to be certain the injury is reported.
-Keep track of time off work. Call URM or your payroll liaison with questions.
-Communicate with the employee, managers, your department HR, URM, etc. as needed.
-Comply with restrictions as written from the DMP.
-Identify if there are duties the employee can perform within restrictions.
-Report any safety violations or other concerns to URM.
University Risk Management (URM) Responsibilities:
-Provide basic information and education.
-Handle the claim and explains things to the employee.
Please visit the University Risk Management (URM) website to find additional information and forms regarding workers’
compensation.
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Student Employee Information & Policy:
Responsibilities of Student Workers
Student Hourly Employees’ Responsibilities and Rights
First and foremost, it is the sole responsibility of every student hourly employee to read and understand both the Student
Employment Policy and Student Employee Information and Policy sections of this handbook. If a student employee does
not understand or has questions regarding any portion of these sections, please ask your supervisor or contact the Student
Employment Office at: studentemployment@ucdenver.edu or 303.315.1842.
It is the sole responsibility of ALL STUDENT EMPLOYEES to immediately inform their supervisor of any changes
which may affect their student employment eligibility. Students must provide a copy of their class schedule to their
supervisor before the start of each semester, demonstrating enrollment eligibility.
PLEASE NOTE: Neglecting these responsibilities by any student hourly employee may be considered grounds for
termination.
It is also the sole responsibility of every student employee to:
• Notify their Supervisor, their department HR, and Employee Services, of any personal information
changes (i.e. name changes, address changes etc.)
• Notify Employee Services of any changes to direct deposit information and update direct deposit
information in the portal in a timely manner
• Notify their supervisor and University Risk Management of any work related injury within 4 days of an
accident
• Notify and report to their supervisor and the Office of Equity any incidences of sexual misconduct
Students are ‘at will’ employees; this means the hiring department can terminate a student at any time. Student employees
may also be terminated for performance related or disciplinary reasons, such as:
• Lack of performance or attendance
• Falsifications of timesheet
• Releasing of restricted information
• Theft
• Unauthorized or fraudulent use of equipment and/or property
• Violation of University policies and procedures
Holidays are not paid for student employees. Furthermore student employees are paid ONLY for time worked. Breaks
should not be used to report late or leave early. It is recommended that students take a meal break of at least 30 minutes if
they work more than 5 hours, or a 1 hour meal break if they work for more than 7.5 hours. Meal breaks are unpaid for
student employees. Student Employees should not work more than 8 hours within a work day.
International students should contact Employee Services International Tax Specialists for information regarding tax status,
while working under a Student Employee classification. For immigration information, to schedule tax appointments, and
other resources, please click here.
Student Employees cannot be utilizes as personal assistants, and should complete duties as described within their job
description. If a student employee feels as though they were terminated unjustly, treated unprofessionally, or
discriminated against by an employer, they may contact the Student Employment Office, to discuss the issue and their
rights as student employees, at: studentemployment@ucdenver.edu or 303.315.1842 and contact the Office of Equity.
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Gaining Student Employment
It is always the recommendation of the Student Employment Office to find work-study and student hourly positions
within the department of a student’s major field of study and/or future career interest. This path is highly recommended
for the following reasons: When moving from your collegiate career into the workforce, employers are not only looking
for the degree you’ve obtained with the University of Colorado, but the experience you have gained in your chosen field.
In fact, in most career fields, more employers now put greater emphasis on the experience an applicant has, than on the
degree they’ve obtained. Please keep this in mind while pursuing a student employment position.
Students may work at any type of student position, in any department or office (on or off-campus), in-which they are
interested, as long as they meet the Student Employment Eligibility section of this handbook. Student may find a wide
range of open student positions on Handshake. To access these vacant positions, please visit the CU Denver|CU Anschutz
Access Portal (first login, choose the “Students” tab, then scroll down to the “Student Employment” section, and locate the
job search page).
If you are having trouble finding an open position, on or off-campus, please feel free to make an appointment with the
Student Employment Office at: studentemployment@ucdenver.edu or 303.315.1842.
Required Training
All employers must ensure that all student employees complete the University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical
Campus Skillsoft trainings listed below. All trainings are accessible through the CU Denver|CU Anschutz employee
portal:
• CU: Discrimination and Sexual Misconduct (Mandatory)
• CU: Information Security and Privacy Awareness (Highly Recommended)
Please note, FERPA, and HIPAA training, in addition to other trainings may be required. If employers have questions
regarding the specific trainings student employees should complete, please contact your department HR or contact the
Student Employment Office at: studentemployment@ucdenver.edu or 303-315-1842.
Student Employment Hiring Paperwork
Once students have gained employment, they must complete and submit the University’s hiring documents and
background check (all of which are listed below), before employment may begin. Hiring paperwork will be submitted to
your supervisor and/or hiring authority upon its completion.
I-9 supporting documents will be submitted in-person to the appropriate individual within the hiring department. The
individual will complete Section 2 of Federal I-9 form and submit the I-9 verification request to HireRight, and the
student will then receive an e-mail from HireRight with instructions on how to complete their Federal I-9 form Section 1
online.
PLEASE NOTE: Student employment paperwork cannot be accepted via fax or email.
Student hourly employees, who are enrolled in high school, trade school, or any other school (including CCD & MSUD),
working in a University of Colorado Denver│Anschutz Medical Campus department, will be provided the appropriate
hiring paperwork and payroll forms by their supervisor and/or hiring authority.
PLEASE NOTE: All student employees who are enrolled in high school, trade school, or any schools, other than
the University of Colorado, are subject to the Student Retirement Plan.
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On-Campus Student Employment Hiring Paperwork:
All of the documentation/paperwork below is completed in the CU portal unless otherwise indicated.
1. Emergency Contact Information
2. Direct Deposit form
3. Federal I-9 form
4. IRS W-4 form
5. University Background Check on-line form
**You may find all on-campus student employment hiring documentation requirements and guidance here.
Background Check:
All student employees must complete a background check/checks pursuant to the University of Colorado Denver
│ Anschutz Medical Campus Background Investigations policy. Students may not begin working until the
student has successfully passed a background check.
Student Time Collection
All student employees are solely responsible for completing and submitting their timesheets to their supervisor by the
Timesheet Due Date, indicated on the Student Employment Bi-Weekly Payroll Calendar and the CU Denver|CU Denver
payroll calendar. All timesheets must be signed by the student employee and approved by the supervisor before the
hours can be submitted. Late timesheets may delay processing of pay. Late timesheets will be processed by the PPL
when they are received and pay should be processed during the next eligible pay cycle, including off-cycle if available.
Time worked may be entered by the student through the portal in MyLeave.
Student employees are to be paid only for hours worked, and may not include anticipated hours on a timesheet. In
addition, student employees may not hold hours, in anticipation of a work-study award through the Financial Aid Office.
If a student employee is found to be intentionally forging hours (hour not actually worked), this will be considered
grounds for immediate termination.
State Procedure P-3-35 states “Time worked must be recorded in 15 minute units (round to the nearest quarter
hour). Example: if a student punches in at 7:11 you should round the time to 7:15 and they left at 4:25 –round the
time to 4:30. Using these rounded figures, the student worked 9.25 hours for the day.
*15 minutes = .25 of an hour *30 minute = .50 of an hour *45 minutes = .75 of an hour
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On-Campus University Employer Responsibilities:
University of Colorado Employers Only
General Employer Responsibilities
All on-campus University employers must read, be familiar with, and abide by, the Student Employment Policies and the
On-Campus University Employer Responsibilities sections of this handbook. All employers must ensure every student
hired has read and understands the Student Employment Policies and Student Employee Information & Policy sections
of this handbook.
It is the responsibility of the employer to work with each student hourly employee and come up with a reasonable
schedule that meets the employer’s needs along with the student’s academic needs. There will be times during the
semester (i.e. midterms and finals) where student’s schedules may need to be adjusted. Planning ahead of time will help
reduce the inconvenience to employers.
All employers and/or departments must maintain, and are responsible for keeping student employee personnel files on-
site, and up-to-date. These personnel files should include the following documentation for each student employee hired:
1. Copy of signed timesheets, if paper
2. Copy of student class schedules (A requirement for students on federal work study only. Not required for non-work
study student hourly.)
3. Any student performance evaluations (best practice – recommended, not required)
4. Copy of signed letter of offer (LOO)
5. Copy of student job description
6. Any student performance warnings
Each University of Colorado Denver│Anschutz Medical Campus department, PPLs, and supervisors are responsible for
maintaining these personnel files, setting up each student employee in HCM properly, terminating student employees in HCM,
and submitting a Check-Out Notification with HR once a students’ position has concluded. Please contact the Student
Employment Office at: studentemployment@ucdenver.edu or 303.315.1842, if there are any questions regarding hiring or
terminating student employees in HCM.
Required Training
All employers must ensure that all student employees complete the University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical
Campus Skillsoft trainings listed below. All trainings are accessible through the CU Denver|CU Anschutz employee
portal:
• CU: Discrimination and Sexual Misconduct (Mandatory)
• CU: Information Security and Privacy Awareness (Highly Recommended)
Please note, FERPA, and HIPAA training, in addition to other trainings may be required. If employers have questions
regarding the specific trainings student employees should complete, please contact your department HR or contact the
Student Employment Office at: studentemployment@ucdenver.edu or 303-315-1842.
Hiring Student Hourly Employees
Finding Student Employees:
To obtain a healthy pool of students from which to select, it is the recommendation of the Student Employment
Office that employers develop and post a Job Announcement to the University of Colorado Denver │Anschutz
Medical Campus Student Job Board. Employer must first create a login and profile to complete Job
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Announcements. To do this, please visit the Handshake and register your department/organization.
After registering and completing a Job Announcement, employers can manage, delete or edit postings at any time
by logging back in to the Job Board system. Employers can find the Job Board for re-login and management on
the Student Employment website.
Hiring Student Employees:
After the interviewing process has concluded and a student employee has been selected, employers must provide
the proper hiring paperwork (below), to complete the hiring process. At this time, employers should also collect
the student’s class schedule to be in compliance with the Work Hour Regulation section of this Handbook.
On-Campus Student Hourly Employment Paperwork:
All of the hiring paperwork below is completed in the CU portal unless otherwise indicated.
1. IRS W-4 form
2. Emergency Contact Worksheet
3. Federal I-9 form
4. Direct Deposit form
5. University Background Check on-line form
**You may find all on-campus student employment hiring documentation requirements and guidance here.
To properly setup new student employees in HCM, and avoid delays in HR and Employee Services processing,
department should review all paperwork and documentation carefully. Employers must complete and verify all
supporting documentation for the I-9 form. The department should inform student employees to complete their W-
4 and direct deposit information in the portal.
Background Check:
All student employees must complete a background check/checks pursuant to the University of Colorado Denver
│ Anschutz Medical Campus Background Investigations Policy. Students may not begin working until
the student has successfully passed a background check.
Setting up Student Employees in Human Capital Management (HCM)
Before entering a students’ personal and employment information into HCM, the employer will need the following
information:
1. Position Number 5. Students Personal Information Worksheet
2. Speed type(s) 6. Student Emergency Contact Worksheet
3. Student Pay Rate 7. Proof of Work-Study (if applicable)
4. Students Job Code/Class (See above).
• An “APPOINTMENT END DATE”, reflecting the last day to work in an academic year
(Fall/Spring), and/or Summer semester (dates found on the Bi-Weekly Payroll Calendar).
-HCM location: Workforce Administration>Job Information>Job Data>Employment
Information tab>Appointment End Date. Usage of the Appointment End Date will vary
depending on the department.
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• A “FUNDING END DATE”, reflecting the same dates as the “Appointment End Date”.
-HCM location: Workforce Administration>Job Information>Job Data>Work Location
tab>Funding Distribution link. Usage of the Funding End Date will vary depending on the
department.
HCM Student Employee Setup Guide:
The below links are step by step guides provided by Employee Services for student employee setups in HCM,
including student hourly positions. These are only the basic links needed to guide employers through student
employee setups. To find all other step by step guides that may be needed, please go to: Employee Services –
HCM Training Environment.
Step by Step Guide to create a new position number:
- Creating a Student (or Temporary) Position
Step by Step Guide to enter new student employee into HCM:
- Hiring a Student Employee
Time Entry Regulation
Supervisors of students are responsible for facilitating time collection within their departments through the
departmental Personnel Payroll Liaison (PPL).
Students must complete bi-weekly time records listing time in & time out for each day worked. The hours
reported on these time records must then be entered onto HCM Time Collection Pages. The signed hard
copy of the time record must be kept on file with the employing department for a minimum of 3 years (5
years recommended). Departments with contracts and grants are required to retain records for 3 years (5
years recommended) from submission of final expenditure reports on all contracts and grants. For work-
study students, federal and state programs require departments to obtain the time record for 3 years (5
years recommended) from the end of the award year.
PLEASE NOTE: Students are to be paid only for hours worked. You cannot pay a student for anticipated hours.
Supervisors must review the time record for accuracy to verify that the student is reporting the correct time.
Supervisors and students must adhere to the time collection deadlines and facilitate time collection with the department
Personnel Payroll Liaison (PPL). Time Collection deadlines are available on the University of Colorado Human Resources
website.
Employers and students may also refer to the Student Employment Bi-Weekly Payroll Calendar for pay period
beginning/end dates, and student pay dates.
Since students are not eligible/entitled to fringe benefits they cannot receive benefits in exchange for work such as
r e t i r e m e n t , vacation, sick leave, snow days, unemployment and/or paid holidays (Students are however eligible for
Jury Duty pay, please see page 7). To assist you in managing student time records, we would like to suggest the
following:
Managing Student Time Records:
-Keep time sheets or time cards (if using an automated system) in one location where only the supervisor has
access to them. Student employees should be given access only when they sign in and out. Time worked my
be entered into the leave portal in lieu of the above.
-Have the student sign/punch in and out on his/her time record on a daily basis (i.e. do not have him/her fill out
the entire time record at the end of the pay period). This should eliminate any errors.
-If the student makes an error while filling out the time record and supervisors need to change the information on
the time sheet, cross it out and legibly write next to the old information. Do not use white out to correct errors on
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the time sheet. The supervisor should initial the changes.
-Make sure the student has a supervisor that is aware of and can verify the student's time in and time out. An
appropriate person should be designated to sign off on the time record in the supervisor's absence (i.e. vacation
or sick). Employers should notify student employee who the backup person will be for the department.
-Both the supervisor and the student must sign the paper time record. Supervisors cannot sign the student's time
record for them. Students must sign to certify that "the hours and minutes shown herein are a complete and
accurate record of time worked each day and for the reporting period." Supervisors or their designee will
approve time entered through the leave portal if the leave portal is used in lieu of paper time keeping.
-Under no circumstances should the time record be returned to the student after the supervisor has signed it.
-State Procedure P-3-35 states “Time worked must be recorded in 15 minute units (round to the nearest quarter hour).
Example: if a student punches in at 7:11 employers should round the time to 7:15 and they left at 4:25 – round the
time to 4:30. Using these rounded figures, the student worked 9.25 hours for the day.
*15 minutes = .25 of an hour *30 minute = .50 of an hour *45 minutes = .75 of an hour
If your department discovers the reporting of fraudulent information, you must first conduct an internal audit. The student
name should only be forwarded to the Student Employment Office, if it involves a work-study student employee. If
fraudulent information on a student’s timesheet is confirmed, this will be considered grounds for immediate termination.
Student Employee Termination
Students are ‘at will’ employees; this means the hiring department can terminate a student at any time. Student employees
may also be terminated for performance related or disciplinary reasons, such as:
-Lack of performance or attendance
-Falsifications of timesheet
-Releasing of restricted information
-Theft
-Unauthorized or fraudulent use of equipment and/or property
-Violation of University policies and procedures
It is recommended, if possible, that a reasonable (approximately two weeks) notice be given.
Before terminating a student, we recommend:
Counseling:
The student should be informed of the unsatisfactory performance or behavior and given an opportunity to
correct it. You should be specific about what you expect from the student. If the students think they need
more training, arrange a training schedule.
Documentation:
Document all attempts to talk to or contact the student, and specifically what you have asked the student to
do, in-order to correct the unsatisfactory performance/behavior. After two weeks, evaluate the student
again, and document the results.
In addition to terminating a student for unsatisfactory performances, a student employee may be terminated for reasons of
budget constraints, completion of project, lack of work, and other such valid reasons unrelated to job performance. The
employer should give the student a two-week written notice that states the valid reason for termination.
If the student's performance continues to be unsatisfactory after counseling and a reasonable opportunity to improve, the
student may be terminated. When possible, departments should provide a two-week written notice prior to terminating a
student with cause, except in cases of flagrant, willful violation of University or Agency rules, or in cases where the
student has been told in counseling attempts that the next occurrence of a behavior will result in termination.
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At the time of termination, employers must immediately inform Employee Services of the student termination and
request, within 6 hours, a hand drawn check must be processed for the hours worked by the terminated student.
You can find the Hand-drawn Warrant Request form here. Please make sure that the student has completely filled
out his/her time sheet, including signature, for the hours worked during the pay period at the time of termination.
Check-Out Notification:
Each student who is terminated, for resignation or other reason, must have a Check-Out Notification filled out if the student
is no longer attending or employed by the university. Please check with the student before submitting the form to ensure that
they are not employed in another department or still enrolled in courses.
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Appendix
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Student Employee
Letter of Offer Template
Please Copy This Information to Your Department Letterhead
Supervisor Name
Department Name
Street Address
City, State, Zip
Date (Day Month Year)
Dear :
I am pleased to inform you that you have been recommended for the (Job Title) position in the
department of at the University of Colorado Denver│Anschutz Medical Campus. The starting
wage for this position will be $ per hour. The wage is based on the responsibilities assigned to you, and in
accordance with the student employment job class descriptions.
This letter is your official offer of employment from the University of Colorado Denver│Anschutz Medical Campus and
the department of . Please read this information carefully and confirm your acceptance
of this position by signing your name below. As a condition of employment, you are subject to the rules and policies of
the Regents of the University of Colorado, the Student Employment Office, and the above-named department.
This employment offer is contingent upon the successful completion of the University’s background check, along
with completing the I-9 form through HireRight, and providing valid, unexpired documentation.
You will be paid via direct deposit on a bi-weekly basis, based on the hours you have worked in the prior two week
period. As a student employee, you are eligible for jury duty pay but you are not eligible for, or entitled to; retirement,
fringe benefits such as vacation, sick leave, unemployment and/or paid holidays. The work schedule will be determined
at the beginning and end of each academic semester, or on an as needed basis. As a student employee, you are an “at
will” employee, meaning either you or your employer can terminate your employment at any time.
Please mail this letter to the above address or return it to (supervisor name), upon
your first day of employment.
On behalf of the University of Colorado Denver│Anschutz Medical Campus and the department of ,
welcome to our staff.
Sincerely,
Student Supervisor Name
Supervisor Title
I, (Students Name) accept the terms of employment described in this letter of offer.
Student’s Signature: Date:
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STUDENT ASSISTANT POSITION
Department: Student Employment
Supervisor: Name, Finance & Accounting Professional
Job Title: Student Assistant
Job Location: This position exists at two campuses: CU Denver in downtown Denver and the Anschutz
Medical Campus in Aurora (Physical Address located at the bottom of form). There is no travel
required for this position; candidates will select a single campus location when applying.
Position Purpose: The Student Assistant assists financial aid office professionals with clerical and
communications duties related to student employment and financial aid services. Training is
provided both in person and via web training application.
Job Description: This position is responsible for a variety of operational tasks including data entry,
communications, recording/updating information, assisting professional staff with special
projects, general office and clerical duties, and other duties as assigned.
Eligibility
Requirements:
• Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Must be dependable, detail-oriented, flexible, organized, willing to learn, possess the
ability to multi-task, and have a professional demeanor.
• Must have solid written and oral communication skills, including the ability to
communicate clearly and professionally via telephone and email.
Length of
Employment: Semester or yearly basis
Remarks: The Student Assistant commits to showing up for work diligently and punctually, honesty,
performing assigned tasks, following directions, taking initiative, reliability, confidentiality,
checking work for thoroughness and accuracy with attention to detail, and interest in learning
new skills, especially mandatory computer skills. Ideal candidates will be willing to work up to
a maximum of 25 hours weekly.
Pay Range: $12.25 - $14.25 per hour
Application
Process: Send a cover letter and resume to studentemployment@ucdenver.edu or through CU Denver
Handshake at https://ucdenver.joinhandshake.com/login.
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STUDENT EMPLOYEE
JOB DESCRIPTION TEMPLATE
Department:
Supervisor:
Job Title:
Job Location:
Position Purpose:
Job Description:
Eligibility
Requirements:
Length of
Employment:
Remarks:
Pay Range:
Application
Process:
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Student Employee Evaluation Form Template
Student Employee: Empl: ID:
Employee Job Class: Evaluation: Period:
Recommending Pay Increase: Y / N Current Pay: $ Increase in Pay: $
Evaluate each student employee based on each of the following criteria. Total up each category to determine the
student employee’s Overall Rating.
Character
Exceptional
Satisfactory
Need
Improvement
Unsatisfactory
Does Not
Apply
Maintains positive, pleasant, interested
and enthusiastic attitude
hows initiative and does work on
his/her own
Is respectful of others
Demonstrates professionalism
Is a team player
Interpersonal Skills
Exceptional
Satisfactory
Need
Improvement
Unsatisfactory
Does Not
Apply
Written communication skills
Oral communication skills
Works well with others
Uses language and humor appropriately
Accountability &
Responsibility
Exceptional
Satisfactory
Need
Improvement
Unsatisfactory
Does Not
Apply
Maintains a clean space
Calls in when late and/or sick
Attends all mandatory trainings and
meetings
Submits requests for time off, vacation,
schedule changes in a timely and
respectful manner
Clocks in/out daily and has minimal
missed punches
Adheres to Office and University
Security Policies
Uses office equipment and supplies
responsibly
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Accountability &
Responsibility Cont.
Exceptional
Satisfactory
Need
Improvement
Unsatisfactory
Does Not
Apply
unctual attendance
Adheres to office policies
Adheres to the dress code
Adheres to the lunch policy
Job Performance
Exceptional
Satisfactory
Need
Improvement
Unsatisfactory
Does Not
Apply
Demonstrates Professionalism
Produces desired amount of work in a
timely manner
Accurate, thorough, makes minimal
errors and is quick to find and correct
them.
Attention to detail
Organized
Demonstrates increasing job knowledge
Demonstrates exceptional customer
service
Excels as a peer supervisor
Overall Rating
Promotions and pay increases are never guaranteed. If recommending or approving a pay increase please see the
Student Employment Job Class Description along with the Student Employee Pay Matrix to determine appropriate
Student Assistant (SA) level.
Supervisor’s Comments:
I have reviewed the above evaluation, including the supervisor’s comments, and have discussed this evaluation
with my supervisor. Even though I may have been recommended for a pay increase, I realize that a pay increase
is never guaranteed. I hereby agree to the above evaluation.
Student’s Signature: Date:
Supervisor’s Signature:
Date:
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Student Employee Disciplinary Action Form Template
This form is intended to document disciplinary actions taken against the below-named student employee. The supervisor
will maintain a signed copy of this form to be placed in the student employee’s personnel file, along with giving a signed
copy to the student employee.
Employee Name: Employee Job Title:
Supervisor’s Name: Department:
POLICY VIOLATION(S):
The following violation(s) has/have been found in reference to the above-named student employee:
DESCRIPTION OF SPECIFIC INCIDENT:
ADDITONAL ISSUES (If applicable):
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CONSEQUENCES:
Describe disciplinary measures to be taken now, and for future occurrences, if said violation(s) reoccurs.
SUPERVISOR CERTIFICATION SIGNATURE:
(Please initial one of the following)
I hereby acknowledge that I have spoken with the above-named student employee regarding the
violation(s) outlined above, and further, that I have advised the employee of said violation(s) and further
acknowledge that the employee has been warned through the use of this form.
Action—1) obtain employee’s signature on this form; 2) retain a copy of this form for the employee’s
personnel file; 3) give a copy of the form to the employee.
I hereby acknowledge that I have spoken with the above-named student employee regarding the
violation(s) outlined above, and the employee has been notified he/she is being terminated immediately.
Actions—1) notify employee through the use of this form that his/her employment is being terminated
immediately; 2) obtain employee’s signature on this form; 3) retain a copy of this form for the employee’s
personnel file; 4) give a copy of the form to the employee; 5) obtain any office and department property
form said employee before dismissal.
Supervisor Name: Date:
Signature:
EMPLOYEE CERTIFICATION SIGNATURE:
I hereby acknowledge that I have been advised of above-mentioned violation(s) through the use of this form. I further
acknowledge that I have been informed of any disciplinary actions to be taken. I understand that these violations can
result or have resulted in the termination of my employment.
Employee Name: Date:
Signature:
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Pay Rate Regulation
Supervisors are responsible for setting the hourly pay rate of their student employees in accordance with the
current Student Employment Job Class Descriptions, and the Student Employment Pay Matrix (both below).
Student employees cannot be paid below the minimum wage standard, which is specified in the Student
Employment Pay Matrix, and dictated be State and Federal regulation. Student employees must be paid at or
above the State or Federal minimum wage, whichever is higher at any given time.
More information on the Colorado minimum wage is available on the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
website.
If a student is being paid a fixed fee for a project, the hours to complete the project must be taken into account
when calculating the payment total to ensure the wages are at or above the minimum wage standard.
Students cannot be paid higher than the maximum pay for the Student Assistant VI level. When changing the
student’s pay rate, first determine if the new pay rate still coincides with the pay range associated with the
student’s job code/class. If the new rate still coincides with the range, enter new amount and approve the
change. If the new rate falls outside of the current code/class, employers will need to make sure the student’s
job description has changed and the student’s job code/class is updated within Position Data in HCM.
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Student Employment Pay
Matrix 2020
Student Employment Office
Effective 01/01/2020
Job Class Title
Job Class / Code
Minimum
Pay Range
Maximum
Pay Range
Student Assistant I
4101
$12.00*
$13.32
Student Assistant II
4102
$12.95
$14.59
Student Assistant III
4103
$14.18
$16.02
Student Assistant IV
4104
$15.55
$17.60
Student Assistant V
4105
17.09
19.37
Student Assistant VI
4106
18.82
25.99
Off Campus
4201
$12.00*
$28.37
Student Assistant
High/Trade
School/Other
School
4301
$12.00*
$28.37
*On 1/1/20 Colorado’s minimum wage increased from its previous $11.10 to $12.00 an hour. *
Revised 01/01/2020
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Student Employment Job Class Descriptions 2019-2020
STUDENT ASSISTANT I
Job Code = 4101
Pay Range = $12.00 to $13.32
This class describes unskilled or entry-level training positions. These positions generally perform one identifiable
set of duties so there is little variety. There is no latitude for altering the sequence of processing steps,
determining own methods, or exercising significant judgment. Very specific instructions are clearly stated and
readily available. This class may be used as a training level for a higher class.
Some examples of work or positions may include: filing, reception, sorting and routing mail, unskilled
typing/word processing, unskilled lab helper (e.g. clean-up, preparation of solutions), custodian, food service
worker, and library assistant/aide.
STUDENT ASSISTANT II
Job Code = 4102
Pay Range = $12.95 to $14.59
This class describes routine and repetitive work where there is variation in duties requiring some judgment.
These positions require little, if any, previous or specific knowledge, skill or experience. Employees often
perform tasks which require the use of special equipment or tools (e.g. standard lab equipment, duplication
equipment, grounds equipment, computer access or entry of data, or operation of audio-visual equipment).
Assignments may include latitude for altering the sequence of processing steps by choosing alternatives from a
standard set of procedures. Training positions receive the necessary preparation for entry to a higher class.
Some examples of work or positions may include: switchboard operation, groundskeeper, building security
guard, day care aide, library assistant, clerical/office/staff assistant, manual labor, audio-visual technician,
parking attendant (issuance of citations), data entry operator, grader, testing assistant, art model, childcare
aide, duplicating and printing assistant, music assistant, lab helper with minimal responsibility, and
receptionist (closely supervised).
STUDENT ASSISTANT III
Job Code = 4103
Pay Range = $14.18 to $16.02
This class describes developmental and`/or semi-skilled positions requiring the application of various knowledge
and experience. These employees usually perform more independently and require less supervision of detail.
Duties may involve greater variety. Work generally requires 1-2 semesters or previous experience, course work
or training. This class may be used to provide further training for a higher class.
Some examples of work or positions may include: skilled typing, lead-worker, police dispatcher, cook's
assistant, lab assistant (e.g. assisting with or running routine tests, experiments, or analysis given specific
procedures but requiring some judgment in the execution), public safety guard, vehicle driver, 2nd year
clerical/office/support assistant, computer operator, day care group leader, security worker, technical assistant,
peer advisor, cashier (entry), police dispatcher intern, clerk typist, word processor, secretary, student assistant,
tutor/grader, administrative assistant, nursing assistant, laboratory researcher (some supervision), course
evaluator or skilled data entry worker.
STUDENT ASSISTANT IV
Job Code = 4104
Pay Range = $15.55 to $17.60
This class describes full operating and/or skilled positions. Employees perform independently and require
minimal supervision. Instruction is provided only for new or unusual situations. Employees possess all the
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relevant knowledge, experience or skill to perform duties independently. Generally requires 3-4 semesters or
equivalent experience.
Some examples of work or positions may include: accounting technician, bus driver, microcomputer specialist,
draftsperson, electronic technician, or storekeeper.
STUDENT ASSISTANT V
Job Code = 4105
Pay Range = $17.09 to $19.37
This class describes supervisory and/or advanced level positions. Supervisory employees supervise three or more
subordinate student employees, including the authority to make hiring selections, schedule work and approve
leave, and counsel employees on performance. Duties at the advanced level are typically more complex.
Employees perform without direct supervision except for infrequent occasions involving the most complex
situations. Work is typically reviewed for end result. Generally requires student to be 1-2 semesters short of
degree and/or possess several years of experience.
Some examples of work or positions may include: food service student supervisor, lab assistant supervisor,
clerical supervisor, day care group leader, custodial supervisor, computer programmer (requires original
coding), advanced technical accounting, advanced lab assistant (runs own subjects, may supervise lab
helpers), web page administrator, statistical analyst, program specialist, student services specialist,
photographer, statistical analyst, research technician, program specialist, teaching assistant, accounting
technician, hospital assistant (in clinics, records departments, etc.), or various other positions in which this
employee supervises 3 or more subordinate employees.
STUDENT ASSISTANT VI
Job Code = 4106
Pay Range = $18.82 to $25.99
This class describes second level supervisory, graduate level positions and/or positions requiring highly
advanced skills. Supervisory employees supervise three or more subordinates with at least one as Student
Assistant III. Graduate level employees possess the appropriate bachelor's degree and/or apply the knowledge
gained to the assignment. [This job class should not be confused with the student faculty 1500 series job
classes].
Some examples of work or positions may include: research assistant, graduate tutor/grader, and graduate
teaching assistant, entry level accountant, advanced lab work (requiring specialized knowledge), library
technician, student advisor, or peer counselor. Some UCCS examples of work or positions may include:
teaching assistant, entry level accountant, library technician, student services specialist, computer
programmer (highly advanced), engineering specialist, grant writer, community worker, mental health
worker, electronic specialist, engineering specialist, entry level accountant, advanced lab work, student
advisor, peer counselor, library technician, project coordinator, independent lab researcher, learning resource
center coordinator, grant writer, editor (for professional publications and research presentations), outreach
program coordinator, statistician, research presenter, graduate school assistant (epidemiology, medical
physics, etc.), health care assistant (emergency room care associate, clinic assistant, etc.), engineering
assistant, or various other positions in which employee supervises 3 or more subordinate employees including
at least one Student Assistant III.
OFF-CAMPUS WORK-STUDY
Job Code = 4201
Pay Range = $12.00 to $28.37
This job class describes a student who is working for an approved off-campus agency and who is covered under
the University of Colorado’s Workers’ Compensation insurance policy. An agency must have contracted and
agreed to the terms of the individual CU campus work-study agreement. Contact each campus’ student
employment office for a current listing of approved agencies.
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Some examples of work or positions may include: Other college institutions such as CCD, MSUD, ACC
Front Range, AHEC, etc. Family literacy programs such as libraries, community outreach programs, after
school programs, family center, etc. Community service programs such as resource centers, foundations, K-
12 schools, boys and girls clubs, state services, etc. All work and position must meet the federal off-campus
requirements and regulations stated in the Federal Student Aid handbook.
STUDENT ASSISTANT
HIGH/TRADE SCHOOL/OTHER SCHOOL
Job Code = 4301
Pay Range = $12.00 to $28.37
This job class describes a high school, trade school or “other” (as defined by each campus) student who is working
for the University of Colorado.
Revised January 2020
Student Employment Office
P.O. Box 173364, Campus Box 125 Denver, CO 80217-3364
Phone: 303.556.6219 Fax: 303.556.2325 Email: studentemployment@ucdenver.edu
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Web Link References
Background Investigation Policy:
Student Employment Handbook
www.ucdenver.edu/about/departments/HR/HRPoliciesGuidelines/Documents/Background%20Check%202014%20policy
%20final%202.pdf
Check-Out Notification
http://www.ucdenver.edu/about/departments/HR/resourcesforemployees/employeecategories/Pages/studentworkers.aspx
CU Denver|CU Anschutz Access Portal:
https://passport.ucdenver.edu/login.php
Division of Labor:
http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/CDLE-LaborLaws/CDLE/1251569559596
Drug-Free Schools and Colleges Notification:
www.ucdenver.edu/about/departments/HR/Documents/Drug%20and%20Alcohol%20Info.pdf
Fair Labor Standards:
http://www.dol.gov/whd/flsa/index.htm
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA):
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
FERPA Guidelines:
http://www.ucdenver.edu/student-services/resources/Registrar-dev/StudentServices/Policies/Pages/default.aspx
HIPAA Guidelines:
http://www.ucdenver.edu/student-services/resources/Registrar-dev/StudentServices/Policies/Pages/default.aspx
HCM Step by Step Training Guides:
http://www.cu.edu/employee-services/hcm-training-environment
HCM Step by Step Hiring an Employee:
https://www.cu.edu/docs/sbs-hiring-employee
HCM Step by Step Position Number:
http://www.cu.edu/sites/default/files/Creating-a-Student-or-Temporary-Position.pdf
Jury Duty:
https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/collaborative-hr-services/cu-system-administration/employee-resources/jury-
leave
Over Payment Form:
https://www.cu.edu/sites/default/files/policies/975-overpayment-notice/files/overpayment-notice-2014.xls
Over Payment Regulations:
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https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/business-partners-ppldrl/resources/es-procedures-guide/overpayment-wages
Payroll Calendar - Employee Services:
https://www.cu.edu/hcm-community/pay-employees/payroll-production-calendars
Payroll Calendar - CU Denver|CU Anschutz:
www.ucdenver.edu/student-services/resources/CostsAndFinancing/FASO/Do/StudentEmployment/Documents/2019-
2020/2019-2020%20Student%20Employment%20Bi-Weekly%20Payroll%20Calendar.pdf
Sexual Misconduct Policy:
http://www.cu.edu/sexual-misconduct/sexual-misconduct-related-policies-and-procedures
Social Security Publications:
http://www.socialsecurity.gov/
Student Employment Office Email:
studentemployment@ucdenver.edu
Student Employment Website:
Student Employment
Student Retirement Policy:
https://www.cu.edu/ope/aps/5011
University Risk Management:
https://www.cu.edu/content/workerscompensation
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Index
Affirmative Action
14
Student Employment Job Class
Description
8, 26, 30, 33, 35
‘At Will’ Employee
12, 17, 23
Student Employment Paperwork
18
Background Check
6, 18, 19, 21, 26
Student hourly
5, 6, 7, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22
Bi-Weekly Payroll Calendar
11,19,21,22
Student Retirement Policy
12, 13
Breaks
7, 17
Student Time Collection Policy
19
Check-Out Notification
2, 12, 20, 24
Student Time Records
6, 11, 22
Conflict of Interest
14
Termination
2, 5, 7, 12, 15, 17, 19, 23, 24, 32
Disciplinary Action
31, 32
Time Entry Regulation
11, 22
Drugs and Alcohol
5, 15
Undergraduate Students
5, 6, 12
Empl Class
13
Worker’s Compensation
5, 7, 15, 16, 36
Equal opportunity and Inclusion
14
Work Hour Regulation
2, 6, 21
Evaluation
20, 29, 30
Work Related Injury
15, 17
FAFSA
38
Work-Study
6, 11, 12, 18, 19, 21, 23, 36
FERPA
13, 18, 20
Gaining Employment
18
Graduate Students
5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 36
Hiring Student Employees
18, 19, 20, 21, 22
International Students
6, 17
Jury Duty
7, 11, 26
Letter of Offer
20, 26
Nepotism
5, 14
Over Payment
7
Overtime
7
Pay Matrix
8, 10, 30, 33, 34
Pay Rate Regulation
8, 33
Personnel Files
20
Satisfactory Academic Progress
6
Sexual Harassment
15
Student Assistant (I-VI)
2, 8, 9, 10, 27, 30, 33, 34, 35, 36,
37
Student Employment Eligibility
6, 17, 18
Student Employee Information &
Policy
6, 17, 20
