Dear USF community,
Our leadership team continues to closely monitor the evolving dynamics of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on our community.
As of March 15, the following encompasses the latest guidance from university leadership regarding remote work options. Expect regular updates as the situation evolves.
While the university continues to be open and operational, supervisors are being asked to strongly encourage any employees (faculty, staff, OPS) who can work remotely to do so until at least April 6, when face-to-face classes are scheduled to resume. Employees must work with their supervisors to develop a plan that allows them to meet deliverables and maintain communication, productivity and efficiency.
Employees whose job duties do not allow for remote work or who do not have necessary IT resources should talk to their supervisors about designing on- or off-campus work arrangements that will still fulfill their obligations without exposing undue risks to their own health and safety or that of the campus community.
Healthcare-delivery employees, including USF Health clinical staff, Student Health Services staff and veterinary staff, are expected to report to work as usual unless they receive separate guidance from their supervisors.
Employees whose personal situations prevent them from working, or who choose to self-isolate on their own accord away from work duties, may use one of the following types of time off, with supervisory approval:
- Accrued annual leave
- Accrued sick leave (if the employee or family member is ill)
- Unpaid leave
Employees should contact their immediate supervisors as soon as possible once they know they will be unable to report to work to develop a plan.
If an employee is diagnosed with COVID-19 or is directed to self-isolate by a medical professional or public health official, the employee should notify their supervisor and follow official guidance for the duration of the isolation period. If anyone in self-isolation can and would like to continue working remotely, they may, with approval of their supervisor.
For additional questions and guidance, contact the Employee Relations department at employee-relations@usf.edu.
For guidance with IT resources visit www.usf.edu/it-remote-resources.
Find answers to frequently asked questions at www.usf.edu/coronavirus/faq.aspx or visit usf.edu/covidquestions.
Sincerely,
Steve Currall
President and Professor