U.S. Staff Hiring Guidance

Effective March 26, 2020, Carnegie Mellon University implemented adjusted approval guidelines for staff hires, which will remain in effect until further notice.

• Staff Hiring Approvals — updated 7/7/23
• Staff Hiring Justification Form [pdf]
• Virtual Interviewing Guidance [pdf]
• Manage Zoom Interviews

Flexible Working Arrangements

• Workplace Flexibility for Staff
• Supervisors: Managing Your Team's Flexible Working Arrangements
• Working Norms for a Hybrid Workforce
• Support Resources
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Computing Services Tech Resources

Accommodations and Time Away from Work

• The university will provide a reasonable accommodation to eligible faculty and staff who require workplace accommodations to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job.
• As always, for illnesses that exceed seven calendar days, please contact the Leaves Department.

Care Resources

• The Care Resources for Staff and Faculty guide compiles key resources and contacts related to health and well-being and child and family care. 
• CMU faculty, staff and graduate students can receive personalized support and guidance from the university's Family Care Concierge Service. 
• The Care for Business program provides subsidized backup care for dependents of faculty, staff and graduate students, and enables users to find household help, establish a learning pod or set up a nanny share. 
• The Employee Assistance Program provides resources to help you manage personal and work-life issues.