Training, compensation, benefits, wellness and other news of importance to university employees.
Human Resources News
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2023 Alaska Minimum Wage Increase
November 18, 2022
The Alaska minimum wage will increase from $10.34/hr to $10.85/hr effective 01/01/23. Effective the first paycheck paid in 2023 (2023 R01), any employee earning less than $10.85/hr will have their hourly wage increased to the new rate automatically by Personnel.
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Important Family Medical Leave (FML) Updates
November 18, 2022
The University of Alaska (UA) has listened diligently to feedback provided by UA employees on the new Family Medical Leave (FML) process with Unum. UA and Unum have been working together to improve the FML experience and simplify the process.
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November 18, 2022
Interested in meeting with a Fidelity representative one-on-one to discuss your current plan for retirement? Schedule a free virtual appointment today!
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UA HR Training & Learning Opportunities
November 18, 2022
Be sure to check out the UA HR Training and Development and Benefits Upcoming Events calendars that have an assortment of offerings.
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Reminder: Updates to the HSA and 403(b) for Calendar Year 2023
November 18, 2022
The IRS has released the updated amounts for calendar year 2023 for the HSA and the 403(b). These increased rates are available beginning January 1, 2023.
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November 18, 2022
November is diabetes awareness month. The University of Alaska and Premera work with Livongo to assist with diabetes management. If you are an employee on a UA Choice Plan and you qualify for the Livongo program, you can participate at no charge to you.
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November 18, 2022
The wellness rebate will be paid out with the November 18th paycheck. See our website for more information on the wellness program, or to start your activities for next year's rebate.
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Just Released: Educational Attainment Incentive Program (EAIP)
November 18, 2022
The University of Alaska is dedicated to student learning, continuing education, and the professional development of university staff.
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Reminder: UA Holiday Closures 2022
November 18, 2022
As a reminder, hard closure will be observed from December 23, 2022 - January 2, 2023. More information can be found in the Memo from Chief Human Resources Officer, Memry Dahl.
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November 18, 2022
12/4-12/17/22 - R26 - Paydate: 12/30/22 - Employees: 12/16 before 5 PM; Supervisors: 12/19 before 5 PM | 12/18-12/31/22 - R01 - Paydate: 1/13/23 - Employees: 12/30 before 5 PM; Supervisors: 1/3/23
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