Frequently Asked Questions
As a University employee, can I participate in political campaigns?Chapter 55 of the Massachusetts General Laws imposes a number of restrictions on the political activity of public employees. That law is enforced by the Massachusetts Office of Campaign and Political Finance (OCPF).
OCPF publishes a Campaign Finance Guide: Public Employees, Public Resources and Political Activity, which is intended to answer questions concerning political and fundraising activity by government workers. This guide is strongly recommended for those who draw any compensation from any Massachusetts public entity (such as the state, a city or town or other public agency) and are involved in campaigns, as well as their supervisors. Candidates and committees that enlist the campaign support of public employees and officials also should review this guide. A brief fact sheet summarizing this guide is also available.
Where do I get a University ID card and gate cards for the faculty/staff parking lots?
All non-student employees are eligible to receive a University OneCard identification card. This card also serves to provide gate access to all faculty/staff parking lots. ID cards are issued by Access Services in UML South Dining Hall during regularly schedule hours. New staff and faculty members must first complete the New Faculty/Staff Request for Services Form (pdf).
Where do I get my staff ID card validated?
Employees no longer need to obtain validation stickers for their University ID card. The new computerized system will determine validity at all parking gates, building access areas, and libraries.
How do employees get parking stickers?
Parking stickers are issued through Access Services. Please check the Access Services website for parking details.
If my spouse loses their job, can I pick up health insurance if I hadn't already carried it?
YES, there are certain circumstances when you can pick up health insurance. If your spouse is terminated from their job you will need to obtain a letter from their Human Resource office which indicates the last day for which insurance will be provided. Bring that letter to Human Resources and we will be able to sign you up for insurance which will be effective the day after you spouse's insurance ends.
If I am on vacation and the University closes due to inclement weather or other circumstances, how do I record attendance on my timecard/timesheet?
If you were not scheduled to be at work on the day in question, due to planned vacation or sick time, you would record it as vacation or sick time. You only get a "free" day off, if you had been scheduled to work on the day the University closed.
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