We are implementing an important update to the telecommuting agreement process for the Academic Affairs Division. Effective immediately, we are shifting to a calendar-year model for all telecommuting agreements, regardless of an employee’s hire date. Here’s what you need to know:

• Calendar Year Model: We are in the process of transitioning all of our telecommuting agreements to a January–December schedule. This update will standardize agreements across the Division to streamline tracking and renewals.
• Standard Campus/Remote Model: The standard schedule for telecommuting is a 3-day campus / 2-day remote model. Any department or unit requesting a schedule other than this 3/2 split must be prepared to submit written justification from the Appropriate Administrator if requested by the Office of Equal Opportunity.
• Agreement Cycle: When an employee’s current Telecommuting Agreement expires, the new agreement must have an end date of 12/31/25 to align with the calendar year model. For agreements ending on 12/31/2024, please submit a new agreement in December to allow for approval processing and ensure an effective start date of January 1, 2025.
• Guidelines and Resources: Review the telecommuting process – including the policy, signing authority, and agreement guidelines – on the AA Resource Hub. As a reminder, please use the AAD-specific Telecommuter Agreement, also available on the AA Resource Hub.
• Telecommuting Help and FAQs: For more information, check out UP’s Telecommuting Help and FAQs webpage.

If you have any questions, please consult with your DRO/manager or reach out to ABSO at abso@sjsu.edu.

Thank you for your cooperation in this transition to a streamlined telecommuting process.