Human Resources

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

Coronavirus Updates
Find all of the latest udates and information on Coronavirus.
Work Remotely
If you need to make a flexible workplace arrangement, you can find the necessary forms here.
Resources
Information on resources for employees, including our Employee Assistance Program.
Communication and FAQs
Find more information about working remotely for employees and student workers.

Announcements

Families First Coronavirus Response Act - Required Notification
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19. These provisions will apply from April 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020.

Click here to view the Families First Coronavirus Response Act notice.

Click here for Federal Emergency Leave FAQs.
CATALYST@Home is Now Available!
The Talent Development team launched CATALYST@Home, a self-paced online training program as an extension of their popular Catalyst Learning Programs which launched last summer. Participants enjoy pre-selected videos via LinkedIn Learning, online topic discussions, and other learning activities focused on continued professional development while away from campus. CATALYST@Home has over 140 participants and is open to all UH staff members.

To participate in CATALYST@Home, register here.
HR is Working Remotely
As Human Resources continues to ensure precautionary measures are taken in mitigating the spread of the COVID-19, the HR team will be working remotely until further notice. We are committed to continuing to serve the community and our employees while mitigating the spread of COVID-19.

For assistance, please contact the following:

Talent Acquisition - hremploy@uh.edu

Talent Development - ulearn@uh.edu

Benefits - hrben@central.uh.edu

Payroll - hrpay@uh.edu

HRIS - hrpsoft@uh.edu

You can reach the HR Service Center at hrsc@uh.edu.

You can also find online HR resources and COVID-19 updates at www.uh.edu/hr.
New IRS 2020 Form W-4
There is a new W-4 form that is now available to employees. The 2020 Form W-4, Employee’s Withholding Certificate, is very different from previous versions. This is due to the federal tax law changes that took place in 2018. Learn more on the Payroll Services website.
1095-C Forms Available in PASS
1095-C forms are now available in PASS. After you log in, go to Benefits->View 1095-C and select the form for 2019.

If you had employee health insurance in 2019, you should have received your 1095-B form from Blue Cross Blue Shield in the mail. If you did not receive it, or if it has become misplaced, please go here for instructions: https://healthselect.bcbstx.com/pdf/publications-and-forms/1095b-info-sheet.pdf

Please contact HR at X33988 with any questions or concerns.

Partnerships and Outreach

HR Business Partner, Portia Allen, Helps Local Students Prepare for Job Skills
UH Human Resources Business Partner, Portia Allen, partnered with Cafe College from Houston Public Library and METRO Houston to help students at Key Middle School prepare for job skills readiness. Thank you Portia, for your commitment, not only to the University, but also to our surrounding communities!
HR Leaders Present at BLN Meeting
On Monday, March 3rd, leaders from the Human Resource Services team presented at the Black Leadership Network. Connie Kemp, Nikki Duncan, and Vicki Rawlston disucussed the HR Serivces teams' dedication to serving the UH community and providing opportunities through Talent Acquistion and Talent Development initiatives.
Veteran Liaison, MJ Jackson, Helps Create Connections for Veterans
Thank you to our Senior Recruiter and Veteran Liaison, MJ Jackson, for your continued dedication to providing opportunities to the veteran community! MJ was instrumental in connecting the Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management with the Texas Workforce Commission and Workforce Solutions in order to provide free career development opportunities to veterans.
HR Celebrates Black History Month
The UH Human Resources team gathered to celebrate Black History Month and show pride in the University's culture of diversity and inclusion! Please join us in recognizing and remembering the acheivements and contributions of African Americans to our diverse community. Be sure to check out the Black History Month events taking place on campus!
Job Fairs
Talent Acquisition is out in the community working with applicants, students, alumni and hiring managers. Nikki Duncan, Sr. Recruiter, presented at TSU on Interviewing and Resume Writing for students.