The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Human Resources

Workgroups vs. Weather Groups

KNOW YOUR WORKGROUP

UAB is a complex organization with diverse responsibilities among its employees, so it is necessary that some policies, processes and programs apply differently to various entities and academic/administrative and clinical business lines. 

  • At times decisions affecting the workforces of these operations must be made independently. 
  • In order to improve communication during these times, UAB has formalized the classification of these workforces as Workgroup A, Workgroup C and Faculty. 

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KNOW YOUR WEATHER GROUPS

When UAB closes for bad weather, decisions must be made and communicated for many entities/functions that react differently to a closing. Assigning students, faculty and staff to dedicated groups (GREEN, YELLOW and RED) will improve clarity around the process:

  • UAB Human Resources has worked with entities across the enterprise to assign units and/or job functions/titles to the GREEN, YELLOW or RED group.
  • Every UAB student, faculty and staff member is responsible for knowing his or her assignment in the GREEN, YELLOW or RED group


By Francesca Collins | Modified on: Wed, 18 Nov, 2020 at 4:35 PM
The information in this article has been verified as up-to-date on the date of publication. All information is for general purposes only and not intended to address the specific circumstances of any particular individual. For specific questions or support, contact us at humanresources@uab.edu.

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