Published to Newsletter on Nov 30, 2022
The Absence Management team within UNM’s Benefits & Employee Wellness department has been working towards centralizing Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) administration for staff employees, and creating new processes to better facilitate the transition. The transition to the new FMLA centralization processes will begin to roll out in January 2023 with the intent of completing the transition by the end of March.
An online FMLA Inquiry Form has already been created for employees needing to inquire about how to request FMLA or for general questions regarding FMLA. Employees and departments can submit any FMLA documentation via the Secure Document Upload at https:// hr.unm.edu/upload or fax to 505.277.2278.
In January 2023, a new Banner FMLA tracking process will begin to roll out, ultimately replacing the current tracking process of using spreadsheets or logs. The Absence Management team will create job aids to assist supervisors and time keepers with the necessary steps to accurately report FMLA use.
Employee and supervisor training and guides will also be made available in January to assist with understanding employee rights and responsibilities and supervisor responsibilities related to FMLA requirements.
Additional information will be provided as the process is rolled out. Stay tuned!
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