Employee Relations

October 22 is UTHSC Employee Appreciation Day

Join us for UTHSC’s 2009 Employee Appreciation Day:“UT’s People, Talent, Strength” on October 22, 2009 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. in Forrest Park. For a detailed listing of the day's activities, T-shirt information, and the event menu, see our 2009 Employee Appreciation Day brochure.

Our Mission

The primary purpose of Employee Relations is to protect the interests, rights, and privileges of exempt staff and non-exempt staff in all levels of university operations and programs. Through the Office of Equity and Diversity, Employee Relations is designated by the university to function as an impartial and neutral resource to assist members of the university community. Employee Relations provides information relating to university policies and procedures and facilitates the resolution of problems and complaints through informal investigation and mediation. The rights and interests of all parties to disputes are considered, with the aim to achieving fair outcomes.

Grievance Process Form

Any UTHSC staff can seek the advice of Employee Relations however our involvement does not replace or supercede other university grievances, complaint or appeal procedures. As a result, employees seeking relief through the formal grievance process must initiate this process through the Office of Equity and Diversity by filling out the grievance form.

This provides a method for the resolution of problems which may arise between the University and regular, staff non-exempt employees.