Flexible work options focus on location and/or time flexibility. These types of work options can be used separately or combined to create a flexible work request. The type of flexible work may impact pay and benefits. Visit the benefits section for more information.
Telework or remote work involves performing some or all job duties off-site, while being connected to the workplace.
When performing telework in any capacity, you may still be required to be physically present on an as-needed basis, as directed by a supervisor. The frequency of these occasions and the logistics of travel are discussed when creating the flexible work agreement.
The university is responsible for accurately withholding state and/or local income tax based on your actual work location(s). It is the employee’s responsibility, in partnership with the manager, to ensure your work location(s) on record is accurate and up to date.
While Ohio State does not employ individuals working in another country on a permanent basis, there are some circumstances that do not require completion of a Flexible Work Agreement in accordance with the flexible work policy and requirements. These include:
Colleges or units considering having an employee work from a state outside of Ohio for more than 30 consecutive days within 12 months are responsible for following the process outlined on the Working Outside of Ohio page.
Flexible Schedule Work hours with start and end times and/or days that are not typical for your position within your unit. Compressed Workweek Adjust your normal hours of work into fewer days than your typical workweek. For example, a full-time employee scheduled for 40 hours per week could work four 10-hour days instead of five 8-hour days. Job Share An arrangement under which two or more individuals share the duties of one full-time position. Change of Full Time Equivalency (FTE) Adjusting the number of hours worked per week to be more than or less than your current position.