Policies By Categories
A list of policies by categories. Some policies are confidential and will need you to login into MyNU to view.
Employment & Workplace
| Policy | Purpose | Sector | Division | Department |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptable Use of Electronic Resources | Guidance regarding use of university technology | University | EVP | Information Technology |
| Accidental Death and Dismemberment | Sets the Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefit, eligibility requirements and claim procedure. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Administrative and Professional Employees Performance Appraisals* | This policy discusses the purpose, results, and procedures regarding administrative and professional employee performance appraisals. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| American With Disabilities Act and Employment | This policy is in place to communicate our commitment to the principles of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA). | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Applications for Positions on Campus | This policy dictates the acceptance of applications and resumes | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Bereavement Leave | Described is the policy concerning Bereavement Compensation and time off procedures for all eligible employees. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Building Access for Non-Resident Space | The Building Access Policy is developed to ensure the safety and security of our students, staff, and faculty as well as to safeguard Niagara University's assets and personal property | Student Affairs | Campus Safety | |
| Camps Clinics & Events for Minors | To ensure compliance and best practices for camps clinics and events for minors operated by NU | University | CEMD and GC Offices | Presidents Office |
| Camus Ministry Policies and Procedure for NU St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen | To set the Policy and Procedure for NU St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen | Mission & Development | Campus Ministry | Campus Ministry |
| Cash Handling Policy | Sets the policy for handling cash transactions at the university | Operations and Finance | Controller | Controllers Office |
| Chemical Exposure Response | Broad guidelines in response to chemical exposure | Operations and Finance | Business Services | |
| Chemical Hygiene Policy | To ensure compliance with applicable regulations | University | NA | Business Services |
| Clery Compliance Policy | To clarify the various roles and responsibilities for Clery and Campus Security law compliance | University | General Counsel | President's Office |
| Commitment to Ethical Business Practices | To confirm the University's commitment to Ethical Business Practices | University | EVP | Executive Vice Presidents Office |
| Communications with Media | To inform employees as to how to handle media inquiries and press appearances | University | Public Relations | Public Relations |
| Comp Tickets to NU Events for Employees | To ensure there is no real or perceived conflict of interest in the provision of comp'd or department-funded tickets for employees attending university events | Operations and Finance | Controller | Controllers Office |
| Confidentiality of Employment Information | Sets procedures and guidelines for University positions and the maintaining of confidential information. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Controller's Office Policy on Acceptable Expenses for University Credit Cards and Reimbursement | To ensure there is clear direction regarding Acceptable Expenses for University Credit Cards and Reimbursement | Operations and Finance | Controller's Office | Business Affairs |
| Credit Card Marketing on Campus | To comply with NYS Education Law 6437 | University | General Counsel | Campus Activities |
| Data Breach Policy | To set the terms of meeting the requirements of NY GBL Article 39-f | Operations and Finance | Information Technology | Information Technology |
| Dean of Students Judicial Records Retention Policy | To ensure students are aware of the retention of their judicial records | Student Affairs | Dean of Students | Student Affairs |
| Digital Signage | Guide on composing content for digital signage | Executive Vice President | Public Relations | Public Relations |
| Dining Commons Use Policy | Policy and guidance for arranging events in the Clet Dining Commons | University | Operations & Finance | Center for Events & Mgmt Dev. |
| Diploma At Graduation | Sets the policy for who can award a diploma at graduation (President, or other under certain circumstances) | Academic Affairs | Academic Affairs | Academic Affairs |
| Disability Grievance Policy | Policy and Procedure for reporting a violation of the Americans With Disabilities Act | University | University | Other |
| Disciplinary Action Procedure | Sets the procedures and guidelines for involuntary termination of any employee | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) | Define driver responsibility, driver etiquette, charging station safety requirements, and restrictions for privately owned electric vehicles while charging at the designated EVCS locations on campus. | Finance and Operations | Operations & Finance | Facility Services |
| Emergency Pay and Unscheduled Call-in Pay | This policy addresses the manner in which Emergency Pay/Unscheduled Call-in pay is calculated. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Employee Cell Phone Policy | The purpose of this policy is to define the eligibility rules for employees’ need and use of cellular devices for business purposes. | Finance and Operations | Office of Human Resources | Human Resources |
| Employee Military Leave Policy | Sets the policy for employees taking military leave | University | Human Resources | Human Resources |
| Employee Status Codes | Sets Employee Status and Codes with definitions and benefit eligibilities. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Energy Policy | To set the policy for energy-saving measures and comply with the Presidents' Climate Commitment | University | Sustainability Committee | Facility Services |
| Enforcement of Parking | Enforcement of university parking regulations | University | Student Affairs | Campus Safety |
| Equal Employment Opportunity | This policy was created to communicate our commitment to the principles of Fair Employment Practices and Equal Employment Opportunity. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Essential Trained Responders and Essential Personnel | To establish a system for utilizing the categories "essential trained personnel" and "essential personnel" | Finance and Operations | Committee on Crisis Management | Other |
| Exit Interview Policy | Sets the conducting of exit interviews with employees | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Faculty-Lead Student Trips | To coordinate the resources and policies needed to assist faculty in leading student trips | University | PPRC | President's Office |
| Family Medical Leave Act | To ensure compliance with FMLA | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | Human Resources |
| Health Insurance | It is the policy of the University to offer group Health Insurance benefits to eligible employees. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Holidays | This policy addresses the recognition of paid holidays and eligibility for payment. | Finance and Operations | Office of Human Resources | Human Resources |
| Institutional Advancement Code of Ethics | The provide guidance and best practices regarding the solicitation and acceptance of gifts to the university | Institutional Advancement | Institutional Advancement | Institutional Advancement |
| Introductory Period for Non-Faculty Employees | This policy defines the introductory period for newly hired, rehired, promoted or transferred non-faculty employees. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Jury Duty Policy | Sets jury duty compensation and the procedure for payment to eligible employees. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Kerry Rose Law | To comply with NYS Education Law 6348 | Executive Vice President | Campus Safety | Campus Safety |
| Leaves of Absence | Sets the guidelines and procedures for placing an eligible employee on an official Leave of Absence. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Length of Service Non-Faculty Employees | This policy defines the length of service for non-faculty, benefit eligible employees of the University. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Life Insurance | Sets the offering of group term life insurance to eligible employees. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Long Term Disability Leave | Sets the procedures if an eligible employee becomes disabled and must be off from work for an extended period. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Model Camp Safety Plan | A template to modify as needed per the Camps & Clinics for Minors Policy ; Modifications not to be used without officer approval | University | Operations | President's Office |
| Motor Vehicle Record Check Policy | Sets the policy for checking MVR's | University | Human Resources | Human Resources |
| Narcan Policy | To set the policy and procedure for on-campus administration of Narcan to fight opiate overdose | University | Student Health Services | Student Affairs |
| Niagara University Institutional Review Board and Tri-Council Policy Statement | Research involving human subjects conducted by faculty members and students under the auspices of Niagara University must be reviewed and approved by the Niagara University Institutional Review Board (IRB) prior to its commencement. | Academic Affairs | Provost | Academic Affairs |
| Non-Fraternization Policy | Explains both guidelines and procedures regarding Intra-University relationships | University/ Overseen by Executive Vice President | Executive Vice Presidents Office | |
| NU Survey (Map) 2015 | Official Survey and Map of NU property, including the Main Campus and Parkway Lands | University | General Counsel | President's Office |
| Paid Family Leave Policy | Effective January 1, 2018, Niagara University will provide paid leave (up to a certain percentage of your weekly wages) to eligible non-faculty employees pursuant to New York’s Paid Family Leave Act. | Finance and Operations | Office of Human Resources | Human Resources |
| Paid Time Off (PTO) | The Paid Time Off Policy provides benefit eligible non faculty employees with an entitlement of days away from work with pay | Finance and Operations | Human Resources | Human Resources |
| Part Time Employee Benefits (>1,000 Hours) | This policy addresses the benefits that part time employees, working less than one thousand hours per year, are eligible for | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Part-time Faculty | Establish compliance and hiring procedures for part-time faculty positions. | Finance and Operations | Human Resources | Human Resources |
| Petty Cash Guidelines | Guidelines on the acceptable uses and procedure for Petty Cash | Operations and Finance | Controller | Controllers Office |
| Power Path Policy | Sets the policy for use, maintenance, and coordination with NYPA regarding the Power Path | University | Campus Safety/Keirnan Center/Facilities/Planning | Executive Vice Presidents Office |
| Premium Compensation | This topic addresses the manner in which overtime, holiday premium and call-in pay are calculated. The purpose of this policy is to control labor costs by managing the expense of overtime pay to nonexempt employees. | Finance and Operations | Human Resources | Human Resources |
| Registrar's Policy and Procedure for Transcript Notation per New York Education Law 129-B | Compliance with NYS Education Law Article 129-B with regard to transcript notation | University | Registrar | Records Office |
| Relocation Reimbursement | To establish guidelines for the reimbursement for relocation of new employees to Niagara University. Its principal goal is to establish criteria and an approval process for use of relocation funds. | University | Human Resources | Human Resources |
| Retirement Policy | To guide non-faculty employees through the process of initiating retirement | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | Human Resources |
| Salary Continuation Plan | This policy addresses the payment of salary when an employee is unable to work due to injury or illness for a period greater than five (5) consecutive workdays. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Seizure Protocol | This policy provides guidelines to help accommodate student's suffering from seizures. | Student Affairs | Health Services | |
| Service & Emotional Support Animals | The broadly inform community members of the procedure for respectfully addressing the needs of those who use service and emotional support animals | University | ADA Coordinator | Human Resources |
| Sexual Misconduct Policy | Sets the process for handling sexual misconduct, per Title IX, VAWA, Clery, and NY Education Law 29B | University | Title IX Coordinator | Executive Vice Presidents Office |
| Sick Days for Regular Full Time Employees | This policy addresses the nature, number and process for sick days for eligible employees. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Smoking Policy | This policy, in compliance with the New York State Public Health Law, dictates the University's smoking policy | University/ Overseen by Executive Vice President | Executive Vice Presidents Office | |
| Standards of Conduct | The University maintains standards for the personal conduct of its employees. This policy lists some of the general rules | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Survivor Benefits | Described is the University's Policy on providing benefits to a surviving spouse and/or dependent child(ren) in the event of the death of a University employee. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| Temporary Medical Parking Permits | Sets procedure and guidelines for anyone who require special consideration related to parking. | Student Affairs | Health Services | |
| Trademark Policy | To set the terms for protecting and using all University-owned Trademarks | Executive Vice President | Public Relations | Public Relations |
| Trustees' Policy on Ethical Treatment of Students in Fiscal Transactions | To provide guidance on the fiscal transactions involving students and staff, administrators and faculty. | University | Human Resources | Human Resources |
| Tuition Exchange Policy | The purpose of this policy is to encourage life-long learning and to describe the plan, eligibility and process for the dependents of eligible employees and faculty to participate in the TE program. | Finance and Operations | Office of Human Resourcese | Human Resources |
| Tuition Remission * | Sets the plan, eligibility, and process for exempt and non-exempt non-faculty employees and their dependents to receive Tuition Remission and Tuition Exchange. | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | |
| University Information Security and Digital Information Protection Policy | Niagara University is committed to the protection and privacy of students enrolled in face-to-face and distance courses and programs and to student identity verification. | University | Programs and Policy | Information Technology |
| University Intellectual Property and Rights Management Policy | To benefit teaching, research, and the public interest, the University and NULTA work together to generate, maintain, and promote intellectual property. | Academic Affairs | Programs and Policy | Academic Affairs |
| University Policy on Non-Academic Student Grievance | Niagara University is committed to ensuring that all members of the University community demonstrate respect, fairness, and kindness in their interactions with one another. | Student Affairs | Programs and Policy | Student Affairs |
| University Policy on Pre- and Post-Employment Background Checks | To establish how pre and post-employment background checks are conducted | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | Human Resources |
| University-funded Travel | Sets out the terms, procedure, and forms related to travel paid for by NU | University | Controller | Controllers Office |
| Vacation Pay | Guidance to non-exempt full time and regular part time employees | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | Human Resources |
| Web Page Administrator Policy | To ensure clarity regarding responsibility for individual department and sector web pages | Executive Vice President | PR | Public Relations |
| Whistleblowing | The policy for reporting suspected fraud and abuse of university resources | University | General Counsel | President's Office |
| Worker's Compensation | To provide guidance regarding workers' compensation claims | Executive Vice President | Human Resources | Human Resources |