Flexible Work Arrangements: Filing an Agreement
The Flexible Work Agreement Form
The specifics of the flexible work arrangement should be put in writing, using the Flexible Work/Wellness Agreement Form, to ensure that the supervisor and staff employee have a mutual understanding. The agreement should be signed by the employee and the supervisor. Any modifications in the schedule may be made only with the prior consent of the supervisor. It is recommended that agreed-upon flexible work arrangements be implemented on a trial basis of six months, with a review date set at initiation. A trial period will give everyone the opportunity to evaluate the effectiveness of the arrangement.
Details of the arrangement should be attached to the Agreement Form.
The employee and the supervisor should each retain a copy of this agreement and details attached.
The supervisor should file this agreement with the employee's human resource representative or leader.
The supervisor should schedule an agreement review with the employee every six months to evaluate effectiveness of agreement and make modifications where necessary.
In addition to the agreement, thorough, ongoing discussion between the employee and supervisor should occur, including short- and long-term goals for the arrangement. See Developing an Arrangement.