Compensation

Salary Administration

The Salary Administration Program is designed to maintain salary levels that: (1) attract and maintain well-qualified employees; (2) are internally equitable and externally competitive; and (3) compensate all employees on a fair and equitable basis.

Classification and Pay Grades

Jobs are assigned classification and pay grades based on the level of knowledge, skills and responsibilities required. Salary ranges are maintained for each pay grade, which allows the employee to earn salary increases that are based on merit rather than cost-of-living.      The current fiscal year pay plan is available on the Compensation section of the Human Resources web site.

Performance Evaluation

The performance evaluation process is an important part of an employee's job progress, training and development. In order to make the best use of an employee's capabilities, the supervisor evaluates the strengths/weaknesses of the employee. During the evaluation, the employee is given the opportunity to discuss any job problems and/or interests with their supervisor.      Evaluations are held at the end of the provisional period for new employees and every April thereafter. Administrators can initiate a performance evaluation at any time in which the performance by an employee might justify the need for formal documentation.      Performance Evaluation Forms may be reviewed on the Forms section of the Human Resources home page.

Pay Schedule

Staff personal will be paid bi-weekly according to the published payroll schedule. Professional/Administrative personnel are paid monthly on the last working day of the month.      Employees interested in direct deposit should contact the Human Resources Office.

Garnishments

As a Georgia Southern employee, failure to meet your financial obligations discredits the University. Continuing failure to pay your debts, and the resulting garnishment of wages, will be sufficient grounds for termination, after appropriate counseling.