All positions are categorized by an employment classification determined by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Human Resources works within FLSA guidelines in evaluating the employment classifications of all staff and faculty positions. This takes place during the creation or reclassification of positions.

EXEMPT vs. NON-EXEMPT  

These classifications are based on factors outlined in federal regulations and Board of Regents rules.
Job salary and duties also impact a position's classification status.

HOW IS EXEMPTION DETERMINED?  

Exemption is based on qualifying for all three of the following:

Salary Basis: Employee must be paid on an annual salary basis;

Minimum Salary Threshold Test: Employees must be paid above a salary threshold amount set by the
Department of Labor; and

Duty Tests: Employee must qualify as an Executive, Administrative, Professional, Computer Professional or
other specialized dualities test.