About Our Handbook

This handbook is designed to tell you about your association with Georgia State University. It includes basic University information, governance, structure, compensation and benefits programs, and employee relations policies. There are many things about the University that you will want to know. To answer some of these questions, we have written this handbook. Please read through it and retain it for future reference. The policies, procedures, and processes stated in this handbook are to work in conjunction with the policies, procedures, and processes set by your division or department and are subject to change without notice at the discretion of the University and its governing body. Violation of any of these policies could result in disciplinary action, including termination of your employment with Georgia State University. From time to time, you will receive information from your department that addresses the administration of the information contained in this handbook. If you have any questions regarding any of the statements in the handbook, please see your supervisor or contact a member of the Office of Employee Relations.

You were carefully selected for your position and you are one of the University’s most valuable resources. Georgia State University is committed to maintaining an environment in which each employee is able to realize his/her maximum potential while contributing to the working efficiency and success of the University. To achieve these objectives, it is important that lines of communication remain open at all times. These lines of communication are essential to ensure that all employees know what is expected of them in terms of work performance and can interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and subordinates.