The University of West Alabama’s Human Resources Department is designed to support the faculty and staff in a way that allows everyone to simultaneously strive to meet his or her goals while accomplishing the designed objectives of the University. Training and development opportunities will be used to promote individual success and increase overall value to the University. The office will also provide resources for onboarding, administering salary and benefits, and implementing policies and procedures. The University prides itself on being the local employer of choice and strives to retain and attract the best possible employees.
If we can be of service to you or your department, contact one of the departments below.
Human Resources
The University of West Alabama
Station 1
Webb Hall, Office Number 229 B
Livingston, AL 35470
205-652-3963
Human Resources Staff
Robert Upchurch
Vice President of Administration & Human Resources
Jess Wood
Director of Human Resources and Training
(205) 652-3963
jwood@uwa.edu
Brenda Killough
Payroll Supervisor
(205) 652-3748
bkillough@uwa.edu
Kaley Akin
Payroll Assistant
(205) 652-3901
kakin@uwa.edu
Performance Review Process
Employee Performance Reviews are conducted for all University of West Alabama staff members once a year in the late spring/early summer. Evaluations will be completed by the supervisor who will evaluate the employee’s workplace performance based on several categories. All employees are given the opportunity to review and discuss results with their evaluator.
Performance Review Instructions
2023-2024 Fiscal Year Holiday Schedule
Official holidays for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, which begins October 1, 2023, are as follows:
Thanksgiving
November 20, 2023 through November 24, 2023
Administrative offices resume operations November 27
Christmas & New Year’s
December 13, 2023, through January 2, 2024
Monthly payroll will be disbursed on December 12, 2023
Administrative offices resume operations January 3
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 15, 2024
Spring Break
March 25, 2024 through March 29, 2024
Memorial Day
May 27, 2024
Juneteenth
June 19, 2024
Independence Day
July 4, 2024 and July 5, 2024
Labor Day
September 2, 2024
Any questions concerning this schedule should be referred to Robert Upchurch at (205) 652-3533.
Other Employee Benefits
UWA offers employees a range of additional benefits, such as computer and Julia Tutwiler Library access, print and mail services and more.
Teacher Retirement System of Alabama
UWA is part of the Teacher Retirement System of Alabama (TRS). Full-time employees must participate in the TRS, which provides one of the best retirement programs in the nation.
Family Medical Leave
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requires covered employers to provide up to twelve weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave to eligible employees for certain family and medical reasons.
Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
UWA provides Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) and Long-Term Disability coverage through MetLife to its full-time employees at no cost to the employee.
Health Care Benefits
UWA offers several health care benefits, including medical, Flexible Spending Accounts and more.
Faculty and Staff Resources, Training and Professional Development
Resources:
Training & Professional Development
Effective Communication and Zoom Phone Training
Viewing Budgeted Accounts Tutorial
Progressive Discipline Process + Economic Development
Time Management + Campus Safety
Legal Issues Affecting Higher Education
Important Forms
To access the following forms, log in on the TigerHub Portal using your UWA email address and password. On the left side of the page under Tools, click Everyday Tools. Click eForms (you might have to click Show More…). Click Forms. Enter your information on the appropriate form. Click Submit. Unfinished forms can be found by clicking Drafts.
Human Resources
Confidentiality Agreement
Direct Deposit Form
Employee Pay Form
New Hire Resources:
A-4 Form
Blue Cross Blue Shield Application
Flexible Compensation Form
I-9 Form
RSA Designation of Beneficiary Form
RSA-1 Deferred Compensation Plan Enrollment Form
UWA Life Insurance Enrollment Form
UWA Wellness Center Membership Agreement Form
W4 Form
Physical Plant
Key Request Form
UWA Alerts
Stay informed about the University of West Alabama campus by subscribing to UWA Alerts. Subscribing allows you to receive alerts about school closings, emergency situations, and other occurrences that need to be communicated across campus. Users will receive one test notification per month.
Employment Opportunities
The University of West Alabama is a state-supported, coeducational institution of higher education governed by a 13-member Board of Trustees. As a regional institution, the University’s foremost commitment is to meeting the educational needs of the State and particularly the West Alabama area. In fulfilling its mission, the University seeks to employ a vibrant, talented, and diverse faculty and staff. The University strives to offer meaningful employment that will make a difference in the community and the lives of those who attend the University.
The University of West Alabama is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor, master, education specialist, and doctoral degrees.
We are delighted that you are interested in learning more about the exciting career opportunities offered at UWA. As a member of the UWA community you will enjoy exceptional benefits, a charming campus teeming with traditions and camaraderie, and opportunities for growth and development. We strive for a campus culture built on innovation, collaboration, and fulfilling opportunities for meaningful employment.
Non-Discrimination
Details regarding the contact person, requirements and more are provided in each individual position announcement. In addition to regular mail, all application materials will be accepted by electronic means.
The University of West Alabama does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, hearing status, personal appearance, color, sex, pregnancy, political affiliation, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability (including perceived disability), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any grievance process on campus, with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or other human rights agencies.
The University has designated a Title IX Coordinator who oversees implementation of the University’s Policies and Procedures on Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Nondiscrimination. The University’s Title IX Coordinator is Byron Thetford, Brock Hall 202 (Station 61), Livingston, AL 35470, bthetford@uwa.edu, 205-652-3435.
Any person may report harassment, discrimination, sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in person, by mail, telephone, or email, using the contact information listed above for the Title IX Coordinator. Such a report may be made at any time (including during non-business hours) by using the telephone number, email address, or by mail to the office address listed above for the Title IX Coordinator. For the University’s Policies and Procedures Regarding Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Nondiscrimination, please visit www.uwa.edu/titleix.
AA/EO Employer. Minority applications encouraged.