How should employees and supervisors plan alternative work schedules?
Employees should work with their managers to discuss the programmatic and business needs of their organization. Based on the work and programmatic needs of the organization, employees should consider which work schedule will work best for them and for the organization in order to meet commitments. Managers should then plan schedules and cross-train employees to cover for each other. Managers will need to consider how programmatic, safety, and operational goals and objectives can be met with alternative work schedules in their workforce. Coverage for all project deadlines and customer service requirements must be met and all offices must be available for work during business hours (8:00 am-5:00 pm M-F).
