What is unique about the Ombuds Office?
Independence: The OMBUDS Office is independent in structure, function and appearance to the highest degree possible within the organization. The OMBUDS Officer is not part of line management, does nto make management decisions, cannot make anyone take a particular course of action, nor does it take on roles that might compromise independence. The OMBUDS Officer has access to all information and all individuals in the university community, as permitted by law. Confidentiality: Identities and concerns discussed with the OMBUDS Office will not be shared with anyone else without permission, except to the extent required by law. If there appears to be imminent threat of serious harm, confidentiality will be broken. Informality: The OMBUDS Office is an informal avenue that will take into consideration the interests and concerns of all members of the UCF community. It is not a place where you give notice of wrong-doing, although it can direct you to the appropriate office. It encourages peopl
Related Questions
- I want to use the Ombuds Office to resolve a conflict with my colleague, but my colleague doesn’t want to participate. What do I do now?
- I don’t work on campus; I’m out in the field/in a county office/in a study abroad location. Can I use the Ombuds Office?
- My salary is paid entirely out of grant funds. Am I eligible to use the Ombuds Office?
