The Fair Labor Standards Act
Why does FLSA matter?
The Fair Labor Standards Act, or FLSA, matters because it ensures employees are paid fairly for their time, supports healthy work–life balance and helps protect the institution from compliance and financial risk.
FLSA information and resources
The Fair Labor Standards Act, or FLSA, is a federal law that establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping and youth employment standards. Whether a position is exempt or nonexempt under the FLSA is determined by Human Resources Compensation and Organizational Effectiveness using US Department of Labor criteria.
How FLSA applies to you
Explore the topics below to understand how FLSA applies to your position.
Understanding your FLSA classification and what it means for your work time and pay.
Supervisor responsibilities, managing work hours and setting expectations.
Business travel and work time
Learn the ins and outs of work time under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Employees with questions about how FLSA applies to their role are encouraged to begin with their supervisor. Supervisors are an employee’s primary point of contact for questions related to FLSA, including work schedules, time reporting and department-specific practices.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)When questions involve compliance, exceptions or situations such as remote or out-of-state work, supervisors may work with HR liaisons and HR Compensation and Organizational Effectiveness for additional guidance and support.