Many UK employees are working remotely during the University’s response to COVID-19. Whether employees work remotely or on-site, rules for breaks, lunches and overtime, as outlined by Kentucky state law still apply. This includes fifteen-minute breaks for each four-hour period worked and more rules.

The University's compensation administration is designed to attract, motivate, and retain employees. It is our further intent to allocate funds for wages and salaries for you and your fellow staff employees in a fair and equitable manner based on evaluations of the work responsibility and on your performance in the job. If you are in a regular position, your position is part of our job classification system. In accordance with specific factors, we have classified your position as either non-exempt or exempt.