Purpose: To provide an effective interface on issues of employment and supervision among the fellowship staff, the Minister, the Board, and the members of the congregation.

Membership:The committee shall consist of a chairperson appointed in a manner consistent with Bylaws Articles VII, Section 1(a) and Article VIII, Section 1(b) and, when possible, three members from the congregation, a Board representative (non-voting) and a staff representative (non-voting). All members of this committee must be members of the Quimper Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. The committee addresses topics of a sensitive nature, so individuals who are not members of the committee need permission from the Committee Chair to attend meetings.

Terms: When practical, members of the Personnel committee shall serve no less than three-year staggered terms.

Committee Responsibilities:

    • Meet as needed to make personnel-related decisions.
    • Monitor the performance review process for all staff – initial and annual.
    • With input from the Minister and staff, and with Board approval, create or modify job descriptions as needed.
    • Address any difficulties or conflicts in the workplace referred to the committee.
    • Make recommendations for any personnel actions requested by the Minister.
    • Serve with members of the congregation, the Minister, and staff to interview and recommend candidates for hire.
    • Prepare recommended salaries and benefits for staff and minister(s) based on UUA Compensation Guidelines.
    • Work with the Board, the Minister, and the staff to prioritize staffing needs within budget constraints.
    • Recommend to the Board modifications to the fellowship Personnel
    • Policies consistent with UUA Personnel Policies, UUA Safe Staffing recommendations, and UUA Responsible Staffing Policies.
    • Ensure the fellowship is in compliance with federal, state and local government rules and regulations.
    • Research and propose personnel changes as needed, in terms of both positions and benefits.
    • Update the ​Employee Handbook​ as needed.

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      This page last updated April 25, 2024