| Practice Directive # | UWEC 246 |
| Division | Finance and Administration |
| Department | Human Resources |
| Contact | Executive Director of Finance & Administration | humanresources@uwec.edu |
| Effective Date | October 1, 2023 |
| Revision Date | October 1, 2024 |
Authority
State of Wisconsin | Wis. Admin. Code ER-MRS §§24.04, Standards of conduct; Wis. Admin. Code UWS § 8.03, Nepotism
UW System | RPD 20-22, Code of Ethics
Objective
This practice directive and related procedure addresses the potential for conflict of interest when a UW-Eau Claire employee is involved in the hiring decisions and/or management or supervision of applicants or employees to whom they are related or with whom they have a close personal relationship.
Statement
Mitigating the risks associated with nepotism plays a crucial role in ensuring transparency and fairness at UW-Eau Claire. By prohibiting favoritism or undue preference in hiring and promotion processes promotes a level playing field for all qualified individuals. Mitigating these risks also enhances public trust and maintains the integrity of UW-Eau Claire, ultimately contributing to our reputation for Excellence.