Staff Recognition Programs

UT Austin offers several programs for recognizing outstanding employee performance and longevity.

Staff Service Award Program

This program acknowledges the contributions of eligible non-teaching employees to the continuing success of the University by recognizing their length of service. A campus-wide program is sponsored by the University to recognize these loyal and committed employees.

Staff Excellence and Outstanding Supervisor Awards

This program honors and recognizes the invaluable contributions of eligible non-teaching staff and supervisors who have had a significant impact on the University. Thirty (30) staff members and two (2) supervisors are selected annually to receive $1,500 awards.

Exemplary Service Award

This program allows managers and supervisors to nominate eligible non-teaching employees for up to thirty-two (32) hours of administrative leave per fiscal year based on their performance of specific services or activities that demonstrate truly exemplary performance.