UTech, Jamaica 2016-17 Annual Report

University of Technology, Jamaica ANNUAL REPORT 2016-2017 Page 124 Excellence Through Knowledge Staffing The total full-time staff of the University of Technology, Jamaica as at March 31, 2017 stood at 1348. This reflects a total academic to non- academic ratio of 1:1.5. Full-time Staff Category Total Percentages Academic Staff Academic 521 39% Non-Academic Staff Administrative 522  Technical 117  Ancillary 188  Total Non-Academic Staff 827 61% Grand Total 1348 100% Ratio: Academic: Non- Academic 1:1.5 Policies The following policies were approved by the University’s Council at its meeting held on March 20, 2017. y y The Revised Study Leave and Financial Assistance y y Fit and Proper HR Wellness The thinking behind the introduction of HR Wellness initiative is the promotion of a holistic approach/lifestyle among our employees. At the core of this initiative is – “One UTech, Jamaica, One Family – together we attain and maintain a healthy lifestyle.” HR Wellness Initiatives are geared towards much more than physical health and nutrition. They aim to provide the full integration of states of physical, mental/emotional and spiritual well-being. HR Wellness focuses on nine dimensions:; physical, Dr. Horace Williams Senior Director (Acting) Tenure ended November 30, 2016 Division of Human Resources & Administration