What should an employee do if they have health concerns? (Updated: 08/06/2020)

August 6, 2020

As always, employees should contact Human Resources to determine if his/her situation is subject to the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or as a reasonable accommodation under the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).

What will happen if someone in the classroom tests positive for COVID or displays symptoms of an illness? (Updated: 10/22/2020)

NWFSC is following local health guidelines provided by the Florida Department of Health (DOH) in Okaloosa County, which are informed by the Center for Disease Control (CDC). Any employee or student showing signs of illness should leave the campus immediately and return home to self-monitor.   Per the DOH, if an individual tests positive for COVID and DOES NOT show symptoms,… View Article

Who is responsible for cleaning workstations, classrooms, and computer labs? How often? (Updated: 08/06/2020)

ABM, the college’s custodial contractor, will clean college facilities each scheduled work shift.  High traffic classrooms and computer labs will be cleaned additionally at the Niceville campus where staff is available.

If I have questions not addressed here, whom do I contact?

March 18, 2020

Questions should be first directed to your supervisor. Campus safety and security concerns may be directed to Chief Aaron Murray at (850) 729-5260 or by emailing murraya8@nwfsc.edu. Human Resource questions may be directed Roberta Mackey by calling (850) 729-5365, or by emailing humanresources@nwfsc.edu.

What assistance is available to help me cope with the emotional impact of a COVID-19 outbreak?

NWFSC employees needing assistance coping with the emotional impact of COVID-19/Coronavirus, please contact Pattison Professional Counseling at (850) 863-2876 or (850) 682-1234.

I currently have a NWFSC-sponsored Florida Blue medical plan. Will my plan cover medical expenses associated with treatment for COVID-19?

Yes, NWFSC-sponsored Florida Blue medical plans will cover medical expenses associated with treatment for COVID-19/Coronavirus.

If my children are home, can I take vacation or sick time to be home with them?

Vacation and personal time can be used for time off due to childcare needs. However, the use of sick leave is guided by NWFSC Board of Trustee Policy HR 18.00 and is reserved for employees unable to perform his/her duty because of personal illness or illness/death of a family member. Please review any concerns with… View Article

Are employees able to continue working remotely? (Updated: 08/06/2020)

Employees who request to work remotely must have an approved accommodation on file and have completed a Telecommuting Agreement form. For more information, please contact Human Resources at 850-729-5337.