Variable Work Hours: An Implementation Guide for Employers

Use “Variable Work Hours: An Implementation Guide for Employers,” published by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, to learn about non-standard (9-to-5) work schedules: including flex time, compressed work weeks, and staggered work hours. The guide describes the advantages of variable work hours, which include increased success with car pool, van pool, and other transportation alternatives; and increased employee satisfaction and productivity. The guide details steps to implement a variable work-hours schedule, gives example schedules, and lists resources to assist employers. Most of the information can be translated to other states; only the resources are specific to Oregon.