The Commissioner of Insurance or the Commissioner of Workers’ Compensation may authorize an employee to telework to address a lack of available office space for the agency or to provide reasonable flexibility that enhances the agency’s ability to achieve its mission.
See Texas Government Code 658.011.
General
Employees participating in the program are subject to all TDI policies and procedures regardless of their work location, including Work Hours and Locations, Telework Program, and Mobile, Telework, and Network Security policies.
Teleworking employees are prohibited from conducting in-person business at the employee’s personal residence.
Criteria
To participate in the telework program:
- An employee must have a demonstrated ability to work independently, establish priorities, and manage his or her time.
- The position job description must clearly define job functions and measurable performance standards.
- The position job functions must include measurable tasks or projects.
Approvals
Employees are required to complete the Telework Authorization form with all applicable signatures.
An employee’s eligibility and authorization to telework will be reviewed and renewed annually by completing a new Telework Authorization form.