Hybrid Work

Department Directors: Please use the Position Eligibility Criteria if needed to evaluate position eligibility for new Hybrid Work Agreement requests. Please contact Tori Anthony (Tori.Anthony@cityofpaloalto.org) if you have any questions.

Below are some resources that will be beneficial during your telework assignment Hybrid Work Expectations and Quick Start Guide Hybrid Work Best Practices

Employees must submit a Hybrid Work Agreement. By submitting this Hybrid Work Agreement, you acknowledge that you have read the Hybrid Work Policy 2-38 and agree to all items covered in the policy. Additionally, employees may request to borrow office equipment such as desk chairs, monitors, keyboards and/or other ergo equipment through the Equipment Loan form. Hybrid Work Agreement & Equipment Loan Form

Microsoft Teams is a great tool to use during the telework assignment. The quick start guide gives you a good overview of the application, major features and how to use it. Microsoft Teams Quick Start Guide If you need assistance with setting up Microsoft Teams on your computer, please contact IT at 650-329-2211

The resources below provide information in setting up your VPN and using your phone. How to Connect to Global Protect VPN Client AVAYA PC Phone Quick Reference Guide Disinfecting Electronics

Most of the City’s Hybrid workers tend to use laptops because they are light and mobile. But without proper set-up, laptops can never be ergonomically correct. Please use the “Work From Home Tips” to set up your laptop on a surface that will position you to work safely and comfortably. Please email Vanda McCauley if you have any questions. Work From Home Ergo Tips Posture Perfect Check List Key Commands Feel Good Stretches

If you have questions about Hybrid work, please contact HR by either email or phone: Email: HR@Cityofpaloalto.org Phone: (650) 329-2376 If you need troubleshooting assistance with your applications, please contact IT at: Phone: (650) 326-2211