Staff Career Progression Policy

Swarthmore College is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and equity for all staff by committing to fair and equitable employment practices, including those related to promotional and position opportunities. The following policy has been developed in order to ensure standardized guidelines and set expectations.  

Twice a year Human Resources will evaluate promotions, reclassifications, title changes, and compensation adjustments through the career progression cycle. A Staff Career Progression form, a resume for employees hired prior to 2018 (a resume is requested to ensure an equitable compensation review. Employees do not need to create a new resume for this purpose, rather the supervisor may submit the resume used at the time of hire), an updated position description, and an organizational chart are required to be completed and submitted for consideration. All requests must follow the guidelines outlined in the Staff Career Progression Guidelines.

Final approval will be determined by Human Resources following consultation with the appropriate President’s Staff member.