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PA Telework Program

Guides

The following guides can assist employees and supervisors with navigating the process to participate in the PA Telework Program, including having a discussion about telework, submitting and approving requests in ESS and completing required training. 

Eligibility

In order to telework on a permanent basis, you must:

  • Hold a position deemed eligible for telework by your agency 
  • Obtain approval from your supervisor

Contact your agency telework coordinator to find out if your position is approved, then discuss teleworking with your supervisor. 

Requests

If your position is eligible and your supervisor approves, you can submit a formal telework request in Employee Self Service (ESS) > Create Telework Request.

Please refer to the Guides section of this page for step-by-step instructions on how to submit and approve telework requests in ESS.

Training

Employees who will telework and supervisors of teleworkers must complete the following training courses in LSO (My Training) in Employee Self Service within three months of beginning permanent telework.

Employees

Required Courses for Employees

  • Teaming in Telework

Supervisors

Required Courses for Supervisors

  • Managing the Telework Journey (this is virtual training delivered by agency telework coordinators not available in LSO)
  • Managing for Results
  • Managing Telework Teams
  • Managing for Continued Excellence

Questions

Contact your agency telework coordinator with questions about your agency’s telework program. Your supervisor may also be able to assist you with telework questions.