Direct deposit is convenient, saving trips to the bank; safe, avoiding lost or stolen checks; and fast, allowing immediate access to funds on payday. Direct payroll deposit was available on an optional basis to monthly employees in December 1985 and to bi-weekly employees in July 1988, with remarkable overall satisfaction. Fiscal considerations compelled the University of Houston System to adopt a policy of mandatory direct deposit of payroll checks on September 1, 1992.
Employees received a new direct deposit option on July 1, 1996. Multiple direct deposit was implemented so net pay could be direct deposited to up to four (4) different accounts. This includes checking or savings accounts at any bank, savings and loan, or credit union that is a member of the Automated Clearing House network. If you choose to have multiple direct deposits, the first, second and third direct deposit must be stated as a fixed amount per pay period. The fourth deposit will be 100% of your final net pay (after all deductions and any fixed amount direct deposits). You may use the multiple direct deposit options only if you have direct deposit for 100% of your final net pay. You may not have a combination of direct deposits and a paycheck!
Although it would be best if we had 100% participation in the direct deposit program, exemptions are allowed. See the UHS Direct Deposit of Salaries Policy for information regarding the qualifications for exemption from the direct deposit program. You must complete a Direct Deposit Authorization/Exemption form at hiring whether or not you wish to participate in the program. If you choose direct deposit, you will receive an earnings statement on payday. If you choose to be exempt from direct deposit, you will receive a check.
If you have any questions concerning direct deposit or multiple direct deposits, contact the Office of Human Resources at 281-283-2157. To obtain a form, you may pick one up in the Office of Human Resources located in the Bayou Building in Suite 1111 or print one from the link below. You may not submit forms by fax, but may return them to Human Resources through the mail (2700 Bay Area Blvd, Box 167, Houston, Texas 77058) or drop them off in person. Please follow the directions on the forms carefully. Failure to follow the directions may result in the delay of your initial direct deposit.
