Independent Contractors

Campuses must comply with State/Federal laws and CSU policies regarding the proper classification of employees and independent contractors. Misclassification of a worker as an independent contractor can result in considerable wage and benefit obligations, financial penalties, tax consequences, and other liabilities.

For more information, refer to the . 

Department Responsibilities

In accordance with , all individuals will be considered β€œemployees” unless approved as Independent Contractors by University Personnel. Approval is required before work is permitted to begin. A current employee cannot be engaged as an independent contractor.

  1. Follow the guidelines on University Personnel | Independent Contractors Page.
  2. If approved/determined as an Independent Contractor by UP, proceed with onboarding and/or submitting a request via the . Please upload the completed to your request.

If not approved as an Independent Contractor by UP, workers must be hired as employees. Contact your staff recruiter to review the eligible classifications.