Unemployment Compensation Policy

TBR Policy Reference: 5.01.00.20

Approved by: Dr. George Pimentel

Original Date Effective: 2021-10-15

Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to establish the criteria and process regarding unemployment compensation for employees at Jackson State Community College.

Policy/Guideline

Unemployment Compensation Contributions
1. The College hereby adopts the following policy on unemployment compensation contributions. The College shall be subject to the following:
  1. JSCC shall continue and maintain its election to make payments for unemployment compensation benefits on a reimbursement basis in lieu of contributions pursuant to T.C.A. § 50-7-405; provided that if the college can demonstrate a cost savings would result from contributions may terminate such election with the approval of the Chancellor.
  2. JSCC shall to the extent required by law, participate under the Tennessee Employment Security law as a single entity, and shall be responsible for its liabilities arising under the law.
    1. Reimbursement payments for unemployment compensation benefits should be paid to the Department of Employment Security within thirty (30) days of receipt of a valid bill for such benefits.
  3. JSCC shall be responsible for the prompt appeal of claims by persons who are ineligible or disqualified for benefits, and of incorrect and improper assessments.

Authority: T.C.A. §§ 49-8-203; 50-7-405