Time and Effort Compliance Policy

Policy Information
Policy Type Human Resources
Policy Number: 6.2.7
Date Policy Issued: August 26, 2025

Policy Owner: Chief Human Resource Officer

Policy Statement:

This policy ensures that Manhattan Area Technical College (MATC) complies with federal and state requirements regarding time and effort reporting for all personnel whose salaries or wages are funded, in whole or in part, through externally sponsored grants, contracts, or agreements.

This policy applies to:

  • All employees whose compensation is paid, in full or in part, from federal, state, or external grant funds.
  • All departments and units that manage or oversee grant-funded projects.
Policy Rational:

The policy supports accurate and consistent documentation of time worked on sponsored projects to prevent mischarging and to safeguard institutional integrity. 

MATC requires all grant-funded personnel to comply with time and effort reporting standards to ensure:

  • Salaries and wages charged to sponsored programs are supported by accurate records.
  • Certification is based on actual work performed.
  • Records are consistent with the percentage of effort committed in the approved grant or contract.
  • Compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200.430).
Policy Updates & Revision History

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