About Human Resources

Mission

The mission of Human Resources at Waterloo is to foster effective employee policies, excellent management practices and a positive work environment for our campus community. 
 

The Basic Principles of the Waterloo Workplace

The Basic Principles of the University of Waterloo workplace outline the University’s philosophy on maintaining a constructive workplace through open and clear communication.  
 

1. Focus on the situation, issue, or behaviour, not the person.
    
2. Maintain the self-confidence and self-esteem of others.
    
3. Maintain constructive relationships.
    
4. Take initiative to make things better.
    
5. Lead by example.
    
6. Think beyond the moment.

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