Pacific Lutheran University is committed to providing a comprehensive program of higher education. The university recognizes that the people who comprise its faculty and staff are central to achieving this objective. In order to assure that employees are recognized and rewarded within the constraints of its financial resources, the university supports a pay system that:
- Is compatible with and supportive of the university’s goal to provide a comprehensive program of higher education.
- Is designed to attract, retain and reward people who are knowledgeable about and committed to the university’s mission and goals and who are capable of achieving performance objectives within the university environment.
- Allocates compensation in a fair and equitable manner, reflecting excellence in both individual and group performance.
- Provides compensation levels consistent with the employee’s contribution to the university’s mission and goals.