Employee type describes the employment relationship between an employee and York University. Employment type is attached to the record of an employee and it is derived from the contract type of the position they hold. Employee type determines compensation and benefits for the role.

There are two types of employees: regular and temporary status employees. Both types may work full-time or part-time hours.

• A regular employee has an employment relationship that has no fixed end date. If a regular employee accepts a temporary position, which is called a secondment or limited-term appointment, they remain a regular employee.
• A temporary employee has an employment relationship that is not permanent but has a fixed end date or will end upon the completion of a project or task. If a temporary employee accepts a regular position, they become a regular employee.