(1) The University may provide a mobile phone or other data enabled mobile device, or a mobile device allowance, to staff to facilitate official communications. (2) This policy governs the supply and use of mobile devices, and allowances, and applies to all users. (3) This policy is to be read in conjunction with the Delegations (Administrative) Policy, IT Acceptable Use of Resources Policy, Workplace Surveillance Policy, Privacy Policy, Records and Archives Management Policy and University Telephones web site. (4) For the purpose of this policy: (5) Information Technology and Digital Services (ITDS) manages all University purchases of mobile devices and services. (6) The relevant unit is responsible for all mobile allowances, fees, charges and call costs. (7) The use of mobile devices and services must be fair, reasonable and cost effective. (8) Devices purchased by the University remain University property regardless of the funding source. (9) The University records usage and call details for all devices on the University account, subject to the Workplace Surveillance Policy. (10) Breaches of this or related policies/procedures may result in the withdrawal of a device or allowance and/or employee disciplinary action. (11) Approving officers are responsible for: (12) Users are responsible for all activities associated with the device, and must: (13) To ensure the proper use of devices, users must: (14) Users should refer disputes regarding legitimate uses to the relevant approving officer. (15) In assessing which staff will be allocated a device or allowance, approving officers must be satisfied there is a genuine business need or other benefit to the University having regard to: (16) ITDS is responsible for providing all University devices and services. (17) Unauthorised staff must not enter into any communications plan on behalf of the University. Such plans will be cancelled, and the carrier will recover costs from the person who entered into the plan. (18) Access to non-standard services requires an approving officer's approval. (19) Staff may request an allowance in lieu of a device. The allowance is intended to cover reasonable business use, including the provision of the device. (20) Staff who use their personal device must ensure that they comply with the Privacy Policy and Records and Archives Management Policy in relation to the storage and security of University records. Securing the device with a passcode should also be considered to assist with securing University material. (21) Users who receive a mobile device allowance: (22) As the allowance will be paid through the payroll on a pre-tax basis, staff may wish to seek independent financial advice before requesting this allowance. (23) The allowance rate will be reviewed annually. Allowance rate changes will be passed on but not backdated. The University will adjust the allowance in line with tax or other legislative changes when the legislation takes effect. (24) Staff who leave the employment of the University: (25) If a staff member does not return a University device on leaving the University's employment, the University will lock the device and charge the employee for the device's cost. (26) Devices may be transferred between users. The approving officer must immediately inform the IT Service Desk of the new user's details. (27) If a device is no longer required by a unit, the approving officer must advise the IT Service Desk so the account can be cancelled. (28) If staff want to keep a mobile number that the University no longer requires, the approving officer may approve its transfer to their own account. The device remains the property of the University. (29) Requests to transfer numbers on or off the University account are to be submitted through the IT Service Desk. (30) Units and schools are to return all unused, unwanted, or broken University devices to ITDS for reallocation or recycling. (31) If support is required for a University-provided device, contact the IT Service Desk or refer to the MyIT Portal. (32) If staff receive a mobile device allowance, device support will be limited to information on the settings needed to access University resources. (33) Staff who have a University provided mobile phone must apply via the IT Service Desk for international roaming at least ten working days before they leave, and must make themselves aware of the services available, the increased costs, and any requirements necessary to use the device while travelling. (34) Users who receive a mobile device allowance are responsible for activating international roaming services through their provider and may claim reasonable additional costs through their business unit for business related usage during international travel.Mobile Telephony and Communication Devices Policy
Section 1 - Purpose and Context
Section 2 - Definitions
Top of PageSection 3 - Policy Statement
Section 4 - Procedures
Part A - Responsibilities
Approving Officers
Users
Part B - Criteria for Allocating Devices or an Allowance
Part C - Purchase of Devices and Connection Plans
Part D - Non-Standard Services
Part E - Allowances for use of Non-University Equipment
Part F - Termination of Employment
Part G - Transfer
Part H - Disposal
Part I - Support
Part J - International Roaming
Section 5 - Guidelines
Associated Information
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