Higher Education

Transform How You Manage Hourly Staff Across Campus

Modern Workforce Management for Higher Education

Higher education institutions manage a diverse, decentralized workforce. From campus security and facilities staff to administrative assistants and library teams, universities face ongoing challenges: complex scheduling demands, persistent turnover, work-life balance concerns, and a maze of administrative and compliance requirements. Nowsta delivers a purpose-built workforce management platform that enables colleges and universities to automate scheduling, streamline time tracking, and ensure compliance—while empowering hourly staff and controlling costs.

25,000+ teams trust Nowsta to power their workforce

Reduce manual scheduling time by up to 80%—freeing up time for departmental priorities

Achieve 95%+ shift coverage, even during peak periods and academic transitions

Cut administrative overhead on scheduling and compliance by up to 75%

Process accurate payroll for multiple departments up to 90% faster

Decrease attrition rates and improve staff retention with modern tools and flexible scheduling

Standardize workforce policies and practices across a decentralized campus

The Gold Standard in Higher Education Workforce Management

Nowsta is the technology backbone for modern colleges and universities. By uniting scheduling, compliance, labor insights, and communication on a single platform, Nowsta empowers higher education to create efficient, supportive environments for staff—so you can focus on academic excellence and exceptional campus experiences.

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Overcome Higher Education Staffing Complexities

Staffing in higher ed means navigating fluctuating student demand, variable academic calendars, decentralized departments, and a mix of hourly, part-time, and student staff. Outdated, off-the-shelf software can’t adapt to these realities. Nowsta’s platform replaces manual processes with flexible, intelligent scheduling designed around your institution’s unique needs.

Flexible Scheduling: Create and manage complex shifts with ease, factoring in academic cycles, student availability, and cross-department assignments. Nowsta adapts to last-minute changes, minimizing gaps and reducing time spent on rostering.

Real-Time Visibility: See staffing, attendance, and coverage across all departments from a unified dashboard. Instantly spot gaps—before they impact daily operations or student services.

Mobile Empowerment for Staff: Give hourly employees and student workers access to schedules, shift offers, hours tracking, and feedback tools—all from their mobile devices. Staff gain more control and flexibility, reducing burnout and improving morale.

Ensure Compliance and Simplify Administration

Universities balance tight budgets, diverse employment statuses, and constant regulatory changes. Nowsta automates compliance, supports multiple labor policies, and minimizes administrative burdens for HR and department heads.

Automated Time & Labor Tracking: Accurately record hours—even for staff working in multiple roles or departments. Customizable overtime, employment status, and pay rules ensure compliance with wage laws and institutional policies.

Streamlined Payroll & Reporting: Integrate timesheets from all departments, eliminate manual errors, and speed up payroll processing for non-exempt, student, and temp workers. Institutions see up to 90% faster payroll with dramatically fewer correction requests.

Standardized Policies Campus-Wide: Align scheduling, time tracking, and workforce procedures across a decentralized organization. Nowsta’s platform enables consistency, transparency, and easier policy enforcement—no matter how your institution is structured.

Invest in Staff and Enhance Campus Experiences

Supporting campus operations isn’t just about coverage—it’s about creating the conditions for staff to succeed and stay.

Smart Labor Alignment: Match staff to roles and shifts based on skills, certifications, and availability, ensuring student services and campus facilities always run smoothly. Built-in analytics highlight gaps and help align talent with university goals.

Support Work-Life Balance: Provide flexible scheduling and shift swapping to help staff manage multiple responsibilities—with fewer conflicts and reduced burnout.

Develop Career Paths: Use data-driven insights to identify training opportunities, improve job satisfaction, and build clearer paths to advancement. Investing in staff growth leads to greater retention and higher morale.