Assignment Types in Oracle Fusion HCM

In Oracle Fusion HCM, “Assignment Types” are used to categorize different types of employment assignments or job roles that employees can have within the organization. Assignment Types help organizations define and manage various employment scenarios and roles for their workforce.

Here are the key characteristics and functionalities of Assignment Types in Oracle Fusion HCM:

1. Configuration: HR administrators can configure Assignment Types in the system based on the organization’s job structures and requirements. Each Assignment Type is associated with specific settings, such as employment category, worker type, pay basis, work hours, and other relevant attributes.
2. Employment Categories: Assignment Types are often linked to specific employment categories, such as regular employee, contingent worker, contractor, intern, etc. Each employment category may have its own set of rules and entitlements.
3. Worker Types: Different worker types may be associated with various Assignment Types, such as full-time employees, part-time employees, temporary workers, seasonal workers, and more.
4. Pay Basis: Assignment Types can be linked to different pay bases, such as hourly, salaried, or commission-based, to define how employees are compensated.
5. Work Hours: Some Assignment Types may have predefined work hours, such as standard hours per week or flexible work hours.
6. Termination Rules: Each Assignment Type may have specific termination rules that dictate how employment is ended for employees in that category.
7. Leave and Absence Rules: Assignment Types may also influence leave entitlements and absence policies for employees with different employment scenarios.
8. Integration with Core HR: Assignment Types are closely related to Core HR data and play a significant role in defining employee records and job assignments.