What role do part-time positions play in FTE calculations?

Part-time positions are averaged together in a way that allows them to contribute toward the calculation of Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) requirements. FTE represents the total number of full-time employees based on the hours worked by all employees, both full-time and part-time.

In practice, this means that the hours worked by part-time employees are aggregated to determine how many full-time equivalent employees they represent. For example, if a full-time position is based on 40 hours per week, and a part-time employee works 20 hours, that part-time employee would contribute 0.5 to the FTE calculation. By averaging the hours of part-time employees, organizations can accurately gauge their workforce capacity without excluding those critical contributions made by part-time staff.

This method of calculation is particularly useful in workforce planning, budgeting, and resource allocation. By considering part-time positions in this way, organizations can ensure they have a clear understanding of their staffing levels relative to full-time work expectations.