1) 100% direct sponsored grant funded = Please attach an updated job description for backfills and the JD + org chart for a new position. These requests will typically be approved.
2) Approval for all other staff positions require an exception. Approval of exception requests are extremely limited. A letter or PDF export of an email from your Dean or Vice Provost describing the need for the exception should be attached along with an updated job description for backfills and the JD + org chart for a new position.