Careers at Ohio State - Human Resources at Ohio State

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Together, we’ll create meaningful impact at a scale few others can match.

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…if you are a current employee or student

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Job spotlight: Ohio State offers a wide range of impactful, purpose-driven roles. If you are interested in some of our critical-need roles, search for terms landscape, security or dining when looking for jobs.

Explore our extensive benefits

Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.

Work-life:

Flexible and remote work arrangement opportunities where applicable, childcare program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events.

Retirement:

State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans.

Health:

Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming.

Time off:

Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays. Short and long-term disability options also available.

Financial:

Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners.

Wellness:

Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.

Connect people, ideas and resources

The future is not only what you dream about; it’s what you create. Buckeyes are advancing excellence and inspiring people to join in and take action.

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Empower people to learn and grow.

The diversity of our community is a defining characteristic and an essential source of institutional strength.
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Collaborate, contribute and get involved.

We live our shared values to advance our core work of teaching, learning, research and service.
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Many campuses. One Ohio State.

Ohio State’s campuses provide enriching educational experiences, and the 88 Ohio State Extension offices contribute to communities in every Ohio county.
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Make Columbus home.

The Columbus campus is located in Ohio’s capital city, which is the fastest-growing city in the state and one that invites and embraces cultural and economic diversity.

Lead with purpose

Buckeyes put knowledge into practice and create meaningful impact on a scale few can match.

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Ohio State voted on ColumBEST list of top employers

(614) Magazine’s ColumBEST reader-voted awards have named The Ohio State University as a top employer with more than 500 employees. Ohio State has been included on the top three list for 12 consecutive years in the special edition of the local Columbus magazine that recognizes the very best our city has to offer.
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Mental Health Resources & Programs for Employees

Mental Health Awareness Month focuses on prioritizing emotional well-being, reducing the stigma of mental health and increasing access to resources. The workplace plays a vital role in overall health and well-being, and Ohio State is committed to fostering an environment where employees feel supported.
Learn more about the programs and resources
2025 Distinguished Staff Award recipients with President Ted Carter

Exceptional Ohio State staff recognized for achievements

Driven by genuine enthusiasm for their work and its purpose, 13 outstanding staff members who innovate, connect, celebrate community and live the university’s Shared Values are being recognized with The Ohio State University’s highest recognition for staff.
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The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Screen reader users will encounter difficulty with the Workday job application site. For assistance with applying, please contact hrconnection@osu.edu or 614-247-myHR (6947).