Use 2023 FSA Funds by March 15, Submit to HealthEquity by March 31

To help you make the most of your Flexible Spending Account (FSA), please note these upcoming deadlines. Employees with remaining funds in a 2023 Flexible Spending Account (FSA) have until March 15, 2024, to incur eligible claims and until March 31, 2024, to file claims for reimbursement for 2023. If you do not submit a claim by March 31, you will forfeit remaining funds per IRS guidelines. View FSA balances or submit claims in Workday’s Benefits and Pay Hub by selecting “My FSA/HRA/LSA (HealthEquity).”

Contact: HealthEquity Customer Service, 1-877-924-3967.

HR Focus News

Open Enrollment for 2025 benefits available in Workday

Open Enrollment for 2025 benefits is available in Workday now through November 15, 2024. Open Enrollment is the annual opportunity for eligible employees to evaluate benefit options and make elections for the coming year. For more about 2025 benefits, rates and informational webinars, visit the Open Enrollment website.

New Career Development Resources

Explore new career development resources and a framework to guide you towards your career aspirations. Learn how to accumulate experiences and better position yourself for a meaningful career journey.

Workday Notifications for Merit Increases

Merit notifications are being provided via Workday for the 2025 fiscal year to all Ohio State employees who receive a merit base pay increase and/or merit lump-sum amount. Your merit notification will specify if you are receiving a base pay increase, a lump sum increase or both. If you are not receiving a merit increase this year, you will not receive a notification.

Grow your skills, pursue new interests with LinkedIn Learning

With thousands of opportunities available through LinkedIn Learning, faculty, staff and students are expanding their knowledge, delving into a hobby or earning a certification.

New Benefits and Pay Dashboard in Workday

A new benefits and pay dashboard in Workday now makes it easier to access your most important benefits and pay information in one place. The new dashboard, called the Benefits and Pay Hub, combines the previous Pay and Benefits apps with more comprehensive details about your compensation history, recent paychecks, health benefits, and more.

Recent HR News

Introducing Leader Onboarding

To help leaders navigate their role effectively and with certainty, Human Resources has designed new resources for onboarding leaders.

EAP Support Sessions on Nov. 8

The Ohio State Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is offering walk-in group support sessions from 12 – 2 p.m. on Friday, November 8 at the Ohio Union.

Now more quickly hire and rehire graduate and lecturer roles

Enhancement are being made to the Workday hiring process to more easily and quickly hire and rehire specific campus graduate and lecturer positions, reducing the amount of work required to keep current talent who are already associated with the university.

Open Enrollment for 2025 benefits

Open Enrollment for 2025 benefits is November 1-15, 2024. Open Enrollment is the annual opportunity for eligible employees to evaluate benefit options and make elections for the coming year. For more about 2025 benefits, rates and informational webinars, visit the Open Enrollment website.

Policy Reminder: Tobacco Free

As a reminder, tobacco use on Ohio State property is prohibited, and it is important for faculty and staff to be aware of the policies and guidelines of the university and medical center