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February 10, 2020

Bucks for Charity campaign raises nearly $1.3 million for local nonprofits

This year, more than $1.29 million was raised to benefit local nonprofit organizations through Bucks for Charity.
The James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute
January 31, 2020

Ohio State Wexner Medical Center No. 4 on employer diversity list

The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center has been honored as No. 4 on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity. This award recognizes the medical center’s commitment to inclusiveness and valuing the diversity of people and points of view with respect and fairness.
January 24, 2020

Career Roadmap current focus on cross-unit consistency, title recommendations

When launched in 2021, Career Roadmap will introduce a job catalog, pay ranges and career path visibility for Ohio State staff. The next phase in development is working to ensure consistent position mapping across all colleges and units.
Thompson Library in fall
January 1, 2020

Staff Career Development Grant online applications accepted until January 31

The Staff Career Development Grant provides staff an opportunity to further their growth and development. Eligible staff can apply for up to $1,250 for individuals, $1,750 for groups of 2-10 and $2,000 for groups of 11 or more towards professional development opportunities related to job and/or career goals.
October 9, 2019

Ohio State receives Employer Partner of Inclusion Award

In recognition of the university’s commitment to being an inclusive workplace, Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) has awarded Ohio State with a 2019 Employer Partner of Inclusion Gold Award.
campus scene
September 30, 2019

Ohio State named one of America's Best Employers for New Grads 2019

According to a recent list from Forbes and Statista, The Ohio State University is ranked fourth among best organizations for young professionals.
September 23, 2019

Make your 2019 Bucks for Charity pledge today!

Buckeyes are building a better community! Bucks for Charity is a simple way for faculty, staff and retirees to give to your favorite local nonprofit organization - conveniently one-time or through payroll deduction. Choose from over 250 central Ohio organizations that support a variety of causes.
September 18, 2019

Wexner Medical Center employee donates through Bucks for Charity to help improve patient care

When Buckeyes give through Bucks for Charity, they are supporting nonprofit agencies that help Ohio State faculty, staff and patients. Robert Weber, Wexner Medical Center pharmacy administrator, knows first-hand how his donation to the Charitable Pharmacy of Central Ohio (CPCO) impacts patients he serves at the medical center.
September 16, 2019

eTimesheet changes October 13

Beginning on October 13, 2019, everyone who uses eTimesheet to record time, including student employees, should record start time and end time, as well as time-out to lunch and time back in, if a lunch break is taken. Requiring users to record a lunch break ensures payroll accuracy.
September 16, 2019

UNCF funds Ohio State student’s education with the help of Bucks for Charity donations

There are many opportunities for Ohio State faculty, staff and retirees to support through Bucks for Charity, including education. United Negro College Fund (UNCF) of central Ohio, one of more than 250 participating nonprofits, helps advance education goals for college students, including students at Ohio State like Nathan Harris.

HR Focus News

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.

Manager Foundations: Getting Started with Technology

A training on Ohio State’s technology platforms, tools and resources is available to help people leaders use administrative technology to perform your work and manage employees. Managers, manager liaisons and administrative professionals can participate in the on-demand BuckeyeLearn training.

Expanded Career Resources in Workday

If you want to advance your Buckeye career, a new Workday internal career site has tools to help you easily navigate and apply for open opportunities across Ohio State.

Ohio State names new senior vice president of talent, culture and human resources

President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. has named Katie Hall as senior vice president of talent, culture and human resources, pending approval by the Board of Trustees. Hall has served as the interim senior vice president since last spring and has been with Ohio State for 24 years.

New retirement videos help current, new faculty and staff

Human Resources is introducing four new retirement videos to help new and current employees save for the future. New faculty and staff can learn more about selecting a mandatory retirement plan. Current employees can better understand their retirement plan and how to manage investments as well as learn about fees and how they impact your retirement savings.

Recent HR News

Tuition Assistance Enrollment Deadline

If you are seeking Ohio State’s Tuition Assistance benefit, applications must be submitted each term. Tuition assistance enrollment for summer semester 2024 is open until May 10, 2024.

Dr. Taru Saigal: Why Ohio State feels like home

Dr. Taru Saigal, a 2023 Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award honoree, knew she wanted a career that aligned with her passion for serving underrepresented minority patients. She also wanted her young family to be in a nurturing place. One institution with both qualities stood out prominently – Ohio State.

How $125 can improve your well-being and bring joy

With uses as varied as our employees are diverse, Ohio State’s Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) reimburses a wide range of activities and items to help bring joy and alleviate stress – like pet adoption, dance classes, car repairs, marathons, emergency child care, and so much more.

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.

From First-Gen Student to Presidential Staff Award- Robert Decatur’s path at Ohio State

Drawing inspiration from colleagues and students, Robert Decatur provides a comforting welcome to new undergraduates, telling them Ohio State is full of talented people with their hearts in the right place and an abundance of resources.