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July 17, 2020
Revised HR policies to go into effect late December, early January
As part of the HR business transformation, multiple Human Resources policies have been revised and will go into effect on December 20, 2020, and January 3, 2021, in alignment with the implementation of Workday. The policies have been revised to improve employee experience, better align business practices and support Enterprise Project activities.
May 17, 2019
Flexible Work Policy reminder
Flexible Work Policy 6.12 helps the university achieve a reliable and productive work environment that enables staff to balance work and personal needs. If you are interested in establishing a flexible work arrangement, work with your supervisor and review the policy for specific instructions.
March 27, 2019
Conflict of Interest reminder
Ohio State employees are subject to various conflicts of interest provisions under federal regulations, state law, and university policy. As a reminder, please make sure to review the Conflict of Interest and Work Outside the University policy 1.30.
December 14, 2018
Paid Leave Programs
Ohio State recognizes the importance of supporting faculty and staff as you balance career, personal and family life. As part of our total rewards package, the university provides paid and unpaid leaves to support employees. All paid leave offerings, eligibility and accrual is outlined in the Paid Leave Programs Policy.
October 1, 2018
Revised Paid Leave Programs Policy
To provide greater equity amongst Ohio State faculty and staff, the Paid Leave Programs policy has been revised on an interim basis, including changes to parental leave eligibility and vacation accrual for post-doctoral researchers and associated faculty.
September 25, 2018
Revised Workplace Violence Policy
As part of Ohio State’s ongoing commitment to providing a safe campus for faculty, staff and students, the Workplace Violence Policy has been revised to better define workplace violence and what to do in the event that a violent situation arises.
September 10, 2018
Revised Reward and Recognition Policy
The Reward and Recognition policy has been revised to align the policy language with the Expenditures Policy, and to ensure that the language is consistent with tax law.
October 20, 2017
Self-Disclosure of Criminal Convictions Policy edits
The policy has been edited to better align with the Activities and Programs with Minor Participants Policy.
October 13, 2017
Flexible Work Policy edited to incorporate information about taking classes
Flexible Work Policy 6.12 outlines all types of flexible work arrangements and the process for establishing a flexible work schedule.
June 15, 2017
Personnel Records Policy revisions
The Personnel Records Policy has been revised to align with the university’s shift from paper to electronic personal records, effective June 15, 2017.
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May 11, 2026
Honoring excellence: The 2026 Distinguished Staff Awards
Across Ohio State, 13 exceptional staff members are transforming the university’s mission into daily action through their commitment to innovation and collaboration. As the 2026 Distinguished Staff Award recipients, these individuals represent the pinnacle of excellence in everything that they do.
February 16, 2026
The power of purpose: How the Leadership Certificate Program is transforming campus leaders
At The Ohio State University, people leaders have access to resources that help them continuously grow as leaders. As part of this investment in excellence, the John Glenn College of Public Affairs and Ohio State Human Resources partnered in 2025 to launch a section of the Leadership Certificate Program for Ohio State employees.
January 16, 2026
Learn about the newly redesigned YP4H
Ohio State has launched a new Your Plan for Health (YP4H) wellness portal that offers more ways to explore wellness resources and earn rewards for the activities that matter most to you.
December 16, 2025
Ohio State honors 752 faculty and staff for milestone service
The Ohio State University celebrated long-serving employees at the annual Faculty and Staff Service Recognition Luncheon on Wednesday, Dec. 10. A total of 752 faculty and staff were honored this year for reaching milestone anniversaries, ranging from 25 to 55 years of service.
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June 18, 2026
HR Staff Recognized for Embodying Ohio State’s Shared Values
Five Ohio State Human Resources professionals have been recognized with 2026 HR Excellence Awards – highlighting how everyday contributions translate into meaningful impact that shapes workplace culture, strengthens leadership, fosters inclusion and ensures that faculty and staff have the resources they need to succeed.
June 17, 2026
Policy Reminder: Self-Disclosure of Criminal Convictions
The Ohio State University is committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for the campus community. The Self-Disclosure of Criminal Convictions Policy, 4.17 provides guidance and outlines responsibilities for self-disclosures.
May 1, 2026
Staff Professional Development Funds
If you are interested in pursuing professional development over the next year, apply for funds by June 1, 2026, at 5 p.m.
March 17, 2026
Revisions to Drug-Free Workplace Policy
The Ohio State University has revised the Drug-Free Workplace Policy, 7.30 to further clarify safety and standards across all work environments, including remote and on-call locations. Key changes include updated procedures for reasonable suspicion testing, new guidance on prescription drug accommodations and refined definitions.
March 3, 2026
Spring Learning Series on Retirement Living
A national retirement association, Association of Retirement Organizations in Higher Education, is offering a virtual learning series, “Charting the Journey to a Fulfilling Retirement"