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Student Employment, Policy 10.10

The basis for student employment is to provide university students with financial support in pursuit of their academic goals, provide opportunities for them to gain job experience, and to help meet the needs of the university. The job duties and responsibilities of student employees vary greatly and may or may not be related to their […]

Flexible Work, Policy 6.12

The university recognizes the growing demands on staff and the increasing challenge of finding new and better ways to provide service and meet university goals. Workplace flexibility provides a way to successfully manage people, time, space, and workload. The university supports flexible work arrangements to achieve a highly productive work environment that enables staff to […]

Background Check, Policy 4.15

The university is committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for the campus community. The university can better promote safety and security by obtaining information produced by background checks. Federal, state, and local regulations may also require background checks for specific individuals and/or positions covered under this policy. The purpose of the policy is […]

Reemployment of Faculty and Staff, Policy 4.25

The university sets requirements for the reemployment of faculty and staff who have retired from the university, received a separation incentive/phased retirement from the university or when terminated in specific situations. Reemployment after retirement or separation is not an entitlement.

First Advantage Background Check

If you are a final candidate for a position or university employee, you may be required to have a background check, per policy 4.15. The university’s exclusive third party vendor is First Advantage, and you can complete it online through a link that will be sent to you directly from First Advantage.

Fingerprinting BCI/FBI Background Check

Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) and/or the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprinting background check services are conducted by appointment only at the Ohio State Office of Human Resources. Fingerprinting services are available for university employment purposes, when applicable, and participants in university programs that require a BCI/FBI background check, including but not limited to Education, Nursing, Speech and Hearing, Psychology, Social Work, Work Study, Child Care and activities/programs with minor participants.

Performance Improvement and Corrective Action

The primary goal of corrective action is to facilitate performance and behavior improvement, rather than to serve as a punitive action. When applied appropriately, corrective action sets clear standards for employees and warns of consequences for noncompliance.

Tuition Assistance

The Ohio State University is proud to provide access to high-quality benefits that support your professional and educational goals. The university encourages you to pursue higher education to enrich your lives and help Ohio State develop the highest quality workforce. These benefits, available to eligible employees, are part of the total rewards that come from working at Ohio State.

Retired Policies

Information on retired HR policies, along with related links where available.

Vacation and Sick Time Accrual

In Workday, all eligible Ohio State employees accrue vacation and sick time biweekly. Accrual rates for all position classifications are all based on 100% FTE so your individual amount will be prorated based on FTE.

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HR Focus News

May 27, 2025

Total Rewards Survey Results and Tuition Assistance Update

Results from Ohio State’s Total Rewards Survey are now available. This important feedback provides insight into the preferences and value faculty and staff place on various offerings as employees of Ohio State. This feedback is one part of the holistic process used to plan future investments in benefits and compensation over time.
May 7, 2025

New Manage Absence Experience in Workday

New desktop and mobile experiences in Workday now provide a more efficient and user-friendly approach to viewing and requesting time away from work. Manage Absence, replacing the current Absence worklet for employees, reduces clicks, enhances visibility and makes essential absence-related tasks easier to find.
April 29, 2025

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.
March 12, 2025

Buckeye Performance Campus Employee Training

Training is now available for campus employees of colleges and units adopting Buckeye Performance.
February 21, 2025

New Workday Notifications for Timely Business Process Approvals

Starting March 4, a new weekly notification from Workday will help reduce the number of overdue compensation transactions, preventing errors and delays that could impact employees.

Recent HR News

June 10, 2025

From Student to Leader: Caitlyn Hull’s Inspiring Journey at Ohio State

Inspired by her experiences as an Ohio State student, Caitlyn Hull turned her passion into a career in women’s health care at Ohio State.
May 20, 2025

Paid Time Off Policy Reminder and Mental Health Awareness

The Ohio State University is committed to fostering a supportive environment where faculty and staff can thrive. As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month this May, remember that the Paid Time Off Policy, 6.27 offers guidance and promotes the well-being of faculty and staff by helping to balance career, personal and family life.
May 20, 2025

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.
April 30, 2025

Ohio State Listening Survey

Ohio State is conducting the Ohio State Listening Survey to collect feedback from faculty and staff May 1-19, 2025. The survey builds on the 2024 Presidential Listening Survey and asks about your experience at Ohio State.
April 29, 2025

Workplace Violence Policy Reminder and Awareness

We all play a part in keeping the Ohio State community safe and it’s important to be prepared should a threatening or violent situation occur.

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