The Fall 2017 Development Schedule is available on the OHR website. Workshops are open to all faculty and staff. Seats are still available in the following workshops: Critical Thinking and Decision Making (9/19) and Customer Service In Higher Education (9/28). In addition, two Financial Knowledge lunchtime workshops are being offered in partnership with our on-campus […]
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Fall 2017 Development Schedule is Now Available
The Fall 2017 Development Schedule is available on the OHR website. If you are waiting to complete a certificate: University Business, Workplace Professional, Financial Knowledge, or any other certificate check out the Fall class offerings. Register using the self-service option. If you have questions or an idea for future workshops contact Michele Hunt, michelehunt@towson.edu .
Complying with I-9 Requirements
New employees are not permitted to begin working without prior authorization from the Office of Human Resources. Supervisors are responsible for confirming that every new hire visits the OHR on or before the first day of work to complete Section 1 of the I-9 form, to ensure compliance with federal law. Supervisors should contact the […]
48th Annual Service Awards – Save the Date
The 48th Annual Service Awards Breakfast and Ceremony will take place from 9 – 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at SECU Arena. All award recipients and non-recipients need an electronic ticket to attend. No tickets are available at the door. Read additional event details including a list of recipients, which can be found on the right […]
Reminder – There Goes Another one! Sherry McKendry’s Retirement Reception is Friday.
Sherry McKendry is retiring after 27 years in the OHR. Please stop by AD 120 on Friday, February 24, between 2 and 4 p.m. to say good bye and good luck to her. We’ll have some light refreshments to enjoy. Please confirm your attendance with June Hindle via email to jhindle@towson.edu. Contributions to a gift […]
Complying with I-9 Requirements
New employees are not permitted to begin working without prior authorization from the Office of Human Resources. Supervisors are responsible for confirming that every new hire visits the OHR on or before the first day of work to complete Section 1 of the I-9 form, to ensure compliance with federal law. Supervisors should contact the […]
Retirement Reception for Sherry McKendry, Office of Human Resources
Sherry McKendry, Executive Assistant to the Associate Vice President of Human Resources, is retiring on March 1. She has been a member of the OHR team for over 27 years and has interacted with dozens of employees in that time. Please stop by AD 120 on Friday, February 24, between 2 and 4 p.m. to […]
Thanksgiving Holidays – Regular non-exempt staff
Towson University will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday from Wednesday, November 23, 2016, through Friday, November 25, 2016. Staff who are in departments which observe non-traditional work hours and schedules, or which perform essential functions, should discuss coverage with their supervisors. Below is a sample time sheet to use as a guide for the […]
Thanksgiving Holidays – Contingent II Exempt Staff
Towson University will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday from Wednesday, November 23, 2016, through Friday, November 25, 2016. Staff who are in departments which observe non-traditional work hours and schedules should discuss coverage with their supervisors. Below is a sample time sheet to use as a guide for the Thanksgiving holiday period. You must […]
Thanksgiving Holidays – Contingent II Non-Exempt Staff
Towson University will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday from Wednesday, November 23, 2016, through Friday, November 25, 2016. Staff who are in departments which observe non-traditional work hours and schedules, or which perform essential functions, should discuss coverage with their supervisors. Below is a sample time sheet to use as a guide for the […]
November Holiday Leave – 12-month Faculty, Regular Staff, and Librarians
On November 14 the holidays below were granted to all 12-month faculty, regular staff, and librarians; therefore, your holiday leave balance will appear higher than usual: Election Day November 8 (floating holiday) Thanksgiving Break November 23 (university holiday used on 11/23 when TU is closed) Thanksgiving Day November 24 (state holiday used on 11/24 […]
End of Year OHR Paperwork and Processing Dates
Below are important OHR paperwork and processing dates. The last Connections session of 2016 will be 12/14/16 Contingent & Regular request for offers must be received by 12/2/16 to start on 12/14/16; fingerprinting appointments must occur on or before 12/7/16 The first Connections session of 2017 will be 1/4/17 Contingent & Regular requests for offers […]
Open Enrollment ends today
The health benefits open enrollment ends today! Don’t miss the opportunity to enroll in benefits for the first time or make changes to benefits and/or dependents for the 2017 calendar year. If you were required to use the telephone system to enroll, place your call before 11:59 p.m. Benefit elections/changes cannot be made after this […]
Retirement reception for Carla Hall
Another one leaves the island! After 20 years at the Office of Human Resources, Carla Hall is retiring from TU. A reception will be held Wednesday, November 30, between 2:30 and 4:30 p.m. in AD 120. Please join us in wishing her the best for a well-deserved retirement.All are welcome to stop by to congratulate […]
Open Enrollment ends tomorrow
The health benefits open enrollment ends tomorrow! Don’t miss the opportunity to enroll in benefits for the first time or make changes to benefits and/or dependents for the 2017 calendar year. Visit TU Open Enrollment for more information and email any questions to openenrollment@towson.edu.
Benefits Bulletin: IRS Announces 2017 Retirement Plan Contribution Limits
The IRS recently announced there are no changes to the voluntary retirement plan contribution limits for the 2017 calendar year. See the guide below for plan types and amounts which remain in effect next year. Plan type Maximum employee contribution during CY 2017 401(k)/403(b) aggregate limit $18,000 457(b) $18,000 Catch-up contributions […]
The IRS increases the 2017 health care flexible spending account limit.
The State of Maryland Employee Benefits Division (EBD) has just announced they will increase the 2017 health care flexible spending account (FSA) limit from $2,550 to $2,600 in accordance with the change announced by the IRS. If you have already made the 2017 health care FSA election and want to increase to the new amount, […]
New leave correction form – easy to use to request changes!
The new Leave Correction Form has been created for regular and contingent faculty and staff who use the online time sheet system. Use this form to request a modification to either leave used or leave balances. Please follow the instructions below: Complete the form; sign and date (eSignature is acceptable). Have your supervisor review and […]
Open Enrollment ends soon
The health benefits open enrollment ends in one week! Don’t miss the opportunity to enroll in benefits for the first time or make changes to benefits and/or dependents for the 2017 calendar year. Visit TU Open Enrollment for more information and email any questions to openenrollment@towson.edu.
Staff Changes – Office of Human Resources
Navigating the workplace can be difficult. The Office of Human Resources is here to help. If you have questions or concerns about benefits, leave, professional development, goal setting, or other workplace topics, we can help. Visit our Contact Us page or reach out directly to an OHR representative. Additionally, the OHR has had several staffing […]
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