What We Do
Welcome to the Division of People, Culture and Belonging
We look forward to assisting you! Please read below for a list of our departments and their functions. If you require further assistance, please call 330-672-2100 or email people@kent.edu.
Compensation
330-672-8668 | compensation@kent.edu | Heer Hall, 635 Loop Road Ñý¼§Ö±²¥, OH 44242
- Classified and unclassified pay policies and programs
- Staff promotions and pay changes
- Staff supplemental pay
- Independent contractor review for eligibility
- Classified position audits (Position Description Questionnaire PDQ)
- Job description revisions and creation
- Salary recommendations for unclassified positions
Division Administration and Strategic Initiatives
330-672-2442 | 1125 Risman Drive Ñý¼§Ö±²¥, OH 44242
- Large-scale projects and university-wide events
- Employee engagement, climate, and exit surveys
- Employee-focused assessment and research
- Administrative support to the Vice President
Employee Benefits and Wellness
Employee Benefits Website | 330-672-3107 | benefits@kent.edu | Heer Hall, 635 Loop Road Ñý¼§Ö±²¥, OH 44242
- Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Qualifying life event changes
- Leaving the university; CapTRUST@Work, continuation of coverage (COBRA), retirement, final sick and vacation payouts
- 403(b)
- 457(b)
- 457(b) Ohio Deferred Comp
- Family medical leave act (FMLA)
- Paid parental leave
- Disability leave
- Workers' compensation
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Employee Wellness program
- Payout of Incentive Points
- Telecommuting and Flexible work arrangements
- Tuition fee waivers – processing and deadlines
Employee and Labor Relations
330-672-7197 | erelations@kent.edu | Heer Hall, 635 Loop Road Ñý¼§Ö±²¥, OH 44242
- Train supervisors in employee management
- Investigate and execute disciplinary actions
- Labor relations for AFSCME-represented employees.
- Performance management and Performance Improvement Plans
Equal Opportunity and Compliance
Equal Opportunity and Compliance Website | 330-672-2038 | compliance_equalopp@kent.edu | Heer Hall, 635 Loop Road Ñý¼§Ö±²¥, OH 44242
- Provide information, consultation, and guidance on equal opportunity, harassment prevention, and discrimination.
- Provide confidential counseling for harassment and/or discrimination concerns.
HR Records
330-672-8316 | hr-records@kent.edu | Heer Hall, 635 Loop Road Ñý¼§Ö±²¥, OH 44242
- Day-to-day maintenance of staff data into the HRIS system, Banner.
- Process classified & unclassified personnel actions and ensure proper payment, including; new hires, job changes, appointment renewals, supervisor changes
- Manage staff employment records from hire through separation by workflows; ETW, NOS, AdobeSign, AppXtender
- Flashline leave reporting and process leave of absences for staff.
- Policy guidance regarding leave of absence (sick leave, vacation leave, bereavement leave, jury duty)
- Employment verification and prior state service records
- Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) employment verification
- Maintain unemployment claims for the University
- Departmental and state HR reporting data
- Banner and workflow security administration and HR data steward
Learning, Engagement and Belonging
330-672-2442 | 1125 Risman Drive Ñý¼§Ö±²¥, OH 44242, Heer Hall, 635 Loop Road Ñý¼§Ö±²¥, OH 44242
- Learning opportunities for personal, professional, and institutional growth
- New Hire Orientation
- Trainings and workshops for individual contributors, supervisors, and managers in creating a culture of care and building more effective teams
- Consultation for individual and team needs and discuss possible resources and next steps
- Coach individuals around professional growth and supervisory skills
- Employee engagement and outreach
- Employee milestone program and 20-year club
- Faculty Staff News Now
- Support employee resource groups (ERGs)
- Assist Staff Council
Talent Management
330-672-5627 | employment@kent.edu | Heer Hall, 635 Loop Road Ñý¼§Ö±²¥, OH 44242
- HR Business Partners
- Search committee and onboarding guidance
- Talent immigration procedures
- Pre-employment processing; new hire paperwork, background and reference checks, and offer letters
- Performance management for non-bargaining employees
- Career development coaching