Human Resources

This site is designed to provide Kent State employees with easy access to relevant forms and policies, as well as the services and programs offered by Human Resources. Our goal is for you to find the information you need quickly and efficiently - whether you are a candidate, a new hire, a current employee or a manager.

The Division of Human Resources assists departments in attracting, motivating, developing and retaining talented individuals in a positive, diverse, healthy and safe work environment. Particular emphasis is placed on maximizing employee communications throughout the multi-campus system, enhancing the workplace climate and implementing technology solutions that streamline work and improve the delivery of services.

University Employee Separation Plan Information

Several documents have been created to help you plan for the departure of employees participating in the University Employee Separation Plan (UESP).

The Strategic Hiring Process Overview (pdf) summarizes various aspects of the plan including how to extend a UESP participant beyond June 30, 2017, and the process for requesting a replacement or new hire because of the vacancy created by the UESP.
Request a replacement or new hire form for an RCM Center or Regional Campus (pdf) because of the vacancy created by the UESP.
Request a replacement or new hire form (pdf) for all other units (not RCM Centers or Regional Campuses) because of the vacancy created by the UESP.
Benchmarking analysis (pdf)
Staffing benchmark matrix (pdf)

Watch the recorded webinar if you are interested in participating in the university's voluntary Employee Separation Plan. Return to this link after the live webinar to view the recording. Or you can view FAQs to learn more about the plan.

Professor Thomas Norton-Smith stands among KSU students

Employees

The Division of Human Resources commits to a distinctive Kent State by attracting, retaining, and developing a community of talented and diverse individuals.

Managers

The Management Tools page is designed to give you the resources required to effectively recruit, hire and manage employees within your department, division or unit.

Job Seekers

Talent Acquisition and Operations manages the hiring process and acts as a key resource for hiring managers to identify qualified candidates. The department also manages the recruitment process by providing competent staff for departmental hiring officials and career opportunities for candidates. Click on the link for more information

KSU employees take lunchtime exercise classes

University Benefits

Kent State University cares about our employees and their families, that is why we offer more than just a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits to full-time faculty and staff members and their eligible dependents. Click on the benefits and compensation link to learn more about KSU's total compensation.