Compensation & Benefits
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We are committed to providing our faculty, staff, and graduate employees with comprehensive and competitive compensation packages designed to attract, retain, and reward the outstanding talent that drives our university's success. Our benefits are tailored to support your health, financial well-being, and professional development, ensuring that you can focus on making a difference in education, research, and community engagement. Explore how we invest in our people through a wide array of benefits, from health and retirement plans to educational opportunities and more.
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paid health, dental
and vision coverage
8-15
hours per vacation a month
(depending on employee type)
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hours sick leave a month
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paid holidays
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tuition reduction
The above numbers are based on full-time regular employment.
Health & Life Plans
Oregon State University offers comprehensive health and life insurance plans for employees, including various medical, dental, and vision options, as well as mental health resources. Basic life insurance is provided at no cost, with optional additional coverage available. Additional benefits include a Health Engagement Model to promote wellness and Travel Assist for support during travel. For more details, visit the UHR Benefits site to learn more about health and life plans.
Retirement Plans
OSU offers retirement plans such as the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) for eligible employees. Employees can choose between defined benefit plans like PERS, which includes tiers and an Individual Account Program, or the defined contribution ORP, managed through providers like Fidelity and TIAA. Additional voluntary savings options, including the Tax Deferred Investment 403(b) Plan and the Oregon Savings Growth 457 Plan, are available to help employees save for retirement. Employees can access personalized retirement counseling and participate in workshops to support their financial planning. For more details, visit the UHR Benefits site to learn more about retirement plans.
Lifestyle Benefits
Oregon State University offers a range of Lifestyle Benefits through Corestream, providing employees with access to specially negotiated group rates on various insurance plans and discounts. These benefits include accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, auto, home, and pet insurance, as well as a discount shopping suite. Employees can enroll in accident, critical illness, and hospital insurance during the annual open enrollment period, while auto, home, and pet insurance can be enrolled in at any time. These benefits are employee-paid through monthly payroll deductions, making it easier to manage finances. Visit the UHR Benefits site to learn more about lifestyle benefits.
Time Off, Holidays, & Leaves
OSU provides employees with a comprehensive holiday schedule, including paid time off for 10 holidays. Faculty and staff accrue vacation and sick leave based on their employment status, with options for personal leave and compensatory time also available. The university supports protected leaves such as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA), ensuring employees can balance work and personal needs. Visit the UHR Benefits site to learn more about time off, holidays & leaves.
Mental Health Support
OSU offers extensive mental health support for employees through various resources, including health plans and access to mental health professionals and workshops through the Employee Assistance Program Lyra Health. The university also promotes well-being with resources like workshops, peer support groups, and online tools available to the entire OSU community. Visit the UHR Work, Life, and Wellness site to learn more about mental health support.
Tuition Reduction
OSU offers a staff fee reduction that provides eligible employees significant tuition discounts, allowing them or one family member to enroll in courses at OSU or other participating Oregon public universities at just 30% of the resident per credit hour undergraduate tuition rate. This benefit covers up to 12 credit hours per term and supports professional development and lifelong learning. Eligibility requires a minimum employment status of 0.50 FTE and continuous employment throughout the term Visit the UHR Benefits site to learn more about tuition reduction.
Professional Development Support
OSU provides professional development support through workshops, online courses, and certificate programs tailored to enhance career skills for students and employees. Faculty and staff can access resources such as LinkedIn Learning, professional faculty/instructor development funds, and tuition reduction at public Oregon universities alongside many other opportuniies. Visit the UHR Learning & Development site to learn more about professional development support.
Employee Perks & Discounts
OSU employees enjoy perks like discounted tickets to athletic events, cultural performances, and local attractions through university partnerships. Faculty and staff receive access to staff tuition reduction, wellness benefits, including free or reduced-cost memberships to the OSU Recreation Center and fitness programs. Additional discounts on technology, dining, and professional development opportunities are available to enhance the employee experience at OSU. Visit the UHR Benefits site to learn more about employee perks and discounts.
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