New Job Examination Announcements
2025 Minimum Wage Increase for Student Assistant Employees
The Minimum Wage for student assistant employees will increase from $15.00 to $15.50 per hour, effective December 19, 2024.
All student assistant employees currently paid below $15.50 will receive an automatic wage increase to the new minimum and no action is necessary.
December Wellness Calendar
The Office of Mental Health offers all employees an opportunity to practice various coping skills and strengthen their resilience through OMH Wellness Groups, which aligns with OMH’s vision of supporting a healthy workplace environment. The groups include deep breathing and simulation exercises to allow employees to practice rather than have group discussions. Group sessions offer a warm, inviting space that fosters relaxation virtually and provides examples of calming techniques and basic coping skills.
Holiday Pay Date
In observance of New Year's Day, we are pleased to announce that payroll will be distributed ahead of schedule. Your payments will be available on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, in recognition of this important holiday.
Posted: 12/03/2024
2025 NYSHIP Option Transfer Period, Dependent Status Updates, Opt Out Program & Tax Change Election Period
2025 NYSHIP Option Transfer Period, Dependent Status Updates, Opt Out Program & Tax Change Election Period
The university has received notice that the health insurance rates for 2025 have been established. The deadline for changing health insurance options is December 31, 2024.
SUNY Voluntary Savings Plan 2025 Universal Savings Plan Notice
The State University of New York (“SUNY”) provides employees with the opportunity to save for their retirement through the SUNY Voluntary 403(b) Savings Plan (the “Plan”). Participation in the SUNY Voluntary Savings Plan is a great way to build your retirement savings through pre-tax and/or post-tax payroll deduction contributions.
November Wellness Calendar
The Office of Mental Health offers all employees an opportunity to practice various coping skills and strengthen their resilience through OMH Wellness Groups, which aligns with OMH’s vision of supporting a healthy workplace environment. The groups include deep breathing and simulation exercises to allow employees to practice rather than have group discussions. Group sessions offer a warm, inviting space that fosters relaxation virtually and provides examples of calming techniques and basic coping skills.
2025 UUP PEP Announcement
The 2025 Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP) allows eligible employees represented by UUP to exchange vacation leave for a credit to be applied toward their health insurance premium. The PEP Credit will be applied to biweekly paychecks issued between January 1st and December 31st of 2025.
The enrollment period for the 2025 calendar year is from November 1, 2024 to December 09, 2024.