Human Resources
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Turkey Toss 2021 brings holiday cheer
More than 1,100 turkeys, 28 tofurkeys and 650 cutting boards were given to Vanderbilt University faculty, staff and postdoctoral fellows during Turkey Toss 2021. Also, more than 450 turkeys and tofukeys were donated to Second Harvest Food Bank. Read MoreDec 20, 2021
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Interest session for Latinx employee affinity group set for Oct. 26
A virtual event to discuss the formation of a Latinx employee affinity group is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 26, at 5 p.m. CT. The meeting will be conducted over Zoom. Read MoreOct 13, 2021
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Second interest session for Disability employee affinity group is Oct. 21
A virtual event to discuss the formation of a Disability employee affinity group is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 21, at noon CT. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom. Read MoreOct 4, 2021
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‘Forbes’ selects Vanderbilt University as one of Tennessee’s best employers
Vanderbilt University has been recognized by "Forbes" magazine on its 2021 list of Best Employers in Tennessee. Read MoreSep 16, 2021
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Upgraded website for EdAssist, university’s tuition benefit administrator, now live
The new website for EdAssist Solutions, Vanderbilt's tuition benefit administrator, is live. Vanderbilt University employees can now access their tuition benefits at the updated site. Read MoreAug 13, 2021
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Vanderbilt reinstates COVID-19 paid leave bank to support staff
Vanderbilt has reinstated the COVID-19 paid leave bank, which is available to eligible staff. The paid leave bank consists of a maximum of one week, which is 40 hours, of COVID-19 leave per employee, and is in addition to an individual’s current PTO accruals. Read MoreAug 12, 2021
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Vanderbilt releases remote and hybrid work policy and toolkit for managers, employees
A university working group has developed a remote and hybrid work policy for staff whose positions are eligible based on business needs. The policy is gradually being rolled out across participating units on campus. Read MoreAug 4, 2021
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Vanderbilt faculty examine 60 years of research, illuminates key trends in discrimination and diversity in the workplace
Professor of Management María del Carmen Triana and a team of researchers explored how research into diversity in the workplace has morphed over time and provided suggestions for Human Resources managers. Read MoreJul 8, 2021
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Vanderbilt gradually welcoming staff back to campus
With a majority of Vanderbilt faculty and staff now vaccinated against COVID-19, work and business units are gradually bringing staff back to campus. Dates for staff to return to campus are being managed at the local level. Staff with questions about returning to campus should consult with their manager or their HR consultant. Read MoreJun 30, 2021
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Vanderbilt extends COVID-19 vaccination leave policy
Vanderbilt University is extending its policy for employees to take time away from work to obtain a COVID-19 vaccination and/or to recover from the vaccine's side effects. COVID-19 vaccinations will be required for all members of the Vanderbilt community for the 2021–22 academic year. Read MoreJun 28, 2021
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Meet Vanderbilt University’s new human resources leader
Cleo Rucker says elevating the One Vanderbilt spirit of cooperation and collegiality across all departments is among his top priorities as the university's chief human resources officer. Read MoreMay 25, 2021
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Rucker named Vanderbilt University’s chief human resources officer
Cleo D. Rucker, who has worked over the past decade to build a strong workplace culture, support employee growth and meet organizational goals at Vanderbilt University, has been promoted to the new position of chief human resources officer. Read MoreApr 2, 2021
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Annual pay increase process returning in June
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier announced today that, beginning in early June, working units across Vanderbilt University will be able to resume annual pay increases for nonunion staff, effective with the July 2021 payroll cycle. Read MoreMar 29, 2021
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Vanderbilt University spotlights 2020 Service Award recipients
Vanderbilt University is honoring all employees who reached a service milestone anniversary during calendar year 2020. Read MoreFeb 24, 2021
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Interest session for new Neurodiversity Employee Affinity Group is Feb. 25
A virtual event to discuss the formation of a Neurodiversity Employee Affinity Group is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 25, at 5 p.m. CT. The goal of the listening session is to gather input, ask questions and offer suggestions about how a Neurodiversity Employee Affinity Group at Vanderbilt can best serve this community. Read MoreFeb 17, 2021
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Employees encouraged to update profile in Oracle to further career goals
Human Resources is excited to announce that “Job Search” and “Postings” have moved to Oracle Recruiting, and the new “Profiles” feature will help employees further their careers at Vanderbilt. Read MoreJan 11, 2021
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EDI, HR launch guidelines for Employee Affinity Groups
The Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, in partnership with Human Resources, has announced a new framework to establish, manage and sustain university-supported Employee Affinity Groups, which are designed to help foster a positive work environment at Vanderbilt and support the university’s values specific to diversity, inclusion and campus engagement. Read MoreDec 7, 2020
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Gender Affirmation Toolkit supports inclusivity for Vanderbilt employees
Vanderbilt University has launched the Gender Affirmation Toolkit to reinforce its commitment to providing a safe and inclusive working environment for all employees. The toolkit was developed in collaboration with the Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, Human Resources, the Equal Opportunity and Access Office, the Office of LGBTQI Life and other campus partners. Read MoreDec 3, 2020
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Vanderbilt University Turkey Toss set for Dec. 18
Turkey Toss, a longstanding Vanderbilt holiday tradition in which the university expresses thanks to faculty and staff for their hard work and dedication throughout the year, will look a little different for 2020. Read MoreDec 2, 2020
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Human Resources announces well-being initiatives
Vanderbilt University Human Resources announces new well-being initiatives for 2021. These will include campus and community resources to enhance faculty and staff members’ well-being. Read MoreNov 16, 2020