April 2023 _ HR website redesign and new links:
Our employee benefit program provides significant services and support to you and your family. These benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; life and long-term disability insurance; generous paid time off; tuition remission; and robust retirement options. Please use the links in the right-hand column to access information about the many benefits that apply to your position at the University.
NOTE: University benefits may differ based on collective bargaining agreements (union). This webpage can help you determine your bargaining unit.
<Main HR – Faculty and Staff Tab>
https://www.umass.edu/hr/careers/resources-new-employees
<Resources for Employees>
https://www.umass.edu/hr/benefits-and-pay/human-resources-employee-service-center
<Employee Service Center>
The Human Resources Employee Service Center provides in-person assistance to employees with questions about benefits and payroll, no appointment needed.
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday, 8:30 – 5:00; Thursday 10:00 – 5:00.
Center is closed on holidays and during emergency closures unless otherwise noted here.
Contact: Benefits
- Email: askHR@umass.edu
- Fax: (413) 545-0483
- campus map
Address: UMass Amherst Human Resources, 181 Presidents Drive, 325 Whitmore Administration Building, Amherst, MA 01003
Employment Verifications – please use The Work Number
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https://www.umass.edu/worker-ed/
Building Bridges Worker Artists
https://www.umass.edu/worker-ed/bbshowcase2023
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- View a full list of our partners here
Collective Bargaining Agreements
Many positions on campus are covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Collective bargaining agreements are available online here.
https://www.umass.edu/hr/training-and-support/hr-colleagues-network
https://www.umass.edu/hr/benefits-and-pay/classification-and-compensation
https://www.umass.edu/hr/benefits-and-pay/work-life-events
https://www.umass.edu/hr/training-and-support/flex-work-umass
https://www.umass.edu/hr/training-and-support/workplace-bullying
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