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- HR Staff Directory and Functional Contact List
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- Benefits Email: benefits@tamucc.edu
- Employment Email: employment@tamucc.edu
- Payroll Email: payroll@tamucc.edu
- HR Email: human.resources@tamucc.edu
Human Resources prepares a monthly newsletter that provides valuable information and resources that benefit you. Click here to read the recent newsletters. Several other areas within the Division of Finance & Administration also release newsletters with valuable information. Please visit the F&A website to learn more.
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi offers a wide variety of benefits programs and resources to its employees. The University is proud to provide access to high-quality benefits that support your professional and educational goals. The university encourages you to pursue higher education to enrich your lives and help Texas A&M develop the highest quality workforce.
NEW: Applications are accepted electronically. Click on the links below for more information.
TAMUS Doctoral Tuition Program
Dorothy Yeater Scholarship
The Staff Council offers this scholarship to support the academic achievement of staff members and the overall mission and goals of the University. A select number of full-time, benefits-eligible staff members will receive a SandDollar credit to be used at the Campus Store. The Scholarship selection is made by the Dorothy Yeater Memorial Scholarship Selection Committee.
Visit the website for application deadlines for each semester.
COMPYSCH
Programs usually offer in-person and telephonic counseling services and training, and have resources to help employees deal with all kinds of stressful issues from parenting to the death of a loved one to conflicts at work. Contact ComPsych Guidance Resources with the information below.
Website: http://www.guidanceresources.com
WEBID: TAMUS
Phone Numbers
- Active Employees – 1-866-301-9623
- Retirees – 1-833-306-0105
- Avoiding Burnout: Self-Assessment Methods and Strategies for Self-Care
- 4/4 | 9:00 AM | Register Here
- Initiating Difficult Conversations
- 4/18 | 9:00 AM | Register Here
- Gratitude: A Skill for Happier Living
- 5/02 | 9:00 AM | Register Here
- Engaging in Creative Play With Children
- 5/16 | 9:00 AM | Register Here
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi offers its employees a wide variety of benefits programs and resources. From our health plan options and wellness programs to our continuing education opportunities and competitive retirement plans. The University is committed to providing benefits that matter to you at each stage of your career. Visit the Benefits and Wellness web pages here.
TIAA
Register for TIAA’s live webinars. Learn how you can take action for a more secure future. Reserve your spot now or visit TIAA.org/webinars at any time to register. These webinars are part of your retirement plan benefits.
W2W - Start to Finish: The early career woman's guide to financial wisdom
When women are starting their careers, there’s a lot to consider—career goals, job satisfaction, achieving a work/life balance. But it’s important to also consider retirement. Discover how establishing a plan now can help build your financial future.
The Starting Line: Beginning to save for retirement
There’s no time like the present to save for the future. Sometimes it’s hard to think about retirement when you’re just starting out in your career. The truth is, that’s when thinking ahead can do the most good! It all starts with some practical knowledge.
We’ll help you get ahead of your retirement saving with some tools and information you can use right now:
• Learn the real effect of time on money thanks to compounding and dollar cost averaging1
• Understand debt and how to manage it
• See how budgeting can find money and help you save it
A periodic investment plan such as dollar cost averaging does not ensure a profit or protect against a loss in declining markets.
2nd.MD House Calls
Our webinar series gives you the ability to hear from our expert specialists on a variety of health topics. When you register, you will have the opportunity to submit questions for that month's specialist to answer during the live event. For more information on on-demand webinars, click here.
The Benefit Briefs newsletter highlights important Texas A&M University System benefit changes and information about your insurance and retirement plans. The Benefit Briefs archives are available if you need past information. For other Benefit Briefs topics and newsletters click here.
FMI: email benefits@tamucc.edu
Immigration Services at TAMU-CC has been moved to Texas A&M Immigration Affairs Shared Services. Effective September 1, all immigration employment matters (new and pending) should be submitted to immigration@tamu.edu or you can contact Immigration Shared Services at 979-862-1719. Human Resources is available to help through this transition. address and instructions. Make a copy and keep your receipt for tracking purposes.
W-2 Information for Electronic Accessday Laws.
- Employees, both current and former, will be able to access their W-2s online in Workday as follows: Access via the Pay Worklet in Workday
- Log into Single Sign-On at sso.tamus.edu using your UIN and password. Be sure to select the TAMUS UIN logo to sign in with your assigned UIN
- Click the Workday option.
- Click the “Pay” Worklet on the employee dashboard.
- In the “View” box click on “My Tax Documents”.
- Your W-2 will be listed on the next page for you to view and print as needed.
Access via the Employee Profile in Workday:
- Select the "Pay" category" in the blue sidebar of the employee profile.
- Select the "Tax Documents" tab to view the W-2 for tax year 2022.
Any questions regarding payroll deadlines should be directed to payroll@tamucc.edu.
SSO Log-On Issues
If you have trouble logging into SSO, follow the on-screen help or contact the Human Resources Office at 361-825-2630 to request a password reset. Be ready to provide
- name
- last four digits of your Social Security Number
- date of birth
- current email address for verification
An email can be sent to you with a temporary password, or one can be provided over the phone. At that time, you can log in to update your password and then retrieve your W-2 using the instructions above.
Any questions regarding payroll deadlines should be directed to payroll@tamucc.edu.
Screening applicants: best methods and handy tips
Screening applicants involves reviewing resumes and cover letters, verifying qualifications, and assessing the candidate's experience and skills. Effective screening can include phone interviews, assessments, on-site interviews, video interviews, background checks, and job trials. Regular evaluation of the screening process can enhance its effectiveness.
By Alexandras Marinaki | Resources for Employers
- Hiring proposals now require a minimum of three (3) references.
- Most of the references must come from current or previous supervisors.
- The ‘Confirm New or Rehire” step in the hire process will no longer be approved by HR unless the background check has been cleared.
- All departments/colleges are now responsible for making final offers to their candidates.
- The supervisor may designate someone else within the department to make the final offer if needed.
- Job descriptions must contain the following:
- At least three (3) functional areas
- Percent effort next to each functional area
- We have a new Talent Acquisition Analyst and with that a new department distribution.
- Please check out our page for the latest list.
- Updated new hire checklist for full-time employees, student workers, and graduate assistants.
- Updated recruitment manual
Please contact your Talent Acquisition Analyst for details.
Approve Time
Job Aids in Workday Services include learning hubs like Time Tracking, Absence, and more.
Job Aid of the Month
This job aid outlines the process for an Employee to edit their own payment elections outside of the onboarding process.
Payment Elections are separated into Payroll and Expense. Payroll represents the Employee’s paycheck. Expense represents reimbursement payments made to the Employee.
Note: To ensure that you receive all communication provided by the university during and after your employment, it is important for you to update your contact information.
This course is designed to introduce the Workday application to Employees within the Texas A&M University System. Topics covered include:
- Workday Basics
- Navigating Workday
- Employee Self-Service
- Workday Support
This is not a required course but highly recommended for new Employees who will use Workday to manage their human resources, payroll, and benefits needs.
SSO Password Reset
If you have trouble logging into SSO, contact the Human Resources Office at 361-825-2630 to request a password reset. Please have your name, your UIN, your date of birth, and your current email address for verification. An email can be sent to you with a temporary password, or one can be provided over the phone. At that time, you can log in to update your password and then retrieve your W-2 using the instructions above.
- 4/10 | Catapult Health Clinic |Dugan Wellness Center, 2nd Floor | REGISTER HERE
- 4/11| Catapult Health Clinic | Dugan Wellness Center, 2nd Floor | REGISTER HERE
- 4/24 | Service Awards | 1 PM - 3 PM | Anchor Ballroom