We’ve Moved!

May 2013

Central Office Human Resources has moved to a more “Grand and Central” location.

New COHR Staff Members

May 2013

We are pleased to announce the addition of two new HR Coordinators to Central Office Human Resources.

Payroll Centralization

May 2013

Payroll Services for Central Office employees is now centralized.

Time & Leave System Update

May 2013

Soon you’ll be able to obtain your leave balances on-line.

Financial Disclosure and Honoraria Reporting

May 2013

A reminder to file your Financial Disclosure statement and Honoraria Report.

Training Workshops

May 2013

As part of our annual professional development program, Central Office Human Resources offers targeted training opportunities to our staff members, in collaboration with the Professional Development and Learning Management Office and the NYC Citywide Training Center.

Retirement Plan Changes

May 2013

Employees enrolled in a CUNY retirement plan under the new Tier 6 may have noticed a higher retirement contribution rate on their April 4, 2013 check date.

Transportation Benefits & Options

May 2013

With the move to the new East 42nd Street location, now is an opportune time to explore the WageWorks commuter benefits or monthly parking program, and/or change your elections.

Voluntary Savings Plans – Universal Availability Notice

May 2013

Under the City University of New York’s Voluntary Savings Plans, you have an option to supplement your retirement savings by enrolling in a Tax-Deferred Annuity (TDA) Plan sponsored by CUNY.

I.T. Security Procedures and Policy

May 2013

IT Security plays an important role in protecting the privacy of personal information and data belonging to CUNY faculty, students and staff.

Changes in Taxes

January 2013

You may have noticed a difference in your January 10, 2013 paycheck. This is because the temporary reduction in the Social Security payroll tax rate (4.2%) for employees for the last two years expired on December 31, 2012

Upcoming Training

January 2013

In order to better assist leaders with the responsibility of evaluating their staff, Central Office Human Resources (COHR) and the Office of Professional Development and Learning Management (PDLM) have contracted with the Citywide Training Center of the New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) to facilitate four (4) half-day training workshops entitled “Conducting Effective Performance Evaluation Conferences” for this January 2013