Welcome to Utah State University!
Starting a new job is an exciting journey, but we understand it can also feel overwhelming with so much to learn. To make your transition smoother, we've organized the essential information you need into clear, time-based sections.
This step-by-step approach ensures you receive the right information when you need it, helping you feel confident and connected from day one. Welcome to USU — we’re glad you’re here!
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We also have resources for those moving to Utah, new to higher education, or working in part-time positions. If any of these apply to you, be sure to check out the following pages:
Answers to Common Questions for New Employees
For security purposes, we use an Aggie number (A-number) to identify students and employees throughout their time at USU.
We use a 2-step login process to access systems that may store personal information. To access those systems, you will need to setup Microsoft MFA.
If your start date falls between the 1st and the 15th, your first paycheck will be the following 25th. If your start date falls between the 16th and the end of the month, your first paycheck will be the following 10th.
Note: If the 10th or 25th falls on a weekend or holiday, deposits will be made on the previous business day.
Set up direct deposit by following these instructions.
As a new employee in a fully-benefited position at USU, you are eligible for many great benefits. In addition to your annual salary, the approximate value of your benefits package is 45%. All benefits and coverage are effective on the date of hire.
To learn about USU's benefits, you will be enrolled in a "USU Benefits" training in the university's learning manager, Learn Blue. You may also go to the USU benefits website to review all of your benefit options.
Please contact the HR office with any questions or concerns (435) 797-0122 (HR Solutions Center) or hr@usu.edu
Within 30 days from date of hire, you must complete your benefit enrollment form through our ServiceNow System. If you are planning on adding eligible dependents to any of your coverage, you will want to have proof of dependency documentation ready to upload to the form.
Depending on your retirement plan, you may need to set up an account online with the retirement vendor of your choice. This will allow you to do things like access your statements or make investment changes. NOTE: New employees who were previously enrolled in the Utah Retirement System (URS) with USU must remain with URS.
Yes - for benefit-eligible employees. If you are a benefit-eligible employee, you’ll be invited to attend a live orientation session scheduled as close to your first day as possible. Learn more about Employee Orientation.
At this time, a formal orientation is not offered for non‑benefit eligible employees, but your team will provide the information and resources you need to get started. Learn more about part-time resources.