HR Update

HireRight Background Check Access

HireRight is the official background check provider for the University of Minnesota. To ensure timely and seamless service, the OHR Talent Acquisition team has created a new form to fill out to request access for a new user or help with an existing account. 

For more information about HireRight, please see this OHR Hiring Resources webpage.

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Reminder: Campus, College, Units that employ Graduate Assistants

January 15 Deadline for GA pay changes.

January 1 Changes to Earned Sick and Safe Time

To align with state law, the University revised how employees can use ESST.

Special Board of Regents Meeting on January 21, 2025

The meeting will review and act on the ratified collective bargaining agreement between the Graduate Labor Union-United, Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America (GLU-UE) and the University.

Year-End Tax Preparations

Prepare for tax season by making sure your information is correct.

Background Check Exceptions

In rare cases, employees may start their appointment prior to the completion of a background check.