Benefits
The benefits office is here to provide knowledge and guidance to our employees on the wide array of integrated services, designed to support their overall well-being during their career and moments that matter. These services include benefits inquiries, leaves, worker's compensation, accommodations, and wellness.
Whether it's accessing the full spectrum of services and benefits available at UC Merced or receiving personalized assistance during pivotal moments, our office is dedicated to ensuring that everyone receives the support they need.
Compensation & Classification
The Compensation and Classification Unit, a vital component of Human Resources, oversees salary administration, position classification, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) compliance, market analysis, and other areas related to employee compensation.
Our team provides strategic consulting services to campus leadership and departments on matters including job classification, job description development and revision, organizational design, and the interpretation of compensation-related policies and procedures.
In addition to these consulting services, we conduct salary and classification studies, participate in market salary surveys, and support collective bargaining efforts through research and data analysis. We also assist in the development of compensation programs and conduct individual salary equity reviews.
Employee-Labor Relations
The Employee and Labor Relations function of the Human Resources Department operates as a nexus between staff and management, bridging gaps that oftentimes seem insurmountable to either party. Through various forms of intervention, including problem-solving, mediation, training and counseling, Employee & Labor Relations offers balanced advocacy to management and individual employees to protect their respective rights and facilitate a more harmonious work environment.
Important Links
Talent Acquisition
Talent Acquisition Services provides services to the campus on a full range of employment issues including recruitment, hiring, and policy interpretation. Talent Acquisition Services assists campus departments and job seekers in the application of employment policies and procedures, programs and fair hiring practices. Talent Acquisition Services also provides essential employment services and programs that are designed to recruit and retain top talent, as well as to diversify our workforce, in support of the teaching, research and public service mission of UC Merced.
UC Merced is committed to hiring qualified and talented individuals as outstanding employees, leaders and managers. Talent Acquisition is available to assist departments with:
- Developing a diverse candidate pool through the use of strategic advertising
- Providing guidance on screening applications, interviewing, reference checking, and setting the salary
- Ultimately, offering the job.
The University has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity, inclusion, and ensuring nondiscrimination in the workplace. UC Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Talent Development
Making your tomorrow better today by providing programs, services and tools to improve the workplace experience and our Bobcat Community culture.
Talent Development offers innovative and accessible learning and developmental opportunities to support employee growth and organizational effectiveness as we work to shape, together, our UC Merced campus community. We foster healthy living, working, and learning environments for UC Merced staff members through collaboration amongst our campus community members with our customized programs, services, and learning communities.
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The core program faculty and facilitators consist of internal UC Merced experts, systemwide leaders, as well as external experts in the fields of leadership, engagement, teams, workplace culture, change management, quality improvement, communication, finance, innovation, and organizational development.
What is the project for this program?
The CLA offers support with existing projects, identification of emerging projects, or development of new projects for each participant and their respective department, division, unit, etc. The program provides project support, resources, templates, cohort support, and program faculty guidance (coaching, input, consultation, etc.) in developing and implementing your project or project idea.
Do I need leadership sign-off on my participation?
Yes, approval for participation and time commitment is required. If selected to participate, a statement of support from your immediate supervisor will need to be provided..
What are the topics of the program sessions?
There are 6 sessions with individual modules and learning activities as well as specific learning objectives and outcomes for each session. Learn more about sessions and program outlines on the program details site.
What if I don’t have 5 years at UC Merced?
If you have 5 years of leadership experience and 1-2 years at UC Merced. you can still apply and be considered for admission to the program.
Can we nominate participants?
Yes. You can nominate others or self-nominate to the CLA
For more information:
Please contact CLA@ucmerced.edu or review our FAQ page if you have any questions about the Chancellor's Leadership Academy.
