Human Resources
The Willamette Human Resources team serves a dedicated group of faculty and staff who are committed to the educational mission of the university. Employment at Willamette University means being part of a community that values education and its impact on the world, is friendly, supportive, and increasingly diverse.
Write to us with any questions you may have. In addition, if you have sought or received service from Willamette's Human Resources team, we'd love to hear about your experience through participation in our confidential Human Resources services survey.
Our Mission and Values
Willamette Human Resources (WHR) is dedicated to the mission and values of Willamette University and to excellence in service to the University community.
Our department mission is to assist Willamette University in its efforts to recruit and retain exceptional faculty and staff, provide programs and services that cultivate excellence and support the University's goals, and serve as a source of information, expertise, advocacy, and support for faculty, staff, management and the Willamette community at large.
Our Location
Willamette University's Office of Human Resources is located on the ground floor of Waller Hall on State Street, directly south of the Oregon State Capitol Building. For directions to campus or to locate Waller Hall on a map, simply go to the Campus Map & Driving Directions page. Parking on State Street or in other visitor spaces on campus is metered.
Our Commitment to Non-Discrimination
Willamette University strives to provide equal opportunity in its educational programs and activities, and in employment. Questions regarding the University's equal opportunity policies and practices may be directed to the Director of Human Resources. See Compliance for more information.
HR Highlights
Many great things happen on our campus every day. This corner is dedicated to highlighting recent and coming events, special programs, and to shine a light on exceptional contributions to the University community we all love.
Benefit Open Enrollment
Willamette University's annual benefit open enrollment period begins Monday, February 13th, 2012 and continues through Friday, March 9th 2012. This is a once per year opportunity for employees to make changes in their health and dental insurance elections without a qualifying event, and also to re-enroll in Flexible Spending, which is required every year. Click the above link to find out all you need to know to satisfy your open enrollment responsibilities for the 2012-2013 plan year.
2012 Benefits and Wellness Fair
Coinciding with the annual benefit open enrollment period, the 2012 Benefits and Wellness Fair is a great opportunity for employees to meet our benefit providers, as well as several wellness-related vendors from the Salem area. This year's fair is being held Monday, February 27th from 10am to 2pm in Montag Den.
Retirement Plan
Exciting changes are happening with the Willamette University retirement plan benefit program for employees. Click the link above to see our introduction to Diversified Retirement Corporation, the University's new partner in providing an outstanding retirement plan for faculty and staff. Diversified representatives will be on site during the week of the Annual Benefits and Wellness Fair (see above).
Will. U. Walk?
We're looking forward to the second annual Will.U.Walk? Challenge this summer, 2012. Don't wait for a challenge to engage in an active lifestyle. For tips and suggestions to stay healthy throughout the year, please visit the Will.U.Walk? web page.