Announcements

The Operational Services Unit (OSU) clothing allowance is back for fiscal year 2024-2025. The payment to individuals is limited to $78.00 per fiscal year, for each full-time OSU employee performing traditional “hands-on” operational duties and who were on the payroll on October 1, 2024.

Employees on approved leave status, including employees on Workers’ Compensation Leave, on the eligibility payroll date, and who otherwise satisfy the eligibility criteria, are entitled to the allowance upon their return to duty as long as the return date does not exceed beyond March 31, 2025.

Direct Employee Allowance

The Office of Mental Health offers all employees an opportunity to practice various coping skills and strengthen their resilience through OMH Wellness Groups, which aligns with OMH’s vision of supporting a healthy workplace environment. The groups include deep breathing and simulation exercises to allow employees to practice rather than have group discussions. Group sessions offer a warm, inviting space that fosters relaxation virtually and provides examples of calming techniques and basic coping skills. Remember that the mind and body are one, and psychological health is just as important as physical health to your overall well-being.

In observance of New Year's Day, we are pleased to announce that payroll will be distributed ahead of schedule. Your payments will be available on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, in recognition of this important holiday.

Posted: 12/03/2024

2025 NYSHIP Option Transfer Period, Dependent Status Updates, Opt Out Program & Tax Change Election Period

The university has received notice that the health insurance rates for 2025 have been established. The deadline for changing health insurance options is December 31, 2024.

The State University of New York (“SUNY”) provides employees with the opportunity to save for their retirement through the SUNY Voluntary 403(b) Savings Plan (the “Plan”). Participation in the SUNY Voluntary Savings Plan is a great way to build your retirement savings through pre-tax and/or post-tax payroll deduction contributions. Whether you want to enroll in the plan for the first time, or you are already enrolled but wish to change the amount of your deferral, you can do so through the SUNY online enrollment and management system at www.retirementatwork.org/suny. For more information, contact your state-operated or community college Employee Benefits Office, or visit the SUNY Benefits Web Site.

The Office of Mental Health offers all employees an opportunity to practice various coping skills and strengthen their resilience through OMH Wellness Groups, which aligns with OMH’s vision of supporting a healthy workplace environment. The groups include deep breathing and simulation exercises to allow employees to practice rather than have group discussions. Group sessions offer a warm, inviting space that fosters relaxation virtually and provides examples of calming techniques and basic coping skills. Remember that the mind and body are one, and psychological health is just as important as physical health to your overall well-being.