Welcome to Wesleyan!

Wesleyan University, founded in 1831, is a diverse, energetic liberal arts community where critical thinking and practical idealism go hand in hand. Our student body of approximately 3,000 undergraduate and 200 graduate students is housed on a beautiful 316 acre historic New England campus.

The dedicated team of Human Resources professionals supports the mission of the University by providing services and programs that attract, develop, and help to retain a highly qualified and diverse workforce. We are committed to providing exceptional service with integrity and professionalism that strengthens our relationships with colleagues and students. Above all, our mission is to promote a work environment where each employee is recognized and valued.

Careers at Wes

Wesleyan is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive community.
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Benefits

Wesleyan offers generous benefits including comprehensive health plans, retirement contributions and match, leave programs, dependent tuition assistance, fitness classes and more! 

Employee Resources

Learn more about the Wesleyan culture and find helpful resources for your employment questions. 

Professional Development

Helping our workforce develop and strengthen their skills is a top priority at Wesleyan. We offer a variety of professional development opportunities for employees and supervisors through our Success at WES program. 

Employee Information During COVID

By August 1, all faculty and staff, including temporary employees, are required to be fully vaccinated. Employees must upload a copy of their vaccination card to WesPortal and report the date on which they are fully vaccinated (if they have not already done so). This information will not be accessible to anyone but the WesPortal administrator and Human Resources staff. To learn more, view a list of frequently asked questions.

We recognize that some faculty and staff may choose not to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons. These individuals must complete an Exemption Request Form with Human Resources. Employees whose exemption requests are approved will be required to adhere to safety protocols, which may include testing, wearing masks, and social distancing.

Staff who need to request consideration due to medical conditions, childcare, or other concerns, should complete the Accommodations Request form.  Staff in a high risk category (as defined by the CDC) may wish to request Special Considerations which could include alternate work schedules or special personal protective equipment.

To view current COVID related information, visit the Keep Wes Safe site

Please note that the University will continue to limit visitors to campus for the remainder of the 2020-21 academic year.

COVID-19 Vaccination Booster Policy

Effective January 14, 2022, all vaccinated University employees (staff and faculty) are required to receive a booster shot within 30 days of becoming eligible. Additionally, employees must report the date of their COVID-19 vaccination booster and provide documentation. Employees who have already received an approved exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination continue to be exempt from this requirement.

 

Wesleyan University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or criminal record. To learn more about Wesleyan's promotion of equity and inclusion throughout the University community, please visit http://www.wesleyan.edu/inclusion/. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.

Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University’s Clery Act Report are available on request and online at https://www.wesleyan.edu/publicsafety/clery.html.