Office of Human Resources

We provide essential tools, guidance, and support to help new employees transition smoothly into their roles, including onboarding, benefits enrollment, and workplace expectations.

What We Do

We equip employees with essential resources to succeed from day one, including:

• New Hire Packet: key documents and information for a seamless onboarding experience.
• New at TU Orientation : orientation and resources to help employees integrate into the TU community
• Performance Management: continuous feedback, goal-setting, and development to support career growth.

We invest in long-term employee success by offering:

• Professional Development: Training, workshops, and career advancement opportunities to help employees grow and thrive.

We provide essential tools, support, and services to help employees navigate their careers and workplace experience at Towson University, with dedicated HR partners to offer personalized guidance through workplace conflicts.

What We Do

• HR Policies and Procedures: provide guidelines for workplace expectations and compliance.
• Payroll and Benefits: provide information on compensation, benefits, and leave programs.
• Professional Development: provide training, workshops, and career growth opportunities.
• Employee Well-Being: utilize wellness programs and mental health resources.
• Workplace Tools: implement support for HR systems and employee self-service portals.
• HR Partners: work with Faculty and Staff in need of department-specific support, guidance, and solutions.
• Reasonable Accommodations: ensure employees with disabilities receive the necessary workplace adjustments in compliance with ADA guidelines.

• Faculty and Staff Relations: provide guidance on workplace concerns, conflict resolution, and policy compliance to foster a positive and productive work environment.
• Workers Compensation: assist employees injured on the job with navigating the claims process, getting the resources they need and recovering smoothly.
• Faculty and Staff Emergency Fund: provide financial assistance to employees facing unexpected hardships.
• Leave Donation Program:  encourage employees to donate accrued leave to colleagues in need, providing additional support during extended medical or personal emergencies.

We empower employees through professional growth opportunities, meaningful engagement, and continuous learning. Our programs foster skill development, leadership, and workplace connections to enhance career success and job satisfaction.

What We Do

• Professional Development: offer training, workshops, and resources to enhance skills and career growth.
• Employee Engagement: create initiatives that foster a positive, connected workplace culture.
• Leadership Development: support employees in building leadership skills at all career stages.
• Continuous Learning: provide opportunities for ongoing education and career advancement.
• Faculty and Staff Recognition: celebrate achievements through awards and recognition programs
• Performance Management: facilitate goal-setting, feedback and evaluation processes to support employee growth.

HR Data and Systems enhances our ability to adopt emerging technologies, streamline workflows, and ensure accurate, reliable workforce data. Our team maintains HRIS integrity, implements paperless processes, and provides timely, high-quality informational services.

What We Do

• Consult and Innovate: partner with campus stakeholders to define and improve data solutions.
• System Support: maintain and enhance HR systems, including PeopleSoft and Taleo.
• Data and Reporting: develop and manage employee data queries and reports.
• Information Access: provide statistical data to internal and external customers. 

Retirees are valued members of the Towson community and continue to enjoy exclusive benefits. Through the State of Maryland, retired faculty and staff receive access to perks and discounts, ensuring a lasting connection to TU.

What We Offer

• Retiree OneCard and Net ID: continued access to TU's OneCard and NetID services.
• Continued access to campus perks, discounts, and services.
• Benefits and Retirement Support: guidance on health benefits, pensions, and post-retirement planning.
• Campus Engagement: access to campus events, volunteer opportunities, and TU networks.