The Office of Human Resources (OHR) supports a people-centered approach, fostering a supportive environment that encourages growth, inclusivity and well-being for all.
At TU, we're committed to enhancing your experience from recruitment through retirement. Our team is dedicated to attracting, rewarding, and retaining exceptional faculty and staff.
We are responsible for attracting, recruiting, and retaining top talent to support the university's mission.
Talent Management
We are responsible for TU's employee relations, policy guidance, compliance regulations, and labor requests.
Faculty/Staff Relations
We provide support for a wide variety of HR customer service, data systems, and data requests.
HRIS
We are responsible for developing and maintaining fair and competitive compensation structures across the university.
Compensation
We administer comprehensive benefits programs that support our employees' health, wellness, and financial security.
Benefits
We are responsible for providing learning and development opportunities that enhance employee skills and advance career growth.
Professional DevelopmentDuring your transition from TU, we offer you the resources you need to navigate the process smoothly.
Need help with forms, deadlines, or navigating a TU process? Our Customer Service team can point you in the right direction.
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.
TU has garnered the distinction of being mentioned on ModernThink’s 2025 Great Colleges to Work For List.
We are proud of our accomplishments over the year. Read our Annual Report to find out more.
Congrats to all the grads! Faculty, staff, and their loved ones are recognized for their academic accomplishments at TU. Learn more here.
Performance reviews will take place from June 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026, for all Regular and Contingent II staff.
All contingent employees need a valid, signed agreement before continuing work or receiving pay after their current contract ends. For additional questions, contact the HR Onboarding Specialist, Travis Sammott, at tsammott AT_TOWSON
Telework renewals are due by June 30, 2026. Learn more here.
Changes are coming to TU's Secondary Employment policy. Additional information on this policy will be announced soon.
Mutual Mentoring for Staff Pilot Program: The HR team has also launched a new mentorship program for 2026, enabling staff to support one another across the University. Click here to read about the program.
TU employees have access to several secondary employment opportunities. Please visit us here for more information.
The Leave Donation Bank is available for employees with serious health conditions who have at least 180 days of USM or state service and sufficient medical certification. Learn more about the leave donation program here.
Current faculty and staff may be eligible for bonuses up to $1,750 for referring qualified external candidates. Learn more.
TU's Trades Development Program is a one-year program designed for high school graduates with limited to no prior experience in multiple trades. Learn more here.
Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) is a new paid, job‑protected leave benefit available to eligible University System of Maryland (USM) employees beginning July 1, 2026. Learn more here.
Towson University is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Learn more about Towson University's commitment to diversity.
You can find both Maryland Labor Law Posters (PDF) and Federal Labor Law Posters (PDF) throughout the campus in the Administration Building, Enrollment Services, the Child Care Center, Cook Library, the University Union, 401 Washington Avenue and the Institute for Well-Being. Posters are also located at TU in Northeastern Maryland.
Want to work at TU? Find out about job opportunities available right now.
More about Jobs at TUOur customer service page has answers to all of our most frequently asked questions. For responses to other routine questions and concerns not answered on our website, including deadlines, forms, benefits, and training, email us or call 410-704-2162.
Connect with our team