Welcome to the Central community! We look forward to welcoming you and supporting you throughout your transition. This page is dedicated to the information you will need prior to your onboarding session. You will receive information about pre-employment requirements that must be completed prior to your first day. An email will be sent to you containing forms you will have to complete and policies to read and review. Please ensure the completed documentation is brought to your HR appointment.
For any questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources at 860.832.1756 or at HRRecruitment@ccsu.edu
Pre-Employment Requirements
Background Screening Requirements
Pursuant to the Board of Regents for Higher Education’s CSCU Pre-employment Background Verification Policy, all candidates identified for hire at CT State Community College must undergo a pre-employment background investigation as part of the employment screening process. You will need to submit to a criminal check and provide your employment history including your authorization to contact past employers for verification purposes.
Physicals/Drug Screening
If your position requires pre-employment physical or drug screenings, you will receive instructions to schedule your appointment from Human Resources. Please review your email or contact Human Resources with any questions.
Education Verification
If your position has any educational requirements, you will be required to share your official transcripts with Human Resources for all degree levels directly from the institution via email or mail.
Payroll
Please visit the Payroll website for additional information.
University Resources
Things to Review
The State of Connecticut offers a variety of employer-paid and supplemental benefits to support your health and well-being. Please review the information below to learn more about the benefits available to you. For assistance with getting started, please visit the benefit resources link for helpful information and guidance.
Benefit Information
State of Connecticut Health Care Planner
Supplemental Benefits
Questions? Contact the OSC Supplemental Benefits Unit at osc.ebu@ct.gov
Retiree Healthcare Contribution FAQ
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees who elect the Alternate Retirement Plan (ARP) are automatically covered for Long Term Disability Insurance through Prudential.
Retirement Plans
Retirement Plan Comparison Chart
- Alternate Retirement Program
- Tier IV Defined Benefit and Contribution Plan
- Hybrid Plan (Hired before 07/01/2011 & in ARP - have this option until 03/31/12)
- Deferred Compensation Plan Comparison
Policies to Read
- Central Connecticut State University expects all employees to abide by the policies established by the Board of Regents (BOR), as well as University Procedures to ensure a compliant, professional and respectful work environment.
- You will be asked to sign an Acknowledgement Statement that you have read them.