New Employee Information

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. 

Central Payroll Department

University Resources

Campus Map

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

Benefit Resources 

State of Connecticut Health Care Planner

Medical

Dental

Pharmacy

Supplemental Benefits

Questions? Contact the OSC Supplemental Benefits Unit at osc.ebu@ct.gov

Supplemental Benefits Guide

Supplemental Benefits

Voluntary Retirement Plans

Retiree Healthcare Contribution FAQ

Education Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account 

Employees who elect the Alternate Retirement Plan (ARP) are automatically covered for Long Term Disability Insurance through Prudential.

Retirement Plans

Retirement Plan Comparison Chart

Policies to Read

Board of Regent Policies