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UC Davis is helping us get there by striving to always put people first. As a top-ranked research university, and the second-largest employer in the region, it’s no wonder our employees are leading the way in teaching, research, public service and patient care.

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Open Enrollment for 2025

Open Enrollment begins Oct. 31 and closes Nov. 22 at 5 p.m. Review the comprehensive benefits available to you and your family.
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Honoring Our Veterans and Their Contributions

  • by Tammy Kenber, Chief Human Resources Officer
As we approach Veterans Day, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to the hundreds of veterans who are part of our UC Davis family.

Your service to our country is deeply appreciated, and we are proud to have you as part of our community.

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Updated Onboarding Toolkit for Supervisors and Managers

The Onboarding Toolkit for supervisors and managers was recently updated to provide best practices and templates for creating a supportive, engaging start for new hires. 

This aligns with key goals identified in our Campus Staff Experience Survey, UC Davis Health's CommUNITY Feedback Survey and The Hiring Experience initiative. The Onboarding Toolkit redefines onboarding with a focus on belonging, integration and growth—key areas identified to improve staff engagement.

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Understanding Medical Plan Rate Changes

While medical plan rates will rise again this year, they won’t increase as significantly as they did last year, thanks in large part to the steps UC campuses have taken to further subsidize plan costs.
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