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Update your Highest Education Level in HCM

Categories: Employees, Software

HCM now has the ability for employees to update their Highest Education Level. Use this guide to update the highest education level you attained in Employee Self Service. An employee’s highest education level is built into their profile and personnel data. Initially, the documentation they provide upon hire sets what level and field their education […]

Updated Leave Authorization/Payroll Deduction Form

Categories: Employees, Supervisors

  The Leave Authorization/Payroll Deduction form has been updated and is available on the Human Resources website. The University of North Dakota allows, at the discretion of the department head, an employee to be granted up to 40 hours of annual leave in advance of accumulation thereof. The updated form must be completed, with the […]

Enable Text Message Notifications for Direct Deposit Updates in HCM

Categories: Employees, Payroll

Text Message Notifications are now available in HCM when you make changes to your Direct Deposit Information. This feature adds an extra layer of security by notifying you of any updates made to your direct deposit account. To start receiving these messages, you’ll need to consent to text notifications within HCM. This is a one-time […]

Don’t Lose Your Leave!

Categories: Employees, Total Rewards

The deadline to use or lose leave is approaching. It is that time of year again. This is your reminder to check your annual leave balance and confirm your balance is 240 hours or less and you have taken at least 40 hours of annual leave, per NDUS HR policy 6. Additionally, if you have […]

August’s New Hawks at Work

Categories: Employees, New Employees

Join us in welcoming our newest team members to the University of North Dakota! This month, we’re excited to introduce 67 new benefited employees who bring diverse skills, fresh perspectives, and a shared commitment to excellence. HIGHLIGHTED HAWKS To help you get to know them better, we’ve highlighted ten of our new Hawks at Work […]

July’s New Hawks at Work

Categories: New Employees

Join us in welcoming our newest team members to the University of North Dakota! This month, we’re excited to introduce 25 new benefited employees who bring diverse skills, fresh perspectives, and a shared commitment to excellence. HIGHLIGHTED HAWKS To help you get to know them better, many of our new Hawks at Work have shared […]

Your Guide to Living Well in Retirement

Categories: Employees, Total Rewards

Financial know-how starts here. TIAA and HUB are hosting webinars in August, aimed at educating participants to prepare for retirement mentally, physically, and financially. These webinars are a part of your retirement plan benefits. Register today. TIAA: Your guide to living well Aug. 14 11am-12pm Retirement is a major life transition that can be both […]

Planning Time Off?

Categories: Employees, Total Rewards

Now is a good time to visit with your supervisor to plan out your annual leave. It’s time to look forward to the end of the year. This is your reminder to forecast your end of the year annual leave balance and confirm your balance your balance will be below 240 hour after you’ve taken […]

Updated Leave Donation Forms

Categories: Employees, Staff, Total Rewards

How UND staff members take care of each other when they need it most The Donated Leave process allows eligible staff who have run out of leave to continue receiving a paycheck while they are out of work.  Receiving staff may receive up to 693 hours (prorated for part-time staff) in a 12 month period […]

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Introducing Dan – UND’s Compensation Analyst

Categories: Employees, New Employees

Dan is an adult man, facing the camera and smiling. He wears a blue collared shirt and suit jacket.

Dan Zakopyko was hired on May 1, 2025 as the UND’s Compensation Analyst Dan works closely with the divisional area HR Managers in the development of positions and how they fit in UND’s job architecture. He is a critical component to ensuring equity across the University, researching best practice and applying compensation strategy and analysis […]