Office of Human Resources
Office of Human Resources
In response to COVID-19, Kean University has taken steps to reopen campus for the Fall semester which will include a mix of virtual, in-person and hybrid instruction. For more information on this plan, please click here. The Office of Human Resources is open and operating both with in-person and remote staffing in order to minimize the density of people on campus and reduce the potential health risk to our community. However, please know that our team is available and ready to assist with any questions you may have.
Office Hours & Contact Information
The Office of Human Resources is currently operating between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. from Monday through Friday. Please note that the office will operate in a remote capacity only on Wednesdays. Please direct general questions to us at 908-737-3300 or via email at hr@kean.edu.
Verifications of Employment
Employment verifications may be submitted to the Office of Human Resources via our dedicated email account at hrVOE@kean.edu or by fax at 908-737-3305. Please note that a signed release will be required to process all employment verifications. Specific questions regarding verifications should be directed to Megan Robinson -- please contact her via phone at 908-737-3315 or via email at hrVOE@kean.edu.
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About the Office of Human Resources
Kean University is committed to excellence and access to developing, maintaining and strengthening interactive ties with the community. Kean University takes pride in its continuing effort to build a multicultural professional community poised to serve a richly diversified student population of over 15,000. Positions are available at the Union campus and at Ocean County College in Toms River, NJ where indicated.
Mission Statement
Through strategic partnerships and collaboration, the Office of Human Resources recruits, develops, and retains a high performing diverse workforce and fosters a healthy, safe, and productive work environment for students, employees, and the public in order to maximize intellectual, cultural, and personal/professional growth for all.
Vision
The vision for the Office of Human Resources is to be a catalyst for change; we aspire to be the model for excellence and leadership in human resources, emphasizing strategic and progressive HR practices and solutions, quality service, efficiency, and employee growth/enrichment. We remain committed to fostering an environment ready for transformational change, thus making Kean a university of choice.
Workday is here!
Kean University's Office of Human Resources recently made its transition to Workday, a new Payroll & HR System. The new self-service system allows employees to view & manage all their employment information from one place anytime, anywhere. Visit our Workday-dedicated webpage here for more information on Workday, including system access and training materials.