Welcome to ISU Human Resources
UHR MISSION
UHR is committed to advancing Iowa State University as a premier place to work and learn.
Explore the valuable self-help resources to answer common questions found within our
Human Resources Portal.
Academic Year hours:
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Upcoming Closure:
Monday, 5/29/23 - Memorial Day
Contact us by email or phone:
hrshelp@iastate.edu or (515) 294-4800
Retirement Planning Resource
TIAA 1:1 retirement planning consultations are held on campus the second Tuesday and third Thursday of each month in 3680 Beardshear Hall, and the third Thursday of each month in 1127 Communications Building. Virtual meetings are also available.
Parenting Support Resources in Adventure2
Parenting Success Solution, provided through RethinkCare, is available now in Adventure2. ISU employees can enroll today to receive access to digital trainings, tips, articles, and exercises to help families raise more resilient children, as well as free consultations with Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).
Meet ALEX: ISU's New Benefits Tool
The Iowa State Benefits team is excited to announce the launch of ALEX, a virtual benefits counselor. ALEX is a fun, interactive guide that explains your benefits options and helps you select the best plans for you. ALEX provides guidance on medical and dental insurance, retirement benefits, and more.
New Adoption Benefit Available
ISU employees who adopt a child can now take advantage of a new financial assistance benefit offered by the university. The program, which began on July 1 and is part of a three-year pilot approved by the state Board of Regents, reimburses eligible expenses up to $5,000 per adoption. Visit the program webpage below for additional details, including a full list of qualifying expenses.
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Employee Tools
New Employees
Everything new employees need to know when beginning their adventure at Iowa State.
Student Employees
Information for graduate and undergraduate student employees.
Retired Employees
Getting ready to retire or currently retired? Learn how your adventure continues.
