Human Resources
The HR Department at Sonoma State celebrates the intrinsic value of each individual and the power that’s harnessed when we work together. We recognize our role as cultural architects on campus, and we are committed to supporting, transforming and bridging all of life’s employment transitions from recruitment to retirement and everything in between. Everything matters. We are committed to creating a collaborative work environment that promotes high-performing teams and supports Sonoma State’s mission to prepare students for an exciting future. We are experts in our fields and genuinely care about employees and their success. You can count on us to provide thoughtful, integrated solutions that are crafted with integrity and vision.
Mission
Our mission is to help employ, develop, motivate, and retain a diverse and engaged workforce. We are committed to meeting the needs of the University through the highest level of consultation, responsiveness, and accuracy in our service delivery. We don’t just believe in service excellence – we celebrate it! Our collaborative, results-oriented approach helps to build healthy partnerships, successful outcomes and high-performing teams throughout the Sonoma State campus community.
Services
The Human Resources Office reports under the Vice President for Administration and Finance and provides a variety of services to the campus community, including:
- General Employment
- Benefits
- Class/Compensation Administration
- Employee Relations & Compliance
- Payroll
- Student Employment
- Training/Development
Announcements
The 40-hour work week period for student employees begins December 21 and ends January 17, 2026. During this time, Student Assistants may work up to a maximum of 40 hours per week, but they may not be scheduled or permitted to work overtime.
The California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) from 2013 changed the way retirement and health benefits are applied to many CalPERS members. On Thursday, January 15th at 12 p.m., join CalPERS in explaining the benefit differences between a "PEPRA" and a "classic" member, such as retirement formula, health vesting, and final compensation.
The W2 form for the 2025 tax year will be mailed by the State Controller's Office (SCO) in late January. Employees that opted-in for the paperless W2 feature in Cal Employee Connect are now able to view and download their tax statement.
Want to know more about the 1095-B and 1095-C forms? Review the FAQs to help answer your questions about these tax documents which are required as part of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) requirements. 1095-B forms can be obtained through your health care provider. 1095-C forms will be mailed by the State Controller's Office and are expected to be delivered to employees in March 2026.
Student employment for the academic year (Fall 24-Spring 25) begins 8/19/24 and ends 5/31/25.
The current schedule of activities can be found here.
Discover exciting new ways to save on Working Advantage. Start the year strong with our limited-time New Year’s Sale and Winter Escape offers—plus ongoing deals designed to support health, wellness, and total well-being all year long.
A reminder to all managers that annual performance evaluations to be completed as follows:
Staff review period (July 1 - June 30), due on August 1
MPP review period (July 1 - June 30), due on September 1
This month's promotional content includes Reducing Debt: A Key to Achieving Life Goals; and Protecting Your Vision as You Age. Upcoming webinars for 2026 can be found here. As a reminder, you may download The LifeMatters® App for convenient access to materials.
The State Controller’s Office (SCO) has produced a tool that will allow employees to view their earnings statements and W-2’s, along with personal information. Learn more on how you can be a part of the program.