Welcome to the Brenau University Office of Human Resources (HR)!

The HR Office is committed to building and supporting a strong workforce that aligns with Brenau’s strategic goals. We focus on three key areas to achieve this:

• Attracting, Developing, and Retaining Exceptional Employees: We are dedicated to bringing in talented individuals, providing them with opportunities for growth, and fostering an environment where they want to stay and grow.
• Promoting Professional Growth and a Positive Workplace: We offer meaningful professional development and training to help employees thrive while ensuring a safe and positive work environment for everyone.
• Enhancing Employee Well-being: We support the morale and well-being of our entire workforce by providing comprehensive benefits and services designed to meet their needs.

These efforts allow us to support the university’s mission by ensuring our employees are empowered to succeed.

EMPLOYEE SUPPORT:
HR serves as a resource for employees, answering questions and addressing their needs or concerns. The department plays a key role in creating a positive and productive work environment.

Brenau University operates campuses in Gainesville and Norcross, Georgia. The university also provides online instructional opportunities, allowing students to pursue their education without needing to be physically present at a campus.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Brenau University is an equal opportunity employer and educator. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal or state laws in its employment practices or educational programs.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Brenau University is a drug-free workplace as certified by the Georgia Workers Compensation Board.

Special Requirements: Brenau University performs criminal background checks on all new hires. Employees must maintain a favorable criminal history while employed, and random background checks may be conducted. Additional checks may be performed for certain roles. Credit checks are required for positions that handle company funds or credit cards. Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs) are run for employees who operate a university vehicle or drive on university business. To be approved for travel, employees must be at least 21 years old, have a valid Georgia driver’s license, and a good driving record. Drug screening may be required for employees in sensitive positions, those who travel regularly, or those who operate a university vehicle. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug screening.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: Our investment of time and resources reflects our commitment to retain high quality professionals while providing financial protection to employees and their families. We foster an open-door management policy, close-knit team members, work life/personal life balance and a personal and friendly atmosphere.

We invite you to explore career opportunities and join the dedicated team at Brenau University by visiting our job board below. All submitted application materials are forwarded to the appropriate department for review. Hiring recommendations are made at the departmental level. Department representatives contact candidates directly if they wish to schedule an interview or require additional information. Please note that Brenau University only accepts applications and resumes for advertised positions. Successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the confirmed start date. This includes being a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national with work authorization that doesn’t require employer sponsorship. Individuals must maintain this eligibility throughout employment.

BENEFITS

Dependent upon employment status, years of service and worker category.
Explore all that Brenau offers for Your Health, Your Mind, Your Finances, & Our Community.

1. Health and wellness benefits:

• TWO MEDICAL INSURANCE OPTIONS: Two comprehensive medical and prescription plans: a Traditional Health Plan and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). If elected, the university pays a substantial portion of the employee’s insurance cost, and the employee pays the remaining portion.
• HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (HSA): A Health Savings Account (HSA) using pre-tax dollars. Brenau contributes to these plans annually. These HSA dollars can be used to cover 100% of eligible medical, dental and vision expenses. If dollars remain at year-end, they roll over for future use.
• FLEXIBLE SAVINGS ACCOUNT (FSA): A health flexible spending account (FSA) is a tax-advantaged medical account that reimburses employees for eligible health care expenses or dependent childcare expenses up to the annual IRS limit.
• DENTAL INSURANCE: Two dental options: a low-plan and a high-plan, which includes additional services such as orthodontia. Employees can see any dentist of their choice. Participation in the plan is voluntary. Employees pay the full premium.
• VISION INSURANCE: Vision insurance is an optional benefit. If elected, the vision plan allows members to use the benefits in-network or out-of-network. Participation in the plan is voluntary. Employees pay the full premium.
• BASIC LIFE INSURANCE & AD&D: Brenau pays 100% of the cost for a basic Life Insurance & AD&D policy for all 3/4-time or full-time employees. The value is 2 1/2 times the employee’s annual salary. The value is rounded to the next-highest $1,000 with a minimum of $40,000 and a maximum of $500,000. The university also pays for spouse life insurance ($2,000) and child life insurance ($1,000) as a guaranteed benefit for all 3/4 time and full-time employees.
• SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE & ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT(AD&D): Above and beyond what the university pays for, employees can purchase additional life insurance to cover themselves, their spouse, and/or dependent children. The rates for this program vary, depending on the amount of insurance requested and the age of the employee. Newly hired employees are offered a guaranteed amount of $150,000 of life insurance without needing to complete medical questions.
• LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE (LTD): Long-Term Disability Insurance provides income security to employees who cannot work because of an illness or accident. Brenau pays 100% of the cost for all 3/4-time and full-time employees. After the 90th day of disability, an employee is eligible to receive up to 60% of their regular monthly earnings.
• FAMILY MEDICAL LEAVE (FMLA): The university complies with the Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA), which allows employees to take a leave of absence due to certain serious health issues or who are required to care for immediate family members suffering serious health issues. After meeting eligibility requirements, employees are eligible to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave.
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP): Brenau values the physical and emotional well-being of our greatest asset — our employees. For this reason, Brenau provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to help employees and family members overcome challenges that are too great to handle alone. The EAP is free of charge for Brenau employees.
• BRENAU CENTER FOR COUNSELING & PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES (BCCPS): Provides services at a reduced cost for Individual/Family/Couples/Child Counseling, Psychological assessment and testing, Stress management, Group therapy, and Play and Expressive Therapy. Employees – $25 for intake appointment; $10 each session.

2. Leave and time off benefits

• HOLIDAYS: Brenau observes 30 ½ holidays per year including: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Spring Break (2), Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Fall Break (2), Thanksgiving (3), Winter Break (7), and ½ day for employee’s birthday. In addition, the university will be closed half-days on Friday’s during the summer months (12).
• VACATION: Employees can earn up to 4 weeks.
• WELLNESS: Employees start with 1 week and can earn up to 10 weeks.
• ADDITIONAL PAID TIME OFF includes Jury Duty, Sabbatical, Golden Tiger Time, Floating Holidays, and Faculty Time Off.
• PARENTAL LEAVE: A total of up to 12 weeks paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child in lieu of
• FMLA.

3. Financial and retirement benefits:

• RETIREMENT PLAN: The university provides financial protection to employees and their families by offering eligible employees a retirement plan to facilitate saving for and planning for retirement. The university retirement plan falls under the IRS code 403(b). Employees with prior work experience in a teaching institution may be eligible for a dollar-for-dollar match as of day 1 of employment. Pre-tax and Roth options are available.
• PERSONAL FINANCIAL CONSULTANT SERVICES: Brenau offers employees resources for financial coaching. Our financial advisors from Cannon Financial Strategists offer all benefits to eligible employees, including confidential, unbiased, and independent financial advice. Cannon advisors can assist with financial planning, investing, and tax management. The advisors can help answer questions such as am I saving enough? Have I invested appropriately? Or am I on track to retire when I want?
• COLLEGE TUITION AT BRENAU UNIVERSITY: After one year of employment, half-time employees or more can receive a tuition waiver for undergraduate or graduate courses. This benefit also extends to an employee’s spouse and dependent children for undergraduate courses.
• TUITION EXCHANGE W/OTHER COLLEGES: Free tuition may be available at many colleges and universities through the Tuition Exchange Program or the Council of Independent Colleges. This is based on a reciprocal agreement. *Restrictions apply.
• DIRECT DEPOSIT: This electronic payment method provides a convenient way for employees to be paid quickly without visiting a bank or depositing a paper check.

4. Work-life balance and development benefits:

• PROFESSIONAL GROWTH: Training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, and reimbursement for professional certifications.
• PERKS AND DISCOUNTS: Company equipment (laptops, phones), free food and snacks, and employee discounts.
• CAMPUS CONNECTIONS COMMITTEE: Healthy employees are productive employees, and happy people! So, it only makes sense that health and wellness activities and events are at top of Brenau Administration’s mind. Social & Wellness initiatives include: Walking Group/Running Group, Coffee Hour, Wellness Challenges, Kickball Tournaments, Self Defense Classes/CPR Training, Heart Smart Dining Days, Lunch-n-Learn Activities, Scavenger Hunts, Halloween Costume Contests & Ghost Walk, Dempsey Dash 5K & 1K Fun Run, Walking Meetings, Health Screenings, Employee Picnics, etc.
• SPIRIT WEEK: During the week leading up to Homecoming, the university highlights every-day and extraordinary things on campus. Each day that week there is a different theme that employees and students can take part in, along with coordinating activities.
• EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS: Employee discounts at local restaurants; Art gallery events on campus; Free admission to the Atlanta High Museum of Art; A wide range of professional and student-produced musical & theatre performances, including theatre for young audiences through Gainesville Theatre Alliance (GTA); Use of campus facilities (Trustee Library, Schrader Athletic Center, Hopkins Dining Hall, Pool, etc.), Free or reduced admission to various cultural events in the community.
• EMPLOYEE RECOGNITIONS: Service Recognition Awards, Hagerman Thompson Employee Excellence Award, Ann Austin Johnston Award, Vulcan Award, Outstanding Part-Time Faculty Award. Other Recognition Efforts Include: Employee picnics, Back to School Parties, Holiday Parties, Luncheons to celebrate employee graduates, Luncheons to honor Veterans, Monthly Birthday Luncheons, New Hire Luncheons, etc.
• OTHER PERKS: Flexible work schedules for optimal work/life balance; Veterans Day activities; Free Parking; On-site meals: Hopkins Dining Hall ($8 for employees), Tea Room, Brewed Awakenings, serving Starbucks Coffee; On-site Fitness Center; On-site Pool; On-site physical Therapy Rehab Clinic; and On-site Center for Health & Wellbeing.