Penn's comprehensive total rewards package is one of the most competitive in higher education. We offer market-competitive salaries and outstanding benefits that reflect the University’s commitment to excellence.

General Benefits

• University benefits
• Penn Faculty Benefits News
• 2022-2023 Benefits Enrollment Guide
• Benefits Snapshot
• Plan Rates
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free, confidential, 24/7 counseling and referral services for personal and professional life issues for eligible staff and faculty and their families. Available by phone, email, webchat, and video sessions in multiple languages.
• Tuition Benefit
• Flexible Work Options
• Bridging of Service
• Penn Employee Solutions Center

Time Off

The University provides a variety of options for compensated and uncompensated time away from work for personal needs. Please contact GSE HR for questions about which option works best for your particular situation.

• Attendance
• Bereavement
• Domestic or Sexual Violence Leave policy
• Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• FMLA FAQ
• Holidays
• Leave of Absence Without Pay - Please meet with Kate Hellings to discuss your particular request. These are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
• Long-term Disability
• Military Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Short-Term Disability
• Sick Leave
• Sick Leave and Short Term Disability (STD) for Faculty and Staff at or Above Legacy Position Grades 29/E
• Special Winter Vacation
• Time Off for Jury Duty or Court Appearance with Pay
• Temporary worker sick time accrual

Retirement

• Retirement counseling
• Certification of Prior Employment (retirement matching waiver for waiting period)
• Phased Retirement
  • Phased Staff Retirement Proposal Template
  • Phased Staff Retirement Agreement Template

Travel

• Parking & Transportation
• Bike commuter reimbursement program

Deals

• Deals @ Penn: Special discounts for employees
• Cellular service discounts
• Homeownership Services: Financial assistance for home buying and improvement
• Microsoft Office
• Antivirus software

Compensation

Important update: Please see Compensation & Hiring Guidelines for FY20-FY21 for changes to hiring and compensation related to the coronavirus pandemic.

For information on the compensation process or policies, please work directly with GSE HR.

• University Compensation website
• Reclassifications and salary adjustments (PennKey required)
• Merit increase program
• PIQ form
• PIQ guide
• Payroll Options: 

Individual Service Providers

During fiscal year 2017, the University began implementing policy changes and a new process to properly classify and pay individual service providers. These changes were necessary to ensure the University’s compliance with U.S. Department of Labor, Internal Revenue Service, and other regulatory requirements related to the treatment of workers. The changes affect:

• Employment Classification Process
• Payment to Individuals for Human Subject Fees
• Payment for Honoraria
• Limited Engagement
• Procurement, Payment and Reporting of Independent Contractors

As of July 1, 2017, all potential individual service providers must go through the new classification process, if they have not already done so.

The individual completing the work must complete the Service Provider Questionnaire. The department/program engaging the individual must complete the Service Provider Evaluation form. Both must then be submitted to the Business Office for review and classification.

*Please note: this process must be completed and reviewed by Purchasing prior to submission of invoice.

• Service Provider classification
• Service Provider Questionnaire
• Service Provider Evaluation form
• Procedural Guide for Independent Contractors and Limited Engagement

For questions about this process, or to submit forms, click here.

Please visit Independent Contractors and Limited Engagement Service Providers for information on these types of work contracts.