Supporting our people. Strenghtening our university.
Welcome to Human Resources at the University of Science & Arts of Oklahoma.
Our employees are at the heart of the University and the student experience. Human Resources is committed to supporting our faculty, staff and students throughout their employment journey.
Whether you are considering employment at USAO, beginning your first day, developing your career, leading a team, or navigating a workplace question, our goal is to provide the support and resources you need to be successful.
When our people thrive, our University thrives.
HR TEAM MISSION
Our team mission is to support a thriving and engaged campus community by:
- Attracting, retaining, and developing a talented workforce,
- Serving as a strategic partner with campus departments to provide innovative and efficient human resource services and solutions,
- Fostering an environment of inclusion, trust, and respect, aimed at enhancing the employee experience during their career with us.
- Creating a culture of collaboration and excellence while encouraging personal and professional growth.
HR TEAM VISION
To cultivate a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and connected to the University's mission, and where Human Resources is recognized as a trusted partner in employee and organizational success.
HR TEAM CORE BELIEFS
People Matter - We believe every employee should be treated with dignity, respect, fairness, and professionalism.
Service Matters - We believe HR should be accessible, responsive, helpful, and committed to providing employees and the campus community with the guidance and resources they need.
Trust Matters - We believe integrity, transparency, consistency, and confidentiality are essential to building and maintaining strong relationships across our campus community.
Growth Matters - We believe in continuous learning, professional development, innovation, and creating opportunities for employees to grow and succeed.
Community Matters - We believe collaboration, communication, and shared responsibility strengthen our workplace and our University.
Our Work Supports Student Success - We believe that when employees are supported and equipped to succeed, they are better able to serve our students and advance the mission of the University.
STUDENT Employment Opportunities
USAO is partnering with Handshake, your new career management platform, to help you discover career paths and find amazing jobs and internships.
Students can find available campus jobs (part-time and workstudy) on Handshake. Log in using your student email to get started at joinhandshake.com
free, 24/7 services for students
University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma is now partnered with TimelyCare to deliver a new virtual health and well-being platform for students. Through either a mobile app or your desktop, TimelyCare provides 24/7 access to virtual care from anywhere in the United States at no cost.
Visit our web page for more information!
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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The University of Science & Arts of Oklahoma, in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972 and the Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, sex, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services.