Office Of Human Resources

Human Resources

As part of a university built on a belief in practical idealism, Wesleyan’s Human Resources Department supports employees on their path toward working with boldness, creativity, curiosity, and innovative creativity every day. We provide the essential resources and standards that empower faculty and staff to turn their expertise into impact in supporting the University’s mission.

Why Work at Wesleyan 

Wesleyan fosters a culture of rigor and curiosity that supports you from Day One to Retirement so you can focus on work that fulfills you and enriches our University community.

Find Out Why

A Place of Belonging 

We encourage diversity of ideas, skills, and experiences because your unique abilities and insights help our whole community thrive.
A Culture of Growth 

Employees spend their careers here because we provide opportunities for skill-building, leadership training, and 360-degree wellness.
A Path to Your Success 

Across disciplines, we foster a workplace where you can achieve your professional goals and create new possibilities for your career.

Building a People-Centric Culture

Skilled faculty and staff work together behind the scenes to make Wesleyan’s remarkable education possible for students every day. That’s why our leadership focuses on creating an employee culture built on listening to your needs, considering how we show up for each other, and implementing practices that empower you to contribute your unique skills as we help the entire University community thrive.

From Our Community

Meet the people who bring Wesleyan to life and hear, in their own words, what they value about their work, their colleagues, and the University community.

I love the idea of a tight community, where faculty and students know each other and colleagues work together. The minute I came here, I knew this was the place for me.

Mary-Jane Rubenstein

Dean of the Social Sciences
Pride is the ability to be the kind of person you want to be. Every one of my mentors, colleagues, and students has pushed me to be a better version of myself.

Roger Mathew Grant

Deputy Provost and Dean of Arts and Humanities
At Wesleyan, I have the privilege of stewarding the Davison Art Collection. My colleagues and I facilitate class sessions and student access to the Collection.

Miya Tokumitsu

Donald T. Fallati and Ruth E. Pachman Curator of the Davison Art Collection
I chose Wesleyan 45 years ago for its great teaching, activism, world music, and enthusiastic community. Today, I help others feel welcome and supported.

Jennifer Hadley

Library Assistant V / Music Outreach and Collections Assistant