UC Davis Human Resources

UC Davis and UC Davis Health again named among America’s Greatest Workplaces

July 21, 2026

For the fourth consecutive year, UC Davis and UC Davis Health have been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces. The university also earned recognition as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Mental Wellbeing for the second consecutive year.

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New Training Assignment for Davis campus Supervisors – Developing and Retaining Talent

July 29, 2026

Beginning August 1, all Davis campus supervisors and managers will be assigned the virtual instructor-led course Developing and Retaining Talent, designed specifically for UC Davis.

Employee Experience Survey 2025: Recommendations and Actions

by Chancellor Gary S. May
July 23, 2026

Learning & Development

What Comes Next Following the Employee Experience Survey 2025? University leadership has approved several organization-level recommendations.

Why Vacations and Time Off Help Reduce Workplace Violence and Conflict

by Kimberly McLennan, Trainer
July 22, 2026

Human Resources News

Learn why taking vacations and time off help reduce workplace violence incidents and conflict in the workplace.

Beware of Retirement Scams

July 21, 2026

UC employees and retirees have recently reported suspicious communications (emails, flyers, invitations, phone calls) from individuals claiming to offer UC retirement counseling.

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Bridging the Causeway Event Connects Students with Career Opportunities at UC Davis Health

July 20, 2026

The Yolo Causeway physically connects Davis and Sacramento and, on a good day, takes only a few minutes to cross. But for many job-seeking undergraduate students, UC Davis’ Sacramento campus and the career opportunities available there can feel much farther away.

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OCP’s May Scavenger Hunt: A Week of Discovery, Laughter, and Frugal Fun

by Submitted by Myrene Abot, Offices of the Chancellor and Provost
July 13, 2026

Learning & Development

The OCP Scavenger Hunt brought employees together for a week of teamwork, exploration and fun, encouraging colleagues to discover the many departments that make up OCP while building new connections across the organization.

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Health Sciences Faculty: Special Supplemental Benefits Enrollment Begins July 1

June 26, 2026

Faculty participating in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan (HSCP) Supplemental Benefits Program may enroll in Additional Life and AD&D coverage during a Special Enrollment period. Special Enrollment Period

Open - Enroll Today

Closes: July 31 at 11:59 p.m.

Eligible faculty may elect Additional Life and AD&D coverage equal to one, two or three times their Y-salary, up to $500,000, without answering health questions.

Human Resources

We all want a world that is healthier, sustainable, safer and more enjoyable.

UC Davis is helping us get there by striving to always put people first. As a top-ranked research university, and the second-largest employer in the region, it’s no wonder our employees are leading the way in teaching, research, public service and patient care.

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