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Compensation and Benefits

Compensation and Benefits

One way the University supports its commitment to retain top quality staff is to offer a benefits package that is considered to be among the finest in higher education as well as other major employers. The University’s wide array of benefits, including health and welfare coverage for employees and their dependents, defined benefit plan (currently, there are no required employee contributions) with a choice of several voluntary deferred savings plans, and generous time-off plans add significantly to an employee's total compensation.

UCR employees enjoy a total compensation package that far exceeds the value of their base salary.  Benefits vary by employee category and appointment type. Official provisions affecting employees are contained in the applicable  personnel policies or collective bargaining contract.

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Health and Welfare Benefits

UCR determines its competitiveness by benchmarking peer universities as well as other California employers. UCR’s package of benefits compares favorably with competitive benchmarks. UCR offers leading-edge benefits, eligibility and coverage:

  • Full scope of health and welfare and retirement benefits
  • Opportunities for group rates on popular auxililary insurances (legal, automobile, homeowner/renter)
  • Part-time employee benefits
  • Domestic partner benefits
  • Financial planning

UCR Benefits Package

Work~Life Balance

Since we spend more than half our lives at work, finding balance between our life and work is critical.  UCR has a variety of programs and services including flexible work schedules, telecommuting programs and recreation facilities to help balance work and life.  Click here  to learn more about Work~Life Balance at UCR.

"What I like best about working at UCR are the good benefits, opportunities to advance and good co-workers."
Juan Gil, Senior Custodian
Housing Maintenance and Grounds
9 years

"The benefits package that UCR offers is great."
Francisco Peñaloza, Mechanic
Housing Services
6 years

"I like being in a steady and secure job. The benefits are great and I have the best crew anyone could ask for."
Gena Lozoya, Custodial Supervisor
Physical Plant
15 years

"I enjoy the professional and “family” atmosphere that is present here."
Wanda Scruggs, Executive Assistant to the Vice Chancellor
University Advancement
18 years