Information for Current Employees
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Payroll
Payroll Support: Payroll questions and comments, please email CSCU-PayrollSSO@ct.edu
CORE-CT - How to Log On to CoreCT For the first time
How to Log On to CoreCT For the first time
- If you do not know your 6-digit employee ID, please check your employment contract and/or review all emails from HR. It may be labeled EMPID, Employee ID, Core ID, etc. This is separate from your Banner ID.
- Your supervisor may also have access to this information.
- If you still do not have access to your employee ID, someone from this helpdesk will reach out to you soon.
- Please review your paycheck carefully. You should check that all required deductions are denoted on your paystub (retirement, health care, dental, and tax withholdings).
CORE-CT - Password Reset Options
- Email CSCU-PayrollSSO@ct.edu
- Please ensure you have set up your “Forgotten Password Help” in CoreCT so you can automatically reset your password in the future. Instructions for setting up this tool can be found here.
CORE-CT - Timesheet Entry Assistance
- Timesheet submission is due on the Thursday of pay weeks with timesheet approvals being completed by Friday of pay weeks.
- If you need assistance entering your timesheet, please review this OSC Core CT User Guide Time Entry and Approval Guidance or view this quick video tutorial for helpful tips.
- If you have a question about how to code a specific time on your timesheet, here is a list of commonly used time reporting codes which may be helpful.
CORE-CT - Annual Tax Filing Information (W2/W2c)
Paycheck Overview
- If you have questions about your paycheck, please review this guide to understand each section of your paystub.
Outdated/Lost Check Information
State of Connecticut payroll checks are valid for six months. If you are in possession of an outdated payroll check, please contact the Payroll Department and we will have the check reissued. If you have misplaced a payroll check, you may request a replacement by completing a lost check affidavit. Lost check affidavits must be signed in the presence of a notary public. Notaries are available on each campus.
The check replacement process takes approximately two to four weeks to complete. Once your replacement check has been issued, you may request:
- To claim the check in the Payroll Office
- Have it distributed with your regular check
- Have it mailed to your home address
Pay and Holiday Calendars
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State of CT Employee Pay and Holiday Calendar
- CT State Adjunct Pay Calendar
Tax Forms
If you need to update your tax withholdings, please complete the following applicable form(s) and return to CSCU-PayrollSSO@ct.edu. DO NOT put your Social Security Number on this form. It is not required for processing. Instead, please put your 6-digit employee ID in that field.
For more information about how to complete these forms or to identify changes that may be required to your tax withholdings, you should visit the IRS website or speak with your personal tax account. Some online resources are available which may be helpful to you including the Withholding Calculator Provided by the IRS.
Direct Deposit
If you would like to enroll in or modify your Direct Deposit, you must complete the Direct Deposit Authorization and Input Form and return to payroll.
We are unable to accept direct deposit forms via email at this time. All forms must be faxed to 860-343-5870 or mailed to:
Middlesex Community College
100 Training Hill Rd.
Middlesex, CT 06457
Attn: Tony Majewski – Payroll
- Direct Deposit generally starts within three (3) to four (4) weeks of submitting the form.
- Prior to direct deposit starting employees should see one penny deposited into their account. This is done to ensure the account is set up correctly. When the one penny is deposited, the employee will still receive a physical paycheck and then direct deposit will begin with the next paycheck.
- Additional Account #2: Employees can establish a second direct deposit account within their original bank or between two different banks. However, before a second account can be established employees must first establish a Primary Account (Account #1.)
- If you change your bank or your account number, you must notify the Payroll Department immediately. It is recommended that employees keep their original account open until the current payroll in process has been deposited into their new account.
- All checks will be mailed to your home address listed in CORE-CT until Direct Deposit is set up and completed.
- Please contact the Payroll Department immediately if your direct deposit account must be closed due to fraudulent account activity. If the Payroll Department receives notice after Wednesday of non-pay week regarding a closed account, your following week’s payment may be delayed.
Benefits
The benefits offered to CSCU employees are competitive, comprehensive and demonstrate the system's commitment to the health and well-being of all its staff members.
Benefits Information Sessions
Session Dates & Times
Sessions are available on the first Tuesday of every month at 10:00 AM or the third Tuesday of every month at 1:00 PM. See list below for specifics.
- Tue, June 4th 10:00 AM
- Tue, June 18th 1:00 PM
- Tue, July 2nd 10:00 AM
- Tue, July 16th 1:00 PM
- Tue, August 6th 10:00 AM
- Tue, August 20th 1:00 PM
- Tue, September 3rd 10:00 AM
- Tue, September 17th 1:00 PM
- Tue, October 1st 10:00 AM
- Tue, October 15th 1:00 PM
Benefit Plan Information
The benefits offered to CSCU employees are competitive, comprehensive and demonstrate the system's commitment to the health and well-being of all its staff members.
State Sponsored Benefits
Healthcare and Supplemental Benefits
For ARP participants: Long Term Disability Plan
Contractual/MISC Benefits
Collective Bargaining Agreements
State Universities
CT State Community College
Charter Oak State College
Classified Bargaining Units
Policies & Procedures
- Pre-employment Background Verification Policy
- Consensual Relationship Policy
- Affirmative Action Policy Statements
- Nepotism in Employment
- Ethics Statement
- CSCU HR Policies for Management & Confidential Professional Personnel
- Code of Conduct for Regents, Employees, and Volunteers
- BOR-CSCU Statement of Title IX Policy
Workplace Support
- Worker’s Compensation Procedures
For workplace injuries, the employee should seek medical attention as soon as possible as the situation warrants and advise their supervisor and HR within 24 hours of the occurrence. For all workplace-related injuries, an approved healthcare network provider must be used and can be accessed online at Prime Health Services along with approved pharmacy services at MyMatrixx. - The Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Assistance Program for CSCU System Office and CT State Community College employees is offered through the Lexington Group. EAP services for Charter Oak State College and CT State University employees are offered by different EAP service providers. Those employees should contact their respective HR offices for EAP contact information. - Title IX
Title IX is a federal law that prohibits discrimination based on the sex (gender) of employees and students of educational institutions that receive federal financial assistance. - EEO, Affirmative Action and Non-Discrimination
Promoting a respectful, accessible and inclusive environment to all students, staff, and community within the CT State Community College, Charter Oak State College and CSCU System.
Retirement
Retirement Information Sessions
Session Dates & Times
Sessions are available on the first Wednesday of every month at 10:00 AM or the third Wednesday of every month at 1:00 PM
- Wed, September 4th 10:00 AM
- Wed, September 18th 1:00 PM
- Wed, October 2nd 10:00 AM
- Wed, October 16th 1:00 PM
Retirement Plan Information
View Retirement Plans Comparisons
SERS Tier & Hybrid Retirements
Alternate Retirement (ARP)
Teachers Retirement (TRB)
Healthcare Info
- Memo re: Healthcare Eligibility
- Retiree Healthcare Website
- Medicare Reimbursement Process
- Retiree Healthcare Planner
SEBAC Changes
Other Info
Leave Administration
Sick Leave Bank Forms
Family Medical Leave Act Forms
- Statewide Family and Medical Leave Policy (pdf)
- Family and Medical Leave Act Leave Request Form (pdf)
- Statement of Qualifying Family Relationship (pdf)
- Intent to Return to Work (pdf)
- Certification of Qualifying Exigency For Military Family Leave (pdf)
- Certification for Serious Injury or Illness of Covered Servicemember (pdf)
- Certification for Serious Injury or Illness of a Veteran for Military Caregiver Leave (pdf)
Medical Certificates
Salary Plans
- FY22 – FY25 Management / Confidential Salary Range Plans
- CT State Unclassified Bargaining Unit FY25 Salary Step Plans
- CT State Unclassified Bargaining Unit FY25 Coaches/Athletic Director’s Salary Step Plans
- CT State Unclassified Bargaining Unit FY25 Miscellaneous Rates of Pay
- CSCU State University Organization of Administrative Faculty (SUOAF) FY25 Salary Range Plan
- Charter Oak State College - American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 1214 FY25 Salary Range Plan