Welcome to Human Resources -  

Hello! On behalf of over 40 experienced and engaged members of the Office of Human Resources, welcome to the California State University, Northridge Human Resource’s web page.

As a group we are committed to our mission of providing excellent human resource programs and services to support the creation and maintenance of an outstanding teaching and learning environment where all people are valued. We fulfill this mission by creating partnerships with our campus colleagues to develop creative systems to attract, retain, develop and engage a diverse and talented group of staff, administrators and faculty.

As a University, we employ more than 4,000 faculty and staff, enroll over 40,000 students, and rank 10th in the nation in bachelor degrees awarded to underrepresented students.  While you read these pages you will see that this is a great place to work because of our genuine commitment to people as we incorporate a “culture of caring” into all that we do and in how we do it.

In our written material and in the people you interact with, you will see that we emphasize: personal competence, professionalism, personal engagement, creativity, personal accountability and the value of diversity in the workforce. If you have trouble finding the information you are looking for within these pages, please contact us, or, when we all return to campus, stop by Valera Hall, Room 165.

We invite you to learn, engage, and connect with your colleagues by taking advantage of the many training and development opportunities available through the Professional & Personal Development Program. 

Register by April 7th to participate in the SUSTAIN Wellness Challenge

CSUN Human Resources and CSUN Sustainability have partnered with Kaiser Permanente to introduce to you a new 4-week online wellness program called Sustain! Sustain is designed to foster eco-friendly habits and deeper connections to nature.  Sustain let’s you personalize your experience, practicing activities most important to you. You can choose habits to shift toward more sustainable eating, reduce, reuse, and recycle, as well as deepen your connection with the natural world and advocate   for the environment.

The Sustain Challenge is open to all CSUN employees, Associated Students, The University Corporation, University Student Union, and Student Employees, and runs from Monday, April 3 – Sunday, April 30, 2023. Be sure to sign up for Sustain before close of business, Friday, April 7, 2023. This program is free and you just might win a sustainability related prize!

The program generates spectacular natural images. You’ll practice activities that contribute to our planet’s health, many of them also enhance personal wellness and save money. Each day when you log activities, apportion of the image is revealed. The more you do, the more your image comes to life. Participating as a team is an option. Go to https://csun.sustainprogram.com/welcome to register now.

Introducing Calm - for CSUN Employees

Human Resources is pleased to introduce the Calm app as our newest wellness resource!  Whether you have 30 seconds or 30 minutes, Calm’s diverse content library offers resources to suit your schedule and needs. Explore guided meditations and specialized music playlists to help with stress and focus, mindful movement video and audio, relaxing Sleep Stories, tailored content for children, wisdom-filled masterclasses led by experts, and much more.

Employees with Kaiser Permanente as their health plan provider already have access to Calm and may sign-up directly through Kaiser.

All other state-side employees, including student employees, should visit our Calm webpage and simply follow the instructions to gain full access to Calm - the #1 app for mental fitness.

Employee Assistance Program - Life Matters Resources

In light of the on-going COVID-19 pandemic and unrest in the world, CSUN faculty, staff and their family/household members are reminded that they have access to your Employee Assistance Program - LifeMatters.  Employees can call LifeMatters at 1-800-367-7474 or visit www.myLifematters.com (password: Matadors), 24 hours/7 days a week for information and helpful resources.

Remember, if you feel that you are struggling--at any time--with what you are hearing, seeing, or reading, help is available. Reach out to a loved one or friend for support and connect with your assistance provider to discuss your options and locate a professional who can provide the guidance and reinforcement needed to help you address your concerns.

LifeMatters