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- Employment Verification (Salary Included)
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- Health Plan Rates as of October 2024
- Health Benefits Program Rate Changes
- Workplace Violence Prevention Program
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- Personnel Order 2024-02 Assistant Principal Custodial Supervisor (80560)
- Personnel Order 2024-03 Fleet Coordinator (04907)
Welcome
At the Office of Human Resources, we foster a positive and inclusive workplace environment, valuing every individual within our thriving college community. Our comprehensive services support employees throughout their work life cycle. We administer benefits and compensation packages to ensure their well-being and offer opportunities for professional growth through recruitment, training, and development programs.
As partners in your work life cycle, we offer a range of services, including recruitment, benefits, training and development, payroll, labor relations, employee relations, and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS). Our dedicated team is committed to providing exceptional support and meeting the needs of our campus community.
Our vision is to be at the forefront of HR solutions and practices, positioning LaGuardia Community College as the employer of choice not only within CUNY but also beyond. In all that we do, we uphold the values that guide us. We understand the importance of confidentiality and safeguard the information entrusted to us. Above all, we prioritize safety and security, promoting a work environment that is safe and healthy for all. We continuously strive to meet evolving needs and create a dynamic and supportive environment for our valued employees, and are here to support your success and growth within our vibrant community. Thank you for choosing LaGuardia Community College. We are here to support your success and growth within our vibrant community.
Workers Bill of Rights (English)
To view the Workers Bill of Rights in different languages, please visit the NYC Consumer and Worker Protection webpage.
Forms:
- Tuition Waiver Request
- Change of Address
- Advance Approval of Leave
- FMLA Request Form
- Non-FMLA Request Form
- PFL Opt-Out Form
Links:
- CUNY Relocation Resources
- CCA@yourservice
- CUNY’s Dedicated Sick Leave Program
- CUNY FML Policy
- Employee Labor Law Posters
- PFL Paid Family Leave
- Pension option for Instructional Staff: TIAA ORP or TRS
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness – CUNYfirst Employee Guide
- Sexual Harassment (English)
- Sexual Harassment (Spanish)
- Holiday Schedule (9/1/23 – 8/31/24)
- Holiday Schedule (9/1/24 – 8/31/25)
- Time to Vote Policy
- Personnel Order 2020-02 – City Seasonal Aide Deletion
- PSC Contract Memo & FAQs
- Drugs and Alcohol Policy
- Environmental Health and Safety Guide
- Executive Compensation Plan
- Lactation Room Policy and Procedures
- Military Leave and Benefits Coverage
- Personnel Review Committee Policies and Procedures
- Policies and Procedures On Nondiscrimination and Sexual Harassment
- President’s Reaffirmation of Diversity/Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
- Procedures Concerning Sexual Assault, Stalking and Domestic, and Intimate Partner Violence Against Students
- Reasonable Accommodations and Academic Adjustments
- Risks and Consequences of Drug and Alcohol Use
- Sexual Misconduct Policy /Student’s Bill of Rights Policy
- Student & Employee Requests for Name and Gender Changes
- Time Off for Religious Observance
- Time to Vote on Election Day
- Workplace Violence Policy and Prevention Program- 2012
Health Maintenance Organization (HMO’s)
Insurance Provider | Phone / Website |
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CIGNA Healthcare | (800) 244-4466 www.cigna.com |
Empire HMO (NY) | (800) 767-8672 www.empireblue.com |
Vytra Healthcare | (800) 448-2527 www.vytra.com |
HIP Prime HMO (Emblem Health) | (800) 447-6929 www.hipusa.com |
GHI HMO (Emblem Health) | (877) 244 www.ghi.com |
Point Of Service (POS), Exclusive Provider Organizations (EPO) & Participating Provider Organizations (PPO) Indemnity Plans
Insurance Provider | Phone / Website |
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DC37 Med-Team (DC37 members only) | (212) 501-4444 www.ghi.com |
Empire EPO | (800) 767-8672 www.empireblue.com/nyc |
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield | (800) 433-9592 www.empireblue.com |
HIP Prime POS (Emblem Health) | (800) 447-6929 www.hipusa.com |
Unions
Union | Website |
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DC37 Union | www.dc37.net |
PSC-CUNY Union Welfare Fund Current | www.psccunywf.org |
PSC Contract | https://psc-cuny.org/psc-contracts/ |
Salary Schedule | https://psc-cuny.org/salary-schedules/ |
Service Employees International Union (SEIU) | www.seiu.org |
Int’l Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) | www.local237.org |
The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) | www.iatse.net |
New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) | www.nysna.org |
Pension Plans | Website |
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TRS | https://www.trsnyc.org/ |
TIAA | www.tiaa-cref.org |
BERS | www.bers.nyc.gov |
NYCERS | www.nycers.org |
- Benefits Orientation – CET
- Benefits Orientation – Full-Time Civil Service
- Benefits Orientation – Classified Hourly & College Assistant
- Benefits Orientation – Instructional Staff
- Have It Your Way! Create a Customized Leadership Development Program That Works
- Intro To Position Management
- Middle States Presentation
- Municipal Credit Union
- Research Foundation
- CUNY Graduate Center
- The City University of NY (CUNY)
- Domestic Partnership Enrollment Information
- 529 College Savings Plan
- City of New York’s 401(k) Retirement Plan (Available Only to Community College Employees)
- NYS Deferred Compensation Plan 457(b)
- Flexible Spending Accounts Information
Department Contacts
NAME | TITLE | PHONE |
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Mary C. DiGangi | Executive Director of Human Resources | 718-482-5080 |
Robert Niesen | CUNY Office Assistant (Assistant to the Director) | 718-482-5519 |
Vacant | Human Resources Manager (Benefits) | 718-482-5079 |
Bonnie Brown | Human Resources Specialist (Benefits) | 718-482-5087 |
Angel Pasan | CUNY Office Assistant (Benefits) | 718-482-5075 |
Evelyn Almanzar | Human Resources Manager (ECP/HEO) | 718-482-5064 |
Karamvir Kaur | Human Resources Specialist (Faculty) | 718-482-5075 |
Rosemay Chaperon | Human Resources Coordinator (Adjuncts) | 718-482-5075 |
Peggy Williams | Human Resources Coordinator (CUNYFirst) | 718-482-5081 |
Philip Kraatz | Human Resources Specialist (Recruiter) | 718-482-7085 |
Luis Ortiz | CUNY Office Assistant (Part-Time Civil Service) | 718-482-5075 |
Leslier Uribe Lozano | CUNY Office Assistant (Part-Time Civil Service) | 718-482-5534 |
Daisy Caceres | Human Resources IT Associate | 718-482-6065 |
Jose Plasencia | Professional Development & Training Manager | 718-482-7084 |
Yasuhito Denda | Assistant to HEO | 718-482-5079 |
Natasha Ford | Senior HR Generalist for Non-Tax Levy Entities | 718-482-5075 |
What is HR Help?
Part of Service Now which is our new CUNY Enterprise Ticketing System that will improve our efficiency, customer service by collecting and tracking inquiries that come into the Human Resources Department.
Service Now will organize and prioritize inquiries and help us respond to customers in a more efficient and timely manner.
How To Use Service Now?
1. Login to Service Now @ https://cunyithelp.cuny.edu/csp
2. Please click for instructions on how to create a ticket for Human Resources and Payroll
Need Help or Have Questions about Service Now?
You may explore CUNY’s knowledge base to learn more information about the new Service Now ticketing system. You can also submit a ticket by visiting our Service Now catalog of services.