About

Welcome to University Human Resources, the unit charged with supporting — and empowering — NC State's people.

Managing NC State’s Talent

University Human Resources is the central HR unit for NC State University, one of the leading public research universities in the United States. We help to organize, oversee and champion the thousands of people who work for NC State in countless different roles and functions. Together, we contribute to a singular mission: creating prosperity for North Carolina, the nation and the world.

If you’re already an employee, this website hosts much of the information you need to thrive in your job and take charge of you career. And if you’re not yet a part of the NC State Wolfpack, you’ll learn why the work we do is so rewarding — and why the community we’ve built is so strong.

You Belong Here

Learn how NC State can help grow your career — and why we’re consistently ranked among the best employers in North Carolina.

Work at NC State

Discover how you can put your skills and experience to work at an institution ranked among the top 1% of universities in the world.

#2 Best Employer in North Carolina

Forbes, 2022

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Helping Employees Thrive

The core of what we do is supporting NC State employees — of all kinds, at all levels — throughout their careers. That includes giving you the tools and resources you need to do your daily work; ensuring you have vital information about benefits, perks and work-life balance at your fingertips; and helping you map out and follow a meaningful career path at this university.

And if your role at NC State includes managing human resources for your unit, we provide dedicated information (and networking opportunities) for HR professionals.

Employee Resources

Access the everyday HR information and tools you need to do your job well.

Benefits and Wellness

Explore nonwage compensation, NC State perks and our focus on work-life balance.

Career Development

See all the ways you can grow your skills, education and experience at a top university.

Guiding Our Wolfpack

NC State is a big university, with nearly 10,000 employees working in widely varied roles. Our goal is to make it small enough for you to flourish here. University Human Resources can help you recruit, retain, manage and recognize driven employees; develop your unit to best meet its objectives; or simply do your job well alongside a Wolfpack that shares your ambition.

From day one, we’ll connect you with the information and people that can help you succeed in your role — or help others succeed in theirs.

Departments

See how University Human Resources is structured and which services we provide to staff.

Projects and Processes

Explore the support we provide to help you innovate within your department or division.

Reporting and Surveys

Learn about the landscape of employment at NC State or review our most recent employee survey.

Contact Us

Whatever human resources questions you have or challenges you’re facing, we’re here to help. Our staff of passionate professionals can support you throughout your career at NC State — from the moment you apply for a job to long after you retire.

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