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While not housed in the Compensation department, there are a few other areas you may need to reach regarding compensation questions. 

Faculty Pay

The office of Academic Personnel processes all personnel actions for Kent State University faculty members and graduate assistants. This office is the official record holder of all faculty and graduate assistant files. Read More>>

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets minimum hourly wage, overtime pay, equal pay, record keeping and child labor standards for employees who are covered by the act.  Kent State University employees are covered by this act.  This act also addresses which employees are exempt from specific provisions of the act, such as overtime pay. Read More>>

Payroll

The Payroll Office handles pay schedules, direct deposit, tax forms and more. Read More>>

Student Employment

The Office of Career Exploration and Development handles student employment and compensation. Read More>>

Unemployment Compensation

Unemployment compensation is an insurance program that helps unemployed workers. Unemployment benefits are paid out of employer taxes. Workers do not pay any part of the cost of unemployment benefits, but the benefits are subject to federal income tax. Ohio Job and Family Services (ODJFS) processes requests for unemployment compensation benefits and helps individuals find employment. Unemployment claims for Kent State University are processed by the Records Department. Read More>>