Human Resources

The Office of Human Resources engages with the Washington and Lee University community in a welcoming and professional manner offering people-focused consultation, programming, and resources to recruit, welcome, develop, and support our faculty and staff.

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Current Employees

The Office of Human Resources serves the Washington and Lee community by supporting its most valuable asset, its employees. We hope you will familiarize yourself with the Employee Handbook and with the many benefits and resources the University offers to faculty and staff.

Washington Hall and the Colonnade

Job Seekers

Washington and Lee University strives to recruit and retain exceptionally qualified faculty and staff who are committed to the values of the University. To do this, we work to provide compensation consistent with peer institutions, enhanced benefits and training opportunities. Additionally, we’re always working to enhance our work life initiatives to allow employees to be successful at home and at work.

University Chapel and a column of the Colonnade looking out at Front Lawn

New Employees

Welcome to Washington and Lee University! The Office of Human Resources (HR) is here to assist you. We hope you’ll find both meaningful work and a warm and welcoming community. We value your contribution and are glad you have chosen to work at Washington and Lee. We offer several resources to help you through the transition:

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Retirees

Washington and Lee University honors retirees by providing benefits to support healthcare costs, encourage external interests and stay connected with W&L for years to come. Retiree health insurance benefits are determined by date of hire.

George Washington statue on the top of Washington Hall

Supervisors

Managing your employees is fundamental to their success. Here you will find resources and guidance on topics that address key aspects of hiring and managing employees at various stages of their careers. If you’d like to talk about a managerial challenge or are wondering how to accomplish an administrative goal, HR is here to support you.

Announcements

SIGN UP NOW for an ON-CAMPUS Biometric Screening Appointment THIS WEEK!

SIGN UP for your biometric screening appointment through your Live Well W&L account. On campus:Oct. 13&nbs

Upcoming Events

Oct 13 - 6:30 am - 10:30 am

Live Well W&L Biometric Screenings (by appointment at the Wellness Fair)

SIGN UP for your biometric screening appointment through your Live Well W&L accountOn campus:Oct. 13 Cannan G

Oct 13 - 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Live Well W&L Employee Wellness Fair

More information coming soon!

Oct 13 - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Rich Carroll from TIAA will be here on October 13, 2026

If you would like to schedule an appointment to meet with Rich Carroll regarding your TIAA retirement account, he w

Oct 13 - 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

John Merritt from Creative Planning will be here on October 13, 2026

If you would like to make an appointment to meet with John Merritt for personal financial planning through Creative

Oct 14 - 6:30 am - 10:30 am

Live Well W&L Biometric Screenings by Appointment

SIGN UP for your biometric screening appointment through your Live Well W&L accountOn campus:Oct. 14 2 S. Mai

Oct 14 - 10:00 am - 2:30 pm

John Merritt with Creative Planning will be here on October 14, 2026

If you would like to make an appointment to meet with John Merritt for personal financial planning through Creative

Oct 14 - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Museum Mindfulness Initiative: Artful Yoga!

Join the W&L Art Museum and Stephanie Sandberg, W&L GroupEx yoga instructor and Associate Professor of Thea

Oct 14 - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

TIAA Webinar - Quarterly economic and market update

Hear from the experts in our Wealth Chief Investment Office about key drivers of the markets and economy that are i

Oct 15 - 6:30 am - 10:30 am

Live Well W&L Biometric Screenings by Appointment

SIGN UP for your biometric screening appointment through your Live Well W&L accountOn campus:Oct. 15 2 S. Mai

Oct 20 - 6:30 am - 10:30 am

Live Well W&L Biometric Screenings by Appointment

SIGN UP for your biometric screening appointment through your Live Well W&L accountOn campus:Oct. 20 2 S. Mai

Oct 21 - 11:00 am - 11:30 am

TIAA Webinar: What is an annuity? Know the basics.

Annuities have been around for more than 2,000 years. But many people don’t know much about them. We’re going to ta

Oct 27 - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Rich Carroll from TIAA will be here on October 27, 2026

If you would like to schedule an appointment to meet with Rich Carroll regarding your TIAA retirement account, he w

Oct 28 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

John Merritt with Creative Planning will be here on October 28, 2026

If you would like to make an appointment to meet with John Merritt for personal financial planning through Creative

Nov 04 - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Museum Mindfulness Initiative: Artful Yoga!

Join the W&L Art Museum and Stephanie Sandberg, W&L GroupEx yoga instructor and Associate Professor of Thea

Dec 02 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

John Merritt with Creative Planning will be here on December 2, 2026

If you would like to make an appointment to meet with John Merritt for personal financial planning through Creative

Dec 02 - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Museum Mindfulness Initiative: Artful Yoga!

Join the W&L Art Museum and Stephanie Sandberg, W&L GroupEx yoga instructor and Associate Professor of Thea

Dec 03 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

John Merritt with Creative Planning will be here on December 3, 2026

If you would like to make an appointment to meet with Patrick Abelon for personal financial planning through Creati