New Employee Information
Welcome to Valparaiso University!
As a new member of the Valparaiso University community, we are delighted to have you join us in our mission of scholarship, freedom and faith. Your contributions will play a vital role in shaping the success of our institution.
Explore this page to access essential resources, information, and support for a smooth transition into your new role.
Workplace Resources:
As a new employee, you have 30 days from your hire date to enroll in your benefits. If you haven’t started yet, now is the time!
How to Enroll:
- Review the Benefits Guide for a complete overview.
- Log into the Self-Service Portal to complete your enrollment.
Earn a $25 Biometric Screening Discount:
Valparaiso University provides a free health clinic, Marathon Health, for benefits-eligible employees. By completing a Biometric Screening and lab draw, you can receive a $25 discount on your benefits contribution. If your spouse is covered under your plan, they’re eligible for the discount too!
How to schedule your biometric screening:
Call: 866-434-3255
Visit: marathon-health.com
Not Planning to Enroll? Let Us Know!
If you choose not to enroll in benefits, please log into the Self-Service Portal and decline coverage.
We’re Here to Help!
If you have any questions or need assistance, reach out to Human Resources at human.resources@valpo.edu or call 219-464-6759.
Confluence is Valparaiso University’s centralized knowledge management platform where teams can store, organize, and access important information, documentation, and project details. Whether you need company policies, team resources, or collaborative project spaces, Confluence makes it easy to find and share information in one central location.
As a new employee, you can use Confluence to review Human Resources- How to training articles.
If you need help getting started, reach out to helpdesk@valpo.edu
At Valparaiso University, the Human Resources (HR) department is separate from the Payroll Department. For any inquiries related to compensation, tax information, or payroll matters, please contact the Payroll Department directly at payroll@valpo.edu.