Human Resources

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.

• Information for W&L Employees
• Employee Handbooks and Code of Policies
• Emergency Management
• Employee Relations and Communications
• Annual Notices to Employees
• Work/Life Initiatives
• Public Safety

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.

• Employment Opportunities
• About W&L
• Visiting W&L
• About Lexington
• Employee Benefits
• Employee Handbooks and Code of Policies
• Dual Career Resources

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:

• Employee Handbooks and Code of Policies
• Benefits
• Child Care
• Dual Career Resources
• Employee Resource Groups
• Relocating to Lexington
• Workplace Harassment Prevention

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.

• Information for Retirees
• Benefits for Retirees
• Retirement Health Benefits
• Long Time Service Retirees
• Benefits for Survivors
• Resources at Your Fingertips

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.

• Information for Supervisors
• Resource Guide for New Supervisors
• New Employee Checklist
• Recruitment and Hiring
• PATH
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Counseling Forms