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We all know that the first day on the job can be exciting but can also be overwhelming. You will be introduced to new people, new policies and procedures, new responsibilities and a new culture. This portal was designed to help equip you with the tools and resources you need to help ease your transition. Please note: Many of the links, services and documents may only be accessible with a Harvard email.

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  • Richard A. and Susan F. Smith Campus Center 8th floor (1350 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02138-3846)
    • Hours: Mon - Fri: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
      Sat – Sun and University Holidays: closed
    • Walk-ins welcome. The photo will be taken on site. Be sure to bring a photo ID, such as a driver's license, state issued ID card, or passport.
  • Harvard Longwood ID Office; Kresge New Research Building (677 Huntington Ave. Ste 119 - NRB (77 Avenue Louis Pasteur; Room 133, Boston, MA 02115)
    • Office closed for walk-in service
    • Submit a passport style photo via email to idoffice@hsph.harvard.edu. Reference the photo specifications below. Once the photo has been uploaded, they will notify you via email. Do not arrive without prior email confirmation from the ID Office.
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    • Hours: Mon - Fri: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
      Sat – Sun and University Holidays: closed
    • Walk-ins welcome. The photo will be taken on site. Be sure to bring a photo ID, such as a driver's license, state issued ID card, or passport.

PeopleSoft Time Reporting and Absence Management

PeopleSoft is Harvard’s HR management tool, and you will use it for many aspects of your employment including timesheet entry and absence management. By the end of your first day, log into PeopleSoft to input your direct deposit information as well as updating your state/federal tax information, if appropriate.

Timesheet/Absence Deadlines:

    • Timesheets for the week are submitted by 5:00 pm each Friday. Managers approve timesheets by 4:00 pm the following Monday.
    • Absences are submitted and approved by 4:00 pm every Friday. 

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Sign Up for/Edit Direct Deposit

Through the PeopleSoft portal, paid employees enter/update their direct deposit information. You cannot sign up prior to your first day. The University takes 5-8 business to process these requests so it is strongly encouraged to complete this on your first day. Details instructions can be found here. Please also note:  

  • You cannot withdraw from direct deposit through Self Service. Contact University Financial Services for assistance at (617) 495-8500, option 4. 
  • Please elect to no longer receive a paper copy of your pay advice.  This saves paper, printing, and delivery costs. Harvard policy does not allow both a direct deposit and a physical check.

Benefits Enrollment

Through the PeopleSoft portal, benefits-eligible employees have 30 days to elect/opt out of benefits coverage. If you have any questions regarding benefits enrollment, please contact the benefits office at 617-496-4001.

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The following policies are natural outgrowths of the Aboretum’s Arboretum's position as a global citizen and leader in the field:

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