Work-Life Balance

At Rutgers, our employees are our greatest asset in fulfilling our mission and strategic goals. Generous paid time off to unwind and enjoy time away from work, includes vacation time, paid holidays, personal days, and administrative leave days. . Rutgers also has generous sick leave, provisions for jury duty, bereavement leave, military compassionate leave, and family and medical leave.

An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is not just another employee mental health benefit. It is a comprehensive best-practice strategy for the retention and enhancement of employees for the execution of critical workplace functions.

EAP Overview

A flexible work arrangement consists of a schedule that differs from an employee’s standard workweek. Options include, but are not limited to ad hoc, flex workday schedule, compressed workweek, and hybrid. In rare circumstances, the university may also consider fully remote work arrangements.

FlexWork Guidelines

At Rutgers, we're committed to ensuring our valued employees enjoy the best-in-class health benefits and paid time off options that foster both physical and mental well-being. We understand the importance of striking the perfect balance between work and life. Our comprehensive paid time off options listed below are designed with you in mind, giving you the freedom to recharge, relax, and rejuvenate, so you can perform at your absolute best.

Paid Time Off