Welcome New Cal Poly Staff and Faculty!

We want to ensure your success as a new employee and invite you to review some of our frequently asked questions, and a variety of employment resources and university resources.

New Employee Frequently Asked Questions

We realize as you explore and learn about the culture and resources of our campus, you may find yourself having questions that span the knowledge of various departments. Below you’ll find answers to questions we get asked most from our new employees.

Top New Employee Resources

Employee and Organization Development is here to provide support in the transition to your new position, as well as throughout your professional development here at Cal Poly. We encourage you to explore the full New Employee Website. In it, you can find practical resources and information to help orient you to campus. We’ve highlighted some resources below that we think you’ll find particularly helpful:

  • Onboarding Toolkit

    To create an individual development plan, and access on-demand courses, books, checklists, and videos to help you get to know our organization and ensure you will be successful in your new position, please visit our Onboarding Toolkit for Employees.

  • Vision 2022 & Strategic Plan

    Vision 2022 is about continuous improvement at Cal Poly. The Strategic Plan for Cal Poly is designed to provide direction for the future of the university through 2024. Visit the Vision 2022 webpage and the Strategic Plan webpage.

  • Campus Connections

    To connect with the Cal Poly community through Faculty-Staff Associations, the Staff Learning Community, and community Clubs & Organizations, please visit our New Employee Webpage.

  • Sweeteners & Discounts

    Employment at Cal Poly comes with several advantages including discounted and free resources, access to campus events, and various opportunities to get involved in growing and learning. To explore employment sweeteners, please visit the Sweeteners Webpage.

  • Payroll Calendar

    To view important payroll dates, please see the Online Payroll Calendar.

  • President’s Office Organization Chart

    To view the campus leaders and overall structure of our organization, please view the President’s Office Organization Chart below.

  • Emergency Reference Guide

    For information on emergency action plans and contact information provided by the Department of Emergency Management, please visit the Emergency Reference Guide.

  • Faculty and Staff Housing

    Cal Poly Partners manages, leases and owns property enabling Cal Poly’s Learn By Doing instruction. It also offers and develops attainable housing options for faculty and staff. For more information on this program, please visit the Faculty and Staff Housing page.

  • SLO Chamber Member Benefits

    Since 1904, the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce has been dedicated to serving SLO County. You are invited to be an active participant in, and engaged caretaker of, the place you have chosen to build your life and career. Connect with other community members through Membership Mixers, Good Morning SLO events, and more! Learn how you can get involved with the SLO Chamber.

 University Resources

Office of University Diversity and Inclusion

 Employment Resources

Civil Rights & Compliance Office