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HR Hiring & Terminations

The resources here are tailored just for HR partners. 

For more information and resources related to hiring and transitions, see the People Leaders area.

Hiring & Transitions for People Leaders


Employment Application

A printable/fillable form for instances when applying for positions via Workday isn't possible or recommended.

Cornell University Employment Application


Temporary and Casual Appointments

Information about definitions, pay rates, benefits eligibility, appointment processing and ID cards.

Temporary and Casual Appointments


Temporary and Contract Staff

Information on the Division of Financial Services Procurement Services website.

Temporary and Contract Staff


Background Checks

Information about background check and referral process, policy, and FAQs

Background Checks


DNH Without Prior Approval Procedure

Guidance on the internal procedure for designating an individual, including a former employee, as  "Do Not Hire Without Prior Approval."

DNH Without Prior Approval Procedure


Layoff and Early Termination

Guides and resources for layoff of staff and early termination due to lack of funding for non-professorial academic appointments, and subsequent exit procedures, including layoff notification training, preparing for a layoff/early termination, institutional review and approval, case management services, layoff packet materials, short-term disability and workers' compensation, sample layoff letters, layoff guidance for out-of-NYS employees, and other resources.

Layoff & Early Termination


Final Pay Compliance

Final paycheck laws differ from state to state - this page includes details for specific requirements, timelines, and action steps.

Final Pay Compliance


Work Authorization FAQ

Guidance about sponsorship of employer-based immigration and petitions and work permits, including what can be asked of or said to job applicants and what actions may be taken.

Work Authorization FAQ