Colorado Mesa University is authorized by the Board of Trustees to offer a broad array of benefits to its professional staff. Benefits are effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. If the date of hire is the first day of the month, benefits begin immediately.
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Benefit Highlights
At Colorado Mesa University, we care for our employees so they can focus on their career. You'll find we provide some of the most extensive benefits available in the Grand Valley.
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11.4% employer contribution for retirement
Employees enrolled in the 401a retirement plan contribute 8% monthly earnings and CMU contributes 11.4% of your monthly earnings.
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Free on-site gym memberships
Employees can now opt-in for free memberships to the Hamilton Rec Center.
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Wellness incentive
Employees enrolled in our Wellness Program can receive up to $50 off their monthly health insurance premiums.
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Life insurance at no cost to you
CMU provides group term life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance to employees at no cost to you. Coverage is equal to 2x the employee’s basic annual earnings up to $400,000.
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On-site childcare with reduced tuition rates
Our Little Mavs and Mini Mavericks Learning Centers provide on-site childcare for infants, toddlers and school aged children.
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Accrued vacation leave
Full time, administrative employees earn leave accrual based on their years of service.
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Paid holidays and sick leave
CMU recognizes 11 paid holidays per year and provides paid leave when you are ill.
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Up to 12 weeks Family Medical Leave
Employees working for at least 1 year are eligible for up to 12 weeks of leave due to birth of a child, adoption, serious health condition or to care for family member's health.