How do I put someone on payroll?
Employment at the Research Foundation (RF) begins with the recruitment process and individuals becoming familiar with the policies that the RF follows to fulfill its obligation as a federal contractor. The process requires the RF to abide by Presidential Executive Order 11246 which prohibits job discrimination and requires affirmative action (see the Recruitment section for more information).
Individuals need to understand the responsibilities as a Principal Investigator (PI) or project staff member in regard to the hiring process. The first step in the hiring process is the paperwork. The request to recruit form should be completed by the PI indicating whether or not the hire is subject to a search waiver due to the reasons listed on the form.
When a candidate is identified, the PI must submit the New Hire / Rehire Information form. The RF at Buffalo State uses an electronic onboarding process, Interview Exchange, and the required forms will be forwarded via this system to the new hire. All forms must be completed and submitted before the individual can be put on payroll. If the person does not have access to the internet, the SPO HR office has computers available for their use.
The prospective employee must visit the SPO HR office in Buckham B206 to present identification to accompany the I-9 form, so that employment eligibility in the U.S. can be verified. This must be done within 3 business days after the start date, by law. For additional assistance please contact Laura Leone at leonelj@buffalostate.edu or 716-878-3048 or Kyle Genovese at genovekj@buffalostate.edu or 716-878-5390.