Human Resources

I WAS JUST HIRED, NOW WHAT DO I DO?

Welcome to Faribault Public Schools. There are a few forms that need to be completed before the school board can officially hire new employees. (Please note: this will determine your seniority date).   Once hired, you will receive electronic forms to complete. After completing the forms you will be instructed to bring in the following items:  

• Picture ID
• Social Security Card
• Voided check or savings slip for direct deposit

Our office hours are: 7:30am-4pm, Monday-Friday.

I PAY CHILD SUPPORT FOR MY FAMILY, HOW IS THIS HANDLED?

We send your name into the Minnesota New Hire Reporting Center and they will let us know how much to deduct and where to send the support check.

DO I HAVE TO GO ON DIRECT DEPOSIT?

Yes, Your paycheck is deposited directly into your bank account on payday.

WHEN WILL I GET PAID?

Checks will be deposited on the 15th or last business day before the 15th of the month, and the last business day of the month. Less than 12-month employees: If employed less than 12 months per year, employees do not qualify for unemployment compensation during the summer months, by Minnesota Statute

IF I AM GONE FROM WORK FOR A DAY, WHAT DO I DO?

Fill out the appropriate form, or submit an online request via Aesop. Once approved by your supervisor, the request is sent to the Business Office to be recorded. Time off can be viewed on Aesop and logging in with ID and password provided by Human Resource Office.

WHAT HOLIDAYS AND OTHER LEAVE DAYS AM I ENTITLED TO?

See appropriate contracts.

DO YOU HAVE AN EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM? WHAT DOES IT COVER?

The Employee Assistance Program is designed to provide professional counseling assistance for you and your family. 

Click here to access the Employee Assistance Website

Contact the principal’s/program director’s secretary in your building at once to complete a First Report of Injury Form. We are required by law to have these forms filled out. You may call the Human Resource Office or Benefits Office for further questions regarding injuries.

HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICE:
507-333-6006
BENEFITS OFFICE:
507-333-6007
 

WHO DO I TALK TO IF I FEEL THAT I AM BEING SEXUALLY HARASSED, VERBALLY HARASSED, ETC., BY A FELLOW EMPLOYEE?

Call the Human Resources Office at 507-333-6006.

I HAVE TO TRAVEL BETWEEN BUILDINGS EACH DAY. HOW WILL I BE REIMBURSED FOR THIS?

Contact your supervisor regarding your options: • $1.12 per round trip. This is added to your payroll check after the completed and signed voucher request form is submitted to the Payroll Office. • $.535 per mile during 2020. This will be an accounts payable check issued after the completed, signed and approved voucher request form is submitted to accounts payable. 
 

HOW DO I APPLY FOR A LEAVE OF ABSENCE? WHO DO I TALK TO? WHAT DO I DO WHEN I COME BACK FROM MY LEAVE?

As soon as you know you are going to need a leave of absence, inform your building administrator so an appropriate substitute can be hired in a timely manner. Next, submit a letter to the School Board requesting a leave with the dates you will be gone via the Human Resource Office. Include a doctor’s statement and completed FMLA Form. If you are taking a leave different from FML, see your contract to determine what steps must be made. When you are ready to return from a leave contact your building administrator, Personnel, and Benefits.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I'M PLACE ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE?

Your Principal should explain Unrequested Leaves to you at the time you are placed on Unrequested Leave. Contact the Human Resource Office for more information.
 

WHAT STEPS DO I HAVE TO TAKE IF I LEAVE THE DISTRICT IN THE FUTURE?

If you decide to leave the school district, submit a letter of resignation to your building administrator.

FLEX PLAN. WHAT IS IT AND HOW DOES IT WORK?

Pre-taxed dollars for Day Care and Health Care Expenses. See flex packet for more detail.

WHERE DO I GET THE FORM FOR FLEX PLAN?

Content Coming Soon.

WHAT IS LTD AND WHO PAYS FOR IT?

LTD is Long Term Disability Insurance. The District pays the premium in full if you qualify for this benefit. Refer to your individual contract for qualification.

I WOULD LIKE TO PUT SOME MONEY INTO A TAX SHELTER ANNUITY (TSA). WHAT COMPANIES DOES THE SCHOOL DISTRICT WORK WITH?

Content Coming Soon.

HOW MUCH LIFE INSURANCE WILL I HAVE AND WHAT WILL IT COST ME?

Per individual contracts, sometimes pro-rated by number of hours worked during week.

WHAT WILL MY HEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUM BE?

Per individual contracts, sometimes pro-rated by number of hours worked during week. Please review your contract documents. Contact the Benefits Office for more information.

WHO IS OUR HEALTH INSURANCE CARRIER?

Teachers - PEIP  800-829-5601
All Other Staff - BCBS  888-878-0136

WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS IF I QUALIFY FOR DISTRICT HEALTH INSURANCE BUT CAN'T AFFORD THE PREMIUMS?

Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)