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We are here to help. Your future is our future.
We are committed to offering tools that can help you grow and develop professionally as you navigate your individual career journey. And no journey is alike. For many roles, this includes career coaching, tuition support, a host of training opportunities, and a direct connection to our hiring managers who can locate mentors and new opportunities.
Please use the links below for answers to commonly asked questions. And reach out to the UR Career Pathways team for more information.
We are here to help. Your future is our future.
We are committed to offering tools that can help you grow and develop professionally as you navigate your individual career journey. And no two journeys are alike. For many roles, the tools include career coaching, tuition support, a host of training opportunities, and a direct connection to our hiring managers who can locate mentors and new opportunities.
Please see commonly asked questions below, and reach out to the UR Career Pathways team for more information.
What is the Career Navigation Service?
Career Navigation Service is a support service offered through the UR Career Pathways program which helps employees identify career opportunities that may interest them and help them toward the achievement of their career goals. We are committed to providing you with the education, resources, and support you need to power your personal career journey. We want to help you realize your goals and encourage new ones.
What are Career Pathways?
Career Pathways are job paths that have been identified as opportunities for growth and advancement. At this time, the UR Career Pathways program is focused on positions that are in high-demand.
Who is eligible for Career Navigation Service?
Participants who have been selected to participate in the UR Career Pathways program are eligible to participate. Consult with your supervisor or reach out to the UR Career Pathways team for information.
Do I need to work at the University full-time to participate?
Yes, employee full-time status is required. View program eligibility criteria.
Do I need to work at the University after completing the program?
The goal of our program is to build a program that offers staff members the opportunity to develop long-term, rewarding careers at the University of Rochester.
What careers are eligible?
Currently, we are focusing on training employees for a group of high-demand positions at the University of Rochester. Please consider the high-demand position options available that interest you; consider your career goals; and then consult with your supervisor or reach out to the UR Career Pathways team for information.
Do I need supervisor approval?
Supervisor approval is needed to participate. Much of the Career Navigation Service takes place during the workday. Additionally, these career development opportunities are available to those who have shown success in their current roles. The program is available to employees who are in good standing (no disciplinary action within the last six months) and requires an application process.
While working a full-time position, when would I be able to train?
If accepted into the program, you would be allowed up to eight hours of paid release time (based on FTE status) to focus on your studies. Because much of the training may take place during regular work shifts, your supervisor would commit to covering your responsibilities while you are away.
How long would I be in the program?
Your time in the program will vary depending on your career path. For instance, Outpatient Access Representative positions typically would need between one to two months of training, whereas becoming a Registered Nurse may require two years of training.
Do I need to pay tuition upfront, out-of-pocket for training?
Unlike many career development initiatives, UR Career Pathways doesn’t require upfront tuition from employees selected for the program. It provides advanced tuition payments without cost or delay.
How do I participate in the Career Navigation Service?
To participate in the Career Navigation Service, please touch base with your immediate supervisor to discuss your career goals and the possibility of participating in this program. Here is a guide you may find helpful for your conversation. You also are welcome to contact our “Career Pathways” team and we can provide you with more information.
Are there other career development options?
If the Career Pathways program is not a good fit for you at this time, please consider the MyCareer Plan Self-Guided Career Development and MyPath Professional Development Workshops to help identify other career options that may be of interest to you.
What is the Career Navigation Program?
Career Navigation is a support service to foster internal employee movement through the UR Career Pathways to achieve career goals. This program was created as part of the University of Rochester Equity and Anti-Racism Action Plan. We are committed to providing you with the education, resources and support you need to power your personal career journey. We want to help you realize your goals and encourage new ones.
What are Career Pathways?
Career Pathways are job paths that have been identified as opportunities for advancement for employees like you. At this time, the University is focusing on high-demand positions.
Who is eligible for Career Navigation?
Any University employee who has been with our organization for at least one year and is in good-standing (no disciplinary action within the last six months) is eligible. Consult with your supervisor or reach out to the UR Career Pathways team for information.
Do I need to work at UR full-timefull time to participate?
Yes.
Do I need to work at UR after completing the program?
Developing a rich, rewarding and long-term career with the University is the aim and goal of our program. It is an expectation that you will continue to contribute to our organization in the future, so that we can continue to support and enhance each other, and in turn our Rochester community.
What careers are eligible?
Currently, we are focusing on training employees like you for a group of high-demand positions at the University of Rochester. Please consider the options that interest you and your career goals, and then consult with your supervisor or reach out to the UR Career Pathways team for information.
Do I need supervisor approval?
Supervisor approval is needed to participate. Much of the Career Navigation Program takes place during the work day. Additionally, these career development opportunities are available to those who have shown success in their current roles: it is available to employees who are in good standing (no disciplinary action within the last 6 months).
With a full-time position, when would I be able to train?
If accepted into the program, you would be allowed eight hours of paid release time per week to focus on your studies. Because much of the training would take place during regular work shifts, your supervisor would commit to covering your responsibilities while you are away.
How long would I be in the program?
The time you would spend training for a new career would depend on what position you are seeking. Outpatient access specialist positions would mean between x and x months of training, whereas becoming a registered nurse may require x.
Do I need to pay tuition upfront, out-of-pocket for training?
Unlike many career development initiatives, UR Career Pathways doesn’t require tuition from the employee. It provides advanced tuition payments so that you can proceed on your personal journey without cost and without delay.
How do I pursue Career Navigation?
To pursue Career Navigation, please touch base with your immediate supervisor to discuss your career goals and the possibility of participating in this program. Here is a guide you may find helpful for your conversation. You also are welcome to contact our team and we can provide you with more information.
Are there other Career Development Options?
Absolutely! If the Career Navigation Service is not a good fit for you at this time, please consider MyCareer Plan self-guided Career Development and MyPath Professional Development Workshops.
We’re here to help you advance your career
Direct any questions on the UR Career Pathways program to our team at URCareerPathways@rochester.edu.