Recruitment FAQs

Directly impact and provide input on university policy development. 

Learn about university governance and operations.  

Engage with staff and administrators throughout the university. 

Collaborate with colleagues dedicated to enhancing the staff experience.  

Networking opportunities with a variety of university and statewide partners.

A successful USAC member will be able to make independent decisions and judgments. USAC members can plan, prioritize, balance, and review a variety of initiatives and projects that must be completed simultaneously and on time. USAC members are expected to think critically about a variety of evolving issues facing staff. Members must combine creativity and content knowledge to offer solutions for staff professional development, while working to shape and foster a positive culture. 

USAC members often seek input from staff constituents and translate this information into viable recommendations to university leadership. Members will be asked to review and provide recommendations on new and revised university policies and initiatives. Due to the nature and timing of some discussions, it is necessary that members be able to use discretion regarding personal and confidential matters. 

Members also serve on one of four subcommittees (Governance; Inclusive Excellence; Outreach & Engagement; or Staff Affairs) and are expected to attend regularly scheduled subcommittee meetings, complete assigned tasks, participate in taskforce assignments, and attend special events and regular business meetings. 

Members are effective interpersonal, oral, and written communicators and have the ability to clearly communicate ideas with people of all experiences, leadership levels, and diverse backgrounds, while maintaining a positive and collaborative work environment. They have good time management and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and are strong relationship builders and have the ability to work closely with individuals from a variety of areas. Members have the ability to positively advocate and must be able to be patient with the pace of change and have a desire to learn more about the university’s culture, structure and leadership processes. 

Participants serve 3-year terms, meeting several times a month for committee activities including business and subcommittee meetings, events with senior leaders, and special events. The monthly time commitment is about 5 hours, plus any preparation for meetings and events. 

Note to supervisors: Members are expected to be able to participate on the committee as part of their typical work hours and should not be utilizing comp time, sick time, or vacation time to participate in committee activities. 

Participants are expected to commit to all of the following: 

• A full day retreat in August addressing USAC principles, structure, and team building 
• Biweekly business meetings on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of every month 
  • 2nd Wednesday morning online meeting 9:00-10:30 a.m.​* 
  • 4th Wednesday afternoon in-person (online option) 2:30-4:30 p.m.​* 
• Monthly meetings with subcommittees and/or task forces 
• Quarterly meetings and events with senior leaders 
• Special events 

*These days and times are subject to change to be more inclusive of varying staff roles across the university. 

We will begin accepting applications in February. Keep an eye on our website, LinkedIn page and newsletter for updates and announcements. Join us at our February 12 open meeting to learn more about USAC and how to apply. You can also email us to set up a time to talk to a current member about commitments and requirements.

Yes. USAC may appoint only one regional campus staff member per year who is paid through a cost shared appointment. If appointed, the cost shared staff member must be a 75% FTE during their time as an active USAC member. If a regional campus staff is not paid via cost shared appointment, there is no limitation on the number of regional campus staff appointed to USAC.

Members maintain their 3-year term through any job changes at The Ohio State University as long as they maintain the USAC eligibility requirements.