Leaving the UA

If you are leaving the University of Arizona, there are some important things to know.

This page will help you navigate these changes and make the most of the new opportunities they create.

Remember: Before your last day, log in to UAccess Employee and check your Personal Information Summary to ensure your personal contact information is up-to-date. 


How Separation Affects Benefits

You may have questions about your health benefits, retirement plans, accrued sick and vacation leave, qualified tuition reduction, email accounts, and other benefits. Please visit the How Job Change Or Separation Affects Your Benefits webpage for full guidance.

Benefits after Separation

Separation

(n.) the act of leaving your University position for any reason, including resignation, layoff, termination, or nonrenewal of contract.

 


Preparing for Retirement

For comprehensive information about planning for, transitioning through, and thriving beyond University retirement, download and view our guides. Choose the correct version based on your retirement plan.

Getting Ready to Retire Guide - ASRS (PDF)    Getting Ready to Retire Guide - ORP (PDF)

 

Road Ahead Website

Learn what steps you can take to prepare for retirement and successfully transition to your “third act.”

View Road Ahead Website

View all University and state retirement forms.

Retiring Faculty Resources

Learn about emeritus status and retirement from this Faculty Affairs resource.
 

View Faculty Resources

 

UA Retirement Advisors

For questions about retiring from the University, or to schedule a one-on-one retirement advising session, contact the retirement advisor based on your unit location and the first letter of your last name:

Unit Location Advisor Advisor's Email
Tucson Campuses and Satellite Offices
Last Names A–L Renee Aragon Verdugo hrsolutions@arizona.edu
Last Names M–Z Michelle Robinson hrsolutions@arizona.edu
UA Health Sciences - Phoenix Michelle Wilson hr-phx@arizona.edu

Reduction in Force/Nonrenewal

If you have experienced a layoff or nonrenewal, please review these transitional support services to help you navigate this difficult period to find and land your next position.

Applying for Internal University Positions

University Staff who are laid off are still eligible to apply for internal-only University positions. If you obtain another benefits-eligible position within the University prior to your separation effective date, you can be transferred to the new position immediately.

Apply for University Positions

Outplacement Services

The University has contracted with the outplacement firm Professional Development Strategies to support employees affected by reductions in force, nonrenewals, or career transitions. Outplacement firms provide career transition services to help you identify and land new employment. Examples include:

  • Help with writing a resume and positioning yourself on social media

  • Refining job search strategies

  • Identifying needs and opportunities for professional skills development

  • Honing interviewing skills

In some cases, a department may agree to pay for outplacement services when an employee is laid off or nonrenewed. Individual University employees may also contact these vendors directly and pay out-of-pocket. If you identify yourself as a University employee, you can receive the University's contracted rate.

Professional Development Strategies (PDS)

Representative: John Singer
Phone: 520-395-0574
Emailjsinger@pdscareers.com

PDS is a local Tucson firm that specializes in one-on-one, personalized service and crafting a customized resume. They have global capability but their network is focused in Arizona, New Mexico, and eastern California. Service packages range from one-day workshops (groups only), to 30, 60, 90, or 180 days of weekly consultations with unlimited consultant access.

Visit PDS Website

State and County Resources

State and county governments offer career support that you may be eligible for. Please review the following resources available to you.

Unemployment Insurance

You may be eligible for unemployment benefits. Contact the Department of Economic Security (DES) Employment Security Administration offices to learn more or apply.
 
 

Visit DES website
Or, if in Tucson, call: 520-791-2722

View the Arizona Unemployment Insurance Information PDF.

Career Search Resources

Pima County one-stop career centers provide reemployment services, including job search assistance, career counseling, skills workshops, resume and interview practice, unemployment insurance information, use of computers and other office equipment, and library resources.

Visit One-Stop Career Centers
Or call: 520-798-0500


Resources for Employees

It is normal for job changes to cause stress and anxiety. The University offers support options for employees to help navigate this period. Please reach out for more information.

Employee & Career Advising

Advisors offer phone and in-person consultations on a wide range of issues, including employment separation advising and employee relations.

Main Campus
HR-employeeadvising@arizona.edu

Health Sciences Tucson
HR-UAHS@arizona.edu
520-626-5593

Health Sciences Phoenix
HR-PHX@arizona.edu

602-827-2600

Resources for Difficult Times

Links to community and state-wide resources that may be helpful in navigating challenges. These links are for informational purposes only.
 

Resources for Difficult Times