There are a wide variety of discounts and resources exclusively designed for our valued UMB employees available on the Human Resource Services website in the “Current Employees” section.
At the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), we believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our success and, together, we make up a vibrant community. As part of our commitment to our employees, the Human Resource Services (HRS) team wants to help you discover and access all of UMB’s exceptional benefits, perks, and discounts — some of which you may have never heard of — that are tailored to enhance your professional and personal life.
Usually at the top of every new employee’s list of things to learn about and understand when onboarding is health insurance and paid leave. And while UMB offers a generous benefits package including comprehensive state of Maryland health benefits plans and retirement options, as well as 22 vacation days, 14 holidays, and 15 sick days, there is so much more available for employees.
From a robust Live Near Your Work program (a homebuying assistance initiative for employees that offers money toward the down payment and closing costs of homes in select West Baltimore neighborhoods) to tuition remission (which provides employees with the opportunity to take classes at a University System of Maryland institution with waived tuition), UMB’s list of other benefits, perks, and discounts is extensive.
There are a wide variety of discounts and resources exclusively designed for our valued UMB employees available on the HRS website in the “Current Employees” section. Some of the opportunities are outlined below:
- Maryland transit benefits and “Welcome to Baltimore” resources
- UMB guidance resources including the Employee Assistance Program, which offers someone to talk to and resources to consult in a number of areas, such as emotional, financial, work-life solutions, and legal issues
- UMB e-learning, employee development, employee rewards and recognition, and mentoring program opportunities
- Diversity, Americans with Disabilities Act, and affirmative action education, training, and support
- Perks such as massages, yoga, guided meditation, tai chi, and financial wellness seminars
- Discounts on local attractions and family events at places like Lexington Market, local theaters, summer camps, and more
- Discounted devices and services for personal use such as mobile phones, cases, batteries, power cords, chargers, airtime service, text messaging, voicemail, email, caller ID, web access, etc.
- Discounts on BJ’s Wholesale Club membership, day care, vehicle rentals, and Fast Park at BWI Airport
As noted, this list is not comprehensive. So take a moment to explore these and other fantastic offerings designed to make the most of your work-life balance at UMB!
Because everything we do at UMB is rooted in our core values, our commitment to support employees every step of the way and provide a seamless experience as they navigate “all things HRS” is rooted in our core values of Well-Being and Sustainability, Equity and Diversity, and Innovation and Discovery. We truly care about the welfare of our people.
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The “Currents Employees” webpage is your gateway to everything a member of the UMB professional community needs to know. This page includes information and links to benefits, perks, discounts, and a whole lot more that is available. We keep our site fresh with regular updates, and your feedback is invaluable. So don’t hesitate to reach out to HRWell@umaryland.edu if you have specific questions, suggestions, or ideas, or if, for any reason, you can’t find something that you need. We will provide support.