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Here are resources to help HR Approvers use ConnectCarolina.

For access to any HR systems at the University, you must complete the FERPA training in addition to any other required training.  You can find instructions for completing the training on the Registrar’s site.

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HR Overview

This self-paced course explains the relationship between the person, position, and job in ConnectCarolina. It also covers the ePAR forms used to submit HR actions.

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HR Payroll Calendar

The HR Payroll Calendar on the Finance and Operations website shows the important dates and deadlines related to payroll.

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ePAR Overview

This guide introduces the electronic Personnel Action Request (ePAR), which is the form used to enter all HR actions in ConnectCarolina.

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Tips for Searching ePARs

This guide provides tips for searching ePARs.

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Printing an ePar form

This guide explains how to print an ePAR form.

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This guide accompanies the HR Approvals and Workflow online courses. (Note: This button takes you to a page that requires an Onyen login.)

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HR Approvals 1: Understanding Workflow and Viewing and Approving an ePAR

Part one of a series of self-paced courses on ePAR approvals and workflow.

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HR Approvals 2: Approving the Position ePAR Form

Part two of a series of self-paced courses on ePAR approvals and workflow.

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HR Approvals 3: Approving the Lump Sum ePAR Form

Part three of a series of self-paced courses on ePAR approvals and workflow.

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HR Approvals 4: Approving the Hire ePAR Form

Part four of a series of self-paced courses on ePAR approvals and workflow.

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PAAT Approval Routes

This table helps you determine which levels of approval are required for each type of fund changed in a PAAT adjustment.

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Approving PAAT Actions

This self-paced course explains the information you need to review when approving a PAAT adjustment. It also covers how to approve or recycle an adjustment and shows the approval route that an adjustment follows.

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eForms HR Officer User Video – Teleworking Request

This video is a guide for HR Officers approving eForm teleworking requests in Connect Carolina. When you click the button, you will go to an onyen protected Carolina Talent  webpage.

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HR Officer User Guide – eForms Telework Request

This is a printable (PDF) reference guide for HR Officers approving eForm telework requests in ConnectCarolina.

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eForms Supervisor and Department User Video – Teleworking Request

This video is a guide for Supervisors and Department Heads approving eForm teleworking requests in Connect Carolina. When you click the button, you will go to an onyen protected Carolina Talent  webpage.

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Supervisor and Department Head User Guide – Telework Request

This is a printable (PDF) reference guide for Supervisor and Department Heads approving eForm telework requests in ConnectCarolina.

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