Service for general staff
Our services are aimed at all employees working in administration, technical services and infrastructure. We support you with tailored training programmes, counselling services and development opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals and further strengthen your skills. Together, we shape your future at the University of Salzburg.
Welcome to the University of Salzburg
Onboarding
A structured and well‑planned onboarding process is key to a successful start at the University of Salzburg. New members of general staff benefit from a clear introduction, targeted support and a welcoming culture. Professional onboarding not only increases motivation and productivity but also strengthens long‑term commitment to the university. Make use of our services to ensure that new colleagues are optimally integrated from day one – for a smooth start and successful collaboration.
Basic Training for General University Staff
start+
With the start+ programme, the University of Salzburg offers a structured basic training framework for new members of the general university staff. The aim is to provide you with the essential knowledge and practical skills required for daily university operations. This modular training programme combines legal foundations, organisational know‑how and hands‑on competencies – from IT infrastructure and self‑organisation to communication and data protection. The programme is complemented by workshops focusing on personal development and the strengthening of social skills.
Speaking Together
Staff Appraisal Interviews
Regular staff appraisal interviews are a central tool of modern staff development at the University of Salzburg. They offer space for reflection, goal‑setting and personal development – away from day‑to‑day business. Use these conversations to improve workflows, clarify perspectives and actively shape collaboration.
Strengthening Responsibility – Connecting Knowledge
Office+ Programme for Administrative Off
Administrative officers within departments play a crucial role in the daily functioning of the university. This programme supports you in developing your professional role, increasing your confidence in your responsibilities and building networks across the university. Mandatory and elective modules cover practice‑oriented content, focusing on departmental management, service orientation and sustainable knowledge transfer.
And Beyond
Internal Training
The University of Salzburg offers a wide range of internal training for general staff, combining current topics with practical content. Whether artificial intelligence, law & governance, workplace health promotion, digital skills, research data & information retrieval, higher education didactics or communication & language – our courses help you expand your skills and actively shape new developments.
Additionally
External Training
In addition to the extensive internal training programme, the University of Salzburg also supports staff in attending external training courses. Subject to internal agreement, the university may cover the costs of selected external training activities – a strong commitment to supporting individual development and lifelong learning.
Benefits at the University of Salzburg
Information for Your Start at Work
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