Contact Us
- Room : E-407
- Phone : (718) 482-5075
- Hours of Operation
Welcome
At the Office of Human Resources, we foster a positive and inclusive workplace environment, valuing every individual within our thriving college community. Our comprehensive services support employees throughout their work life cycle. We administer benefits and compensation packages to ensure their well-being and offer opportunities for professional growth through recruitment, training, and development programs.
As partners in your work life cycle, we offer a range of services, including recruitment, benefits, training and development, payroll, labor relations, employee relations, and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS). Our dedicated team is committed to providing exceptional support and meeting the needs of our campus community.
Our vision is to be at the forefront of HR solutions and practices, positioning LaGuardia Community College as the employer of choice not only within CUNY but also beyond. In all that we do, we uphold the values that guide us. We understand the importance of confidentiality and safeguard the information entrusted to us. Above all, we prioritize safety and security, promoting a work environment that is safe and healthy for all. We continuously strive to meet evolving needs and create a dynamic and supportive environment for our valued employees, and are here to support your success and growth within our vibrant community. Thank you for choosing LaGuardia Community College. We are here to support your success and growth within our vibrant community.
Workers Bill of Rights (English)
To view the Workers Bill of Rights in different languages, please visit the NYC Consumer and Worker Protection webpage.
- Tuition Waiver Request
- Change of Address
- Advance Approval of Leave
- FMLA Request Form
- Non-FMLA Request Form
- PFL Opt-Out Form
- CUNY Relocation Resources
- CCA@yourservice
- CUNY’s Dedicated Sick Leave Program
- CUNY FML Policy
- Employee Labor Law Posters
- PFL Paid Family Leave
- Pension option for Instructional Staff: TIAA ORP or TRS
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness – CUNYfirst Employee Guide
- Sexual Harassment (English)
- Sexual Harassment (Spanish)
- Holiday Schedule (9/1/23 – 8/31/24)
- Holiday Schedule (9/1/24 – 8/31/25)
- Time to Vote Policy
- Personnel Order 2020-02 – City Seasonal Aide Deletion
- PSC Contract Memo & FAQs
- Drugs and Alcohol Policy
- Environmental Health and Safety Guide
- Executive Compensation Plan
- Lactation Room Policy and Procedures
- Military Leave and Benefits Coverage
- Personnel Review Committee Policies and Procedures
- Policies and Procedures On Nondiscrimination and Sexual Harassment
- President’s Reaffirmation of Diversity/Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
- Procedures Concerning Sexual Assault, Stalking and Domestic, and Intimate Partner Violence Against Students
- Reasonable Accommodations and Academic Adjustments
- Risks and Consequences of Drug and Alcohol Use
- Sexual Misconduct Policy /Student’s Bill of Rights Policy
- Student & Employee Requests for Name and Gender Changes
- Time Off for Religious Observance
- Time to Vote on Election Day
- Workplace Violence Policy and Prevention Program- 2012
Health Maintenance Organization (HMO’s)
| Insurance Provider | Phone / Website |
|---|---|
| CIGNA Healthcare | (800) 244-4466 www.cigna.com |
| Empire HMO (NY) | (800) 767-8672 www.empireblue.com |
| Vytra Healthcare | (800) 448-2527 www.vytra.com |
| HIP Prime HMO (Emblem Health) | (800) 447-6929 www.hipusa.com |
| GHI HMO (Emblem Health) | (877) 244 www.ghi.com |
| Insurance Provider | Phone / Website |
|---|---|
| DC37 Med-Team (DC37 members only) | (212) 501-4444 www.ghi.com |
| Empire EPO | (800) 767-8672 www.empireblue.com/nyc |
| Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield | (800) 433-9592 www.empireblue.com |
| HIP Prime POS (Emblem Health) | (800) 447-6929 www.hipusa.com |
Unions
| Union | Website |
|---|---|
| DC37 Union | www.dc37.net |
| PSC-CUNY Union Welfare Fund Current | www.psccunywf.org |
| PSC Contract | https://psc-cuny.org/psc-contracts/ |
| Salary Schedule | https://psc-cuny.org/salary-schedules/ |
| Service Employees International Union (SEIU) | www.seiu.org |
| Int’l Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) | www.local237.org |
| The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) | www.iatse.net |
| New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) | www.nysna.org |
| Pension Plans | Website |
|---|---|
| TRS | https://www.trsnyc.org/ |
| TIAA | www.tiaa-cref.org |
| BERS | www.bers.nyc.gov |
| NYCERS | www.nycers.org |
- Benefits Orientation – CET
- Benefits Orientation – Full-Time Civil Service
- Benefits Orientation – Classified Hourly & College Assistant
- Benefits Orientation – Instructional Staff
- Have It Your Way! Create a Customized Leadership Development Program That Works
- Intro To Position Management
- Middle States Presentation
- Performance Management
- Municipal Credit Union
- Research Foundation
- CUNY Graduate Center
- The City University of NY (CUNY)
- Domestic Partnership Enrollment Information
- 529 College Savings Plan
- City of New York’s 401(k) Retirement Plan (Available Only to Community College Employees)
- NYS Deferred Compensation Plan 457(b)
- Flexible Spending Accounts Information
Department Contacts
| NAME | TITLE | PHONE |
|---|---|---|
| Mary C. DiGangi | Executive Director of Human Resources | 718-482-5080 |
| Robert Niesen | CUNY Office Assistant (Assistant to the Director) | 718-482-5519 |
| Vacant | Human Resources Manager (Benefits) | 718-482-5079 |
| Bonnie Brown | Human Resources Specialist (Benefits) | 718-482-5087 |
| Bryan Parks | CUNY Office Assistant (Benefits) | 718-482-5075 |
| Evelyn Almanzar | Human Resources Manager (ECP/HEO) | 718-482-5064 |
| Karamvir Kaur | Human Resources Specialist (Faculty) | 718-482-5075 |
| Debbie Tyner | IT Bus Data Rep Analyst (Civil Service) | 718-482-7080 |
| Rose May Chaperon | Human Resources Coordinator (Adjuncts) | 718-482-5075 |
| Peggy Williams | Human Resources Coordinator (CUNYFirst) | 718-482-5081 |
| Philip Kraatz | Human Resources Specialist (Recruiter) | 718-482-7085 |
| Luis Ortiz | CUNY Office Assistant (Part-Time Civil Service) | 718-482-5075 |
| Leslier Uribe Lozano | CUNY Office Assistant (Part-Time Civil Service) | 718-482-5534 |
| Daisy Caceres | Human Resources IT Associate | 718-482-6065 |
| Jose Plasencia | Professional Development & Training Manager | 718-482-7084 |
| Yasuhito Denda | Assistant to HEO | 718-482-5079 |
| Natasha Ford | Senior HR Generalist for Non-Tax Levy Entities | 718-482-5075 |