Employee Resources and Benefits
Employees

At Bethel, we offer a full range of benefits and resources designed to keep you healthy, happy, achieving a fulfilling work-life balance, and much more.
Our commitment to the employee is to provide resources for each individual employee through assistance, guidance, and advocacy with respect to the terms, conditions and benefits of employment.
Our goals are to develop policies, programs and benefits programs which will support the mission of Bethel University and enhance the work experience for employees.
Explore each of the sections below to learn about all of the programs and resources available to you. We’ve got you covered!
Health & Wellness
Baker Gym, Pool, and Weight Room
These facilities are under the direction of the Athletic Director. Posted hours of operation and access for Bethel employees are available each semester. For the pleasure and safety of all, individual rules and regulations apply to each of these facilities and are to be observed at all times.
Bethel employees and their family members have access to these facilities with your Bethel ID. Family members under the age of 18 require parental supervision.
Hours:
Monday-Friday 4 PM - 8 PM
Saturday 12 PM - 8 PM
Sunday 2 PM - 6 PM
Location:Baker Fieldhouse
Gaines Pool Phone: (731) 352-4207
Wildcat Fitness Center
Bring the family and get fit together at our Wildcat Fitness Center. Employees and their families enjoy access to the Fitness Center using their Bethel ID. Family members under the age of 18 require parental supervision.
Fall 2020 Hours:
Monday - Friday
8 AM - 4:30PM
COVID-19 Restrictions:
- Maximum capacity is 20
- Sign in and temperature check will take place upon entry
- Mask must be worn at ALL times (with the exception of cardio on the treadmill)
- Must wipe down any equipment used after use (bars, dumbbells, machines)
Employee Tuition and Scholarship Policy
Bethel University believes that the employee is the resource that makes us successful. We are proud to offer tuition scholarships to all full-time employees, their spouses and dependent children under the age of 25 for one bachelor’s degree.
Tuition Waiver Form
Security Escorts
Bethel University employs security personnel who are responsible for the safety and security of all persons, buildings and grounds during the day/night hours. Campus Security will gladly provide an escort service to employees upon request. This service can be accessed by calling (731) 415-7599.
Location: Vera Low Center
Burroughs Learning Center Access
The library welcomes the opportunity to assist employees. The library provides reference works, periodicals, and books in both print and electronic form. Burroughs Learning Center also provides computer stations and locations to use laptops as well as a quiet place to study and work.
Admission to Athletic Events and Performing Arts
Bethel employees and admitted into athletic events and Bethel Renaissance events requiring admission at no cost with your Bethel ID.
Bethel Renaissance
Administrative Calendar - Holidays 2021
Monday, January 18, 2021 | Martin Luther King Day |
Friday, April 2, 2021 | Good Friday |
Monday, May 31, 2021 | Memorial Day |
Monday, July 5, 2021 | Fourth of July |
Monday, September 6, 2021 | Labor Day |
Thursday & Friday, November 25 & 26, 2021 | Thanksgiving Break |
Wednesday, December 22, 2021- Friday, December 31, 2021 | Christmas/New’s Year Break |
Please note that the Holiday Schedule is subject to change at the discretion of the University.
Certain departments may operate on a different schedule in order to service the operational requirements of the University. Please confirm your department work schedule with your immediate supervisor prior to the holiday.
We're Here to Help
Office of Human Resources: (731) 352-4272
Carolyn Dotson
Director of Human Resources
(731) 352-4272
dotsonc@bethelu.edu
Karen Anderson
Payroll and Benefit Specialist
(731) 352-4063
andersonk@bethelu.edu
Pam Hornbuckle
Associate Director
(731) 410-3003
hornbucklep@bethelu.edu
Crystal Simon
Training and Development Coordinator
(615) 277-8929
simonc@bethelu.edu