At UNLV, we recognize that working parents are an important part of our university community. We are committed to creating a family-friendly work environment that supports employees throughout their parenting journey.
This page brings together resources, benefits, leave options, and support from across the campus that may be available to employees who are parents—so you can easily find the information you need before, during, and after welcoming your child.
Having a Baby
Congratulations! Here’s everything you need to know about taking time off work and enrolling your new child in benefits.
Parental Leave
Federal and state laws and UNLV policies determine how much time you may be eligible to take off following a birth or adoption, as well as whether your pay and benefits continue during that time. Because there are many factors to consider, it’s important to talk to your supervisor and a UNLV benefits specialist as soon as possible.
- Leave of Absence Programs
- Sick/Annual/Vacation Leave
- Short-term Disability
- Support for Prospective Parents
- UNLV Graduate Assistant Parental Leave Program
- ACGME Medical Resident/Fellow Leave
Health and Welfare Benefits
When you experience a qualifying life event, such as adding a new child to your family, you have the opportunity to adjust some of your benefit elections such as:
- Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Plans
- Life Insurance
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account
Resources for You, Your Baby, and Beyond
Explore the resources UNLV offers to help you care for yourself and your growing family.
Workplace Accommodations
Explore workplace resources and accommodations designed to support you throughout pregnancy, your transition back to work, and your needs as a new parent.
- All Gender / Family restrooms
- Expectant mother parking accommodations
- Flexible work schedules
- Lactation rooms
- Workplace Accommodation Requests
Wellness and Support Resources
Discover resources from UNLV campus partners designed to support you and your family’s physical and mental wellness.
- Campus Recreational Certification Classes (CPR/Water Safety/Mental Health)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- FAST Center
- Jean Nidetch Care Center
- Pediatric Dental Clinic
- RebelWell
- Recreation and Wellness Center Membership
- UNLV Disability Center for Collaborative Research, Inclusive Education, and Well-being
- UNLV PRACTICE
- Women’s Council
Early Education and Childcare
UNLV offers resources to help you navigate your child’s development.
Community Resources
Discover community resources and services available to support your family.
Parental Resources Events Calendar
Contact Us
If you have questions about your benefits, contact your benefits specialist or request an appointment.
Phone: 702-895-3504
Fax: 702-895-1545
Email: hrleave@unlv.edu
The information included on this website is informational only. In the event that the content on this site or any oral or written representations made by any person regarding benefits conflicts with or are inconsistent with the provisions of the plan documents or other governing authority, the provisions of the plan document or governing authority will always prevail.