Frequently Asked Questions

NEW HIRES

What paperwork and documents are needed during the hiring process?

Provide Social Security Card and Driver's License/Identification Card in applicant’s legal name.
Original (Official) documentation from the List of Acceptable Documents required for the I-9 form (All documents must be unexpired.)
Official transcripts from each college attended (Positions requiring a degree must present a transcript which shows the date of the degree conferred.)
Official service records (Appropriate for any candidate with prior experience to be counted towards years of service.)

Where do I have my service records/transcripts mailed?

I cannot locate my social security card. May I bring a copy?

May I attend a New Employee Orientation if I do not have all of my official documents?

NAME/ADDRESS CHANGE

I am getting married over the summer, can I use my married name for my file?

How do I change my address?

BENEFITS

When do my benefits begin?

I am interested in the District's insurance plan. How do I get information?

PAYROLL/COMPENSATION

What will my salary be?

How often will I be paid?

Is direct deposit optional?

LEAVE

How many days of paid leave do I have per year?

What is the difference between state and local leave?

Does leave from my previous district transfer to RFISD? Does leave transfer automatically?

RFISD ID BADGE

Who do I contact if my badge is broken, lost, or doesn't work?