Features of the ESS Portal

• View payroll check history
• View/update employee data: address, phone number
• View/update emergency contact information
• View/update dependent information
• View benefit accruals
• Perform what-if calculations on your taxes
• View W-2 information

 

Account Creation Process

You are required to create a separate login to access the ESS portal. Use the link on the home screen to create your account.

Steps to successfully activate your account:

1. Click on NEW USER link on the left.
2. Enter a user id and password of your choosing (this is different than your City network account).
3. Enter an email address. This can be a personal or City email address.
4. Enter a security question and answer so that you can reset your password in the future if you forget it.
5. Click SUBMIT.
6. Check your email and click on the link provided to activate the account. You will be prompted to login.
7. Login to your newly created account.
8. Enter your Social Security number and date of hire. This will link your account to your record in the Human Resources database. See your time keeper if you do not know your date of hire.