UHR|Connect January 2017

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A GREAT PLACE TO WORK Welcome to 2017! We look forward to continuing our work with you and supporting your HR needs in the new year. As we move toward the end of the performance review cycle, and begin planning for the new one, we thought it would be helpful to highlight the wide variety of learning & talent development opportunities we’ve designed for your professional and personal growth.

Did you know that we also offer Custom Training Programs for your team/department? Recognizing that you may have scheduling challenges with our regular calendar options, we can design an agenda and design to work with your availability. Additionally, the most effective learning takes place when an entire unit/department goes through the program together. We craft our courses to build trust, strengthen relationships, reduce conflict, and set and achieve wellaligned goals. Let us come to you!

Find our full course catalog online and register for sessions at training.umd.edu Thank you for your ongoing commitment to 1) learning and evolving, 2) professional development and growth, 3) improving and enhancing your skills, 4) leadership and performance excellence and on and on! We look forward to seeing you in 2017!

Jewel Washington Assistant Vice President University Human Resources

Professional & Personal Development An awesome variety of learning & training opportunities available to you.

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Lunch and Learn Series: January Get tips to stay on track for a healthy and happy holiday season.

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Mini Wellness Fair Free screening, Wellness products and a Raffle.

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Staff Relations Seminars Ongoing sessions for both supervisor and nonsupervisory employee.

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Learning & Talent Development is excited to share with you a wide variety of & training opportunities for your professional and personal development.

The 2017 course catalog featuring opportunities for employees and for supervisors is now available. You can access our full schedule and register for sessions at training.umd.edu Highlights from our catalog of most requested courses include: Transformational Leadership (LDI II): A two-day workshop offering tools and resources on how to identify, initiate, and execute ideas and becoming a leader of lasting and meaningful change along with tips on how to coach employees for professional growth and high performance.

Leadership Development Initiatives (LDI I): A six course program that covers the skills needed to be an effective supervisor. This is an experiential learning and interactive program. The courses include Keys to a Positive Workplace, Communication Essentials, Conflict Resolution, Effective Delegation, Getting Things Done, & Performance Conversations.

Employee Development Initiatives (EDI): A six course program for university staff, specifically non-supervisors, to help improve skills and advance careers. EDI focuses on developing skills and tools to help staff grow in their current positions and careers. The topics offered are Creating an Engaged Work Environment, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Customer Service, Maximizing Productivity, & Growing Your Career.

Payroll Online Service The Payroll Online Service Center (POSC) is a service provided by the Central Payroll Bureau. This application provides employees with the following services: • • • • •

Current pay stub information Prior year end pay stub information View & print of up to (3) years of W2 information Update payroll address Update direct deposit information

The Maryland 529 college savings plans make it easier than ever to save for college with two smart choices. You can use one or both.

Maryland Prepaid College Trust    

Locks in tomorrow’s tuition at today’s prices Backed by Maryland legislative guarantee Offers affordable and flexible tuition plans and payment options Open to 12th graders and younger, including newborns

Maryland College Investment Plan   

Offers a variety of investment portfolios managed by T.Rowe Price Flexible contribution amounts starting at $25/month Open to children or adults of any age

To find out more, plan to attend: Informational Seminar When: January 12, 2017 Where: 1101U Chesapeake Building Time: 11:00 – 12:00 or 1:00 – 2:00 An invitation will be sent out in early January or you can register at training.umd.edu.

January Lunch & Learn January’s Lunch & Learn will focus on Your Health Action Plan.

Every new year many of us make a resolution to be become healthier and fit in the new year. This month we will discuss how small steps can lead to big changes. We will explore the possibilities, understand why small steps are important, and create an action plan. The Lunch & Learn will be held on Friday, January 13 in 1101U Chesapeake Building from 12:00 – 1:00 pm. Register at training.umd.edu.

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Mini Wellness Fair

and various Health Center services. For more details, go to go.umd.edu/wellatwork.

Tuesday, January 24 from 10:00 – 1:00 in the Colony Room of the Stamp Student Union. Representatives from Carefirst, United Health Care, and Kaiser Permanente will be on hand to help with registration in the 2017 Wellness Program.

Representatives will also present all their FREE wellness products, including weight management programs, wellness coaching, tobacco cessation programs, and much more!

30-DAY Winter Walking Challenge January 9 – February 17 Challenge yourself and your coworkers to walk for 30 minutes for 30 days (weekdays). Walk in increments of at least 5 minutes and accumulate 30 minutes during the day or commit to a 30-minute walk at whatever time works in your schedule.

Register anytime between December 19 and January 9. Walk for 6 weeks. Win prizes. For walking challenge rules and to register, visit go.umd.edu/winterwalk.

Don’t miss out on free screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol. You’ll also be entered into a drawing for great prizes -- just for attending!

2017 Healthy Activities Save money in 2017 by participating in the State of Maryland Wellness Program!

There is not a penalty for non-participation, just rewards for participating. All employees and their spouses enrolled in one of the medical plans offered by the State of Maryland are eligible. Also, non-Medicare eligible retirees and non-Medicare eligible enrolled spouses are eligible to participate.

New for 2017 Enjoy waived PCP copays AND reduced specialist copays.

January is Wellness @ Work Month at UMD

For most of us, January means that the campus is quiet and we can catch our breath after the fall semester and the holidays. It also tends to be a time for personal renewal as we resolve to exercise daily, eat less or more wisely, manage our stress, reduce our debts, spend more time with family and friends, read more books, volunteer, learn a new skill, find a new job, or in some other way improve our health and wellbeing. RecWell, the University Health Center, and UHR want to help you live well at work, and have designated January as Wellness@Work month and are offering activities, workshops, and services specifically for faculty and staff – a walking challenge, free gym memberships, workshops on healthy eating, small steps to success fitness, and saving for college,

Staff Relations Seminars – Mark Your Calendars On the second Wednesday of each month the Office of Staff Relations (OSR) conducts seminars for both supervisors and non-supervisory employees. Covered topics include the Performance Review and Development (PRD process, Family and Medical leave (FMLA), and Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), among others. All employees are welcome to register for any sessions that interest them, or sign-up for all, and enjoy a full day of training. The schedule for the 2nd Wednesday of each month is as follows: • 9:00am – 10:45am: UMD's Performance, Review, & Development (PRD) Process for Non-Supervising and Supervising Staff • 11:00am – 12:00pm: Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) • 1:00pm – 2:30pm: Family & Medical Leave (FMLA) Training • 2:45pm – 3:30pm: Managing Tardiness & Absenteeism • 3:45pm – 4:30pm: The Disciplinary Process, Including Suspensions All sessions take place in the Training Room at 1100U Chesapeake Building. The next scheduled Staff Relations training will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. To register for any of these classes, please go to training.umd.edu. Click here for a flyer to post in your department and share with others.

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STAFF RELATIONS SEMINARS 2nd Wednesday of every month Monthly Training Schedule

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PRD Training for Non-Supervising and Supervising Staff *

9:00am - 10:45am

Writing and Implementing a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)

11:00am – 12:00pm

Understanding Family Medical Leave (FMLA)**

1:00pm – 2:30pm

Managing Tardiness & Absenteeism

2:45pm – 3:30pm

The Disciplinary Process, Including Suspensions

3:45pm – 4:30pm

PRD training is required for all supervisors and encouraged for non-supervisors. All supervisors must complete PRD training before conducting PRDs for their employees.

** FMLA training is strongly encouraged for any staff employee who may need to take Family and Medical Leave (FML), or any supervisor with an employee who may need to take FML leave.

Cost: These courses are free!!

Where: Chesapeake Building #1101-U (Training Room) Pre-Registration is required Register: http://training.umd.edu Questions? Call: 301-405-5651 Classes are open to all employees, including supervisors and non-supervisors. Sign up for one class, two classes, or spend the whole day training with the Office of Staff Relations!

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UMD Closed

New Employee Orientation & Welcome

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UHR Benefits: New Employee Q&A

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1/9/17: New Employee Orientation—8:15am-4:30pm—1101U Chesapeake Building 1/11/17: Supervisor’s Essentials Performance, Review, & Development—9:00-10:45am—1101U Chesapeake Building 1/11/17: Supervisor’s Essentials, Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)—11am-12:00pm—1101U Chesapeake Building 1/11/17: Supervisor’s Essentials, Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA) — 1:00pm-2:30pm—1101U Chesapeake Building 1/11/17: Supervisor’s Essentials, Managing Time & Attendance—2:45-3:30pm—1101U Chesapeake Building 1/11/17: Supervisor’s Essentials, The Disciplinary Process—3:45-4:30pm—1101U Chesapeake Building 1/13/17: UHR Benefits: Lunch & Learn—12:00-1:00pm—1101U Chesapeake 1/23/17: New Employee Orientation—8:15am-4:30pm—1101U Chesapeake Building 1/24/17: LDI 1-1 Keys to a Positive Workplace—9:00am-12:30pm—University of Maryland Golf Course 1/26/17: EDI 1-1 Creating an Engaged & Inclusive Work Environment—9:00am-12:30pm—University of Maryland Golf Course 1/30/17: UHR Benefits: New Employee Q&A—9:00-11:00am—1101 Chesapeake Building 1/31/17: LDI 1-2 Communication Essentials—9:00am-12:30pm—University of Maryland Golf Course **Dates and Times Subject to Change, Please visit our website for up-to-date course listings**