Human Resource Services is sponsoring its Annual Training Conference on November 1 & 2, 2011 at Memorial Union. Most sessions are intended for Columbia Campus, UM System and UOEXT staff employees, however, the KEYNOTE presentation by Suzanne Hart, Director Faculty & Staff Benefits, and a demonstration of the new SkillSoft online training software, myLEARN, purchased by UM System, are open to faculty as well as staff.

Overall, there will be 50 sessions covering diverse topics for managers, supervisors, professionals, office, technical and service/maintenance staff. All sessions are free and this is a great opportunity to set aside a couple of days for development for you and/or your staff. The speakers are primarily MU staff and faculty who are all experts in their fields. Please take advantage of this wonderful opportunity and attend as many sessions as you can during this two day training.

The follow link goes to a HR website http://hrs.missouri.edu/training/all-employees/hrs-training-conference/index.php] where you can find a complete course description and a link to register on-line. Supervisor approval is required to attend. If granted, attendance is considered release time. As in the past, individuals with academic titles can register for any course and attendance will be considered by HR on a space-available basis.

Of note: Bob Almony returns to campus to conduct two financial planning courses as part of the conference:

Take Charge of Your Finances, Nov. 2

Time: 8:30-12:00 Noon

Location: S203 AES

Presenter: Bob Almony, Beth Steele

This course deals with misconceptions about money management, your net worth, and tracking your cash flow each month. Learn to set up a real budget, handle debt, and discuss the 10 leading causes of overspending. We will review the overall personal budget process

 

Principles of Investing on a Shoestring Budget, Nov. 2

Time: 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.

Location: S203 AES

Presenter: Bob Almony, Stacey Josey

Learn the principles of investing for the long-term accumulation of wealth, especially for a comfortable retirement. We will discuss the issues of 403(b), IRA, Roth IRA, 401(1), 456, etc., and which one you should use in your retirement planning and why.

In addition, Leo and his colleagues with the MU Trainers’ Network will present the teambuilding/leadership skit based on the book by Patrick Lencioni, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team.

Nov. 2

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: N103 A&B Stotler Lounge

Presenter: Members of the MU Trainers’ Network

Learn the principles of investing for the long-term accumulation of wealth, especially for a comfortable retirement. We will discuss the issues of 403(b), IRA, Roth IRA, 401(1), 456, etc., and which one you should use in your retirement planning and why.

I’ve been asked to reprise Supervisor 101 training for new supervisors; I’m happy to do so. The course includes a review of selected personnel policies, a discussion of mock employee relations situations, a few group exercises and some training by video. The program format involves a small group of employees meeting in two-hour blocks of time one day a week over a six-week period. The same individuals will move together through the 12 hours of training. At the end of the program, participants will have a better understanding of various personnel rules and regulations.

Space is available for 6-8 employees. To participate, first secure supervisor approval, and then accept this meeting notice. I’ll use the initial RSVP list of participants to know who to invite to the remaining training sessions. Feel free to contact me if you would like additional information about Supervisor 101.

Leo

MU will again sponsor flu vaccinations and health screenings for employees and dependents. Go to https://uminfopoint.umsystem.edu/media/curator/Wellness/flu%20info/2011_Flu_Shot_Schedule.pdf to access information on times, dates, and locations. Note that some dates allow employees to pre-schedule appointments.

Last year, many library employees experienced longer waits than anticipated; several reported being in line up to an hour for the flu shot. Requests were made to library Administration to approve additional release time for the extra time needed for flu shots. LMT approved the request and we’ll following that format again this year:

• Time spent obtaining a flu shot is release time, whether it takes 30 minutes or 60 minutes.
• If an employee stays more than an hour to visit other booths, report that as time out of the office.

Leo Agnew
HR Manager