HR Update; July 17, 2009
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In this Edition
- Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Systemwide Furloughs
- AFSCME-Represented Employees May Participate in UCSF VSP
- Faculty & Staff Assistance Program Offers Stress Management Presentations
- Learn How to Prepare Now for Your Annual Performance Appraisal
- UC Retirement Readiness Education Programs
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Systemwide Furloughs
President Yudof has just issued a letter to faculty and staff regarding the Regents’ approval of systemwide furloughs. The Human Resources department is awaiting additional guidance on implementation and is currently working on updating the frequently asked questions webpage, since you may have a number of questions as you read the furlough plan. Guidance and finalized FAQs are expected in the next couple of weeks.
If your questions are not answered in the FAQs, please email Mark Gottas at .
AFSCME-Represented Employees May Participate in UCSF Voluntary Separation Program
The University has received confirmation that AFSCME-represented employees in the Patient Care Technical (EX) and Service (SX) units may participate in the Voluntary Separation Program. Please share this information with AFSCME-represented employees in your department. Additional information about the program may be found on the Voluntary Separation Program webpage.
For information on whether other union-represented employees are eligible to participate in the program, please contact your assigned Labor and Employee Relations Analyst.
Faculty & Staff Assistance Program Offers Stress Management Presentations
Due to recent budget cuts and the approval of systemwide furloughs, the UCSF Community is facing challenging times. FSAP well understands that given this climate of uncertainty, it is common and understandable for stress and anxiety levels to rise. Unrelieved stress can create emotional and physical problems and can severely impact overall health and well-being.
During stressful times, it is especially important to take care of yourself. Research indicates that paying attention to signs of stress as well as developing proactive and preventative self-care activities can help to significantly reduce stress and anxiety. There are a variety of techniques that can help you effectively manage your stress.
FSAP has designed a Stress Management Lunchtime “Brown Bag” presentation in which you will learn about the emotional and physiological impact of stress, and learn effective strategies for coping with stress successfully and remaining resilient during these turbulent times. We are planning to give these presentations at the following campuses: Parnassus; Mission Bay, and Laurel Heights.
Please join us for these free, drop-in presentations:
July 22: Mission Bay N114, 12 to 1 p.m.
July 31: UCOP Franklin Street 9204, 12 to 1 p.m.
August 6: Parnassus N729, 12 to 1 p.m.
August 11: Laurel Heights 263, 12 to 1 p.m.
For Managers, Department Chairs, and Directors who want Stress Management presentations for their staff, please call FSAP to schedule them.
For individuals who are finding it difficult to cope with personal and/or professional stressors on your own, professional support may be helpful to you. FSAP is an available resource. We encourage you to contact FSAP at 415-476-8279 for more information or to schedule a free confidential appointment. We look forward to assisting you.
Learn How to Prepare Now for Your Annual Performance Appraisal
Development and Training offers a new performance appraisal class just in time for the completion of the current year’s performance cycle.
Employee Role in Performance Appraisals
Make the most of your performance appraisal this year. Learn to play an active role in the evaluation process, creating a collaborative relationship with your supervisor. Ensure your evaluation goes beyond assessment to include a meaningful plan for your professional development. Discover preparation tools and resources you can use immediately, whatever the date of your next review.
Tuesday, Aug. 11, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m., $35
Visit the Development & Training website for Course Catalog and Enrollment. For more information, contact Development & Training at 476-4032.
UC Retirement Readiness Education Programs
Please pass this on to your colleagues, circulate invitations, post the actual scheduled workshops happening near your location, or otherwise re-broadcast these weekly reminders about our valuable (FREE) education programs for faculty and staff. Bring your lunch; your questions; your spouse/partner.
- UC Retirement Plan (UCRP)-UC’s Defined Benefit Plan
- “The Features of UCRP”
- Schedule this workshop for your department—click here
- The Future of UCRP
- UC Retirement Savings Plans - the 403(b), 457(b) and DC Plans
- “Enrolling in Your UC Retirement Savings Program”
- July 20, Parnassus, N–225, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
- July 28, Laurel Heights, LHTS–376, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
- “Determining Your Right Investment Strategy”
- July 20, Parnassus, N–225, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
- July 28, Laurel Heights, LHTS–376, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
- “Quarterly Market Perspective”
- July 20, Parnassus, N–225, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
- July 28, Laurel Heights, LHTS–376, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
- “Achieving a Sound Retirement”
- Coming Again Soon
- “Understand the How-tos of Fidelity’s NetBenefits Website”
- Coming Again Soon
- Refer to these schedules for details and future workshops
- Focus on Your Future!
Usually there can be at least one (or more) workshop(s) per week scheduled at various UCSF locations around town. For more details and listings for upcoming scheduled presentations, please refer to our Workshops and Presentations Schedules menus found at our local UCSF HR/Benefits website.
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