HR Update; July 15, 2011
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In this Edition
- Update on OE AP/HR Recruitment
- Communications Skills Class
- Project Management Basics Class
- Coaching for Improved Performance
- UC Retirement Readiness Education Programs for Faculty & Staff
Update on OE AP/HR Recruitment
The office of the AVC HR is establishing a Business Operations and Decision Support (BODS) unit that will serve the newly formed OE AP/HR organization of Clusters and Specialty Centers in the areas of Financial Management, Personnel Administration, Decision Support, Procurement, Facilities Management, and Special Projects.
Two of the new BODS positions are now posted on the UCSF Campus Internal Candidate Gateway at http://ucsfhr.ucsf.edu/careers/:
- Finance and Administration Manager
- This position was originally posted in June. Since then, we have revaluated the scope of the position and reclassified it, based upon comparative positions across the campus.
- Special Projects Business Analyst
Only career employees at UCSF will be considered for these opportunities at this time. Qualified individuals should apply at their earliest convenience but no later than July 28, 2011 at which time the requisitions will be closed. The interview and selection process will occur immediately thereafter.
The complete job descriptions are available on the Operational Excellence website. To access, click Resources, then Applicant Tools http://operationalexcellence.ucsf.edu/resources/oe-job-descriptions
Recruitment/Hiring FAQs and Answers is posted in the Resources/Presentation page under Presentation Materials from AP/HR All Hands Meeting http://operationalexcellence.ucsf.edu/resources
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Communications Skills Class
When: Friday, August 19, 8 am to noon
Location: Laurel Heights Regents Room S-1
Cost: $150
This workshop teaches participants how to improve the critical communication skills of listening, asking questions and being aware of nonverbal messages. It also helps participants who are struggling to find that middle ground between being too aggressive and too passive, and how to counter the challenging communication tactics of difficult people. Participants learn more about the elements of our communication with others that help us reveal appropriate information about ourselves, and how to get a handle on effectively managing our professional image through effective communication.
Log on to the UC Learning Center at https://learningcenter.ucsfmedicalcenter.org/ and type “communications skills” in the search box to register.
Project Management Basics Class
When: Friday, August 19, 1 to 5 pm
Location: Laurel Heights Regents Room S-1
Cost: $150
This workshop presents project management from a “big-picture” perspective. It stresses the essential goals of project management and introduces practical tools and techniques every professional can use when in the role of project manager or team member. The course uses hands-on exercises focused on a project case study designed to bring the theories and practices to life. A series of interactive exercises, utilizing templates, provides an understanding of how the training relates to real-life project work. Students are provided with a comprehensive set of project management job aids for use back on the job.
Log on to the UC Learning Center at https://learningcenter.ucsfmedicalcenter.org/ and type “project management basics” in the search box to register.
Coaching for Improved Performance
When: Wednesday, July 20th, 8 to 12 pm
Location: Laurel Heights Regents Room S-1
Cost: $55
In this 2nd course in the Performance Management series, you will learn to recognize and assess performance issues, and you will practice coaching communication skills to support employee performance improvement and development.
Log on to the UC Learning Center at https://learningcenter.ucsfmedicalcenter.org/ and type “coaching for improved performance” in the search box to register.
Free UC Retirement Readiness Education Programs for Faculty & Staff
Are you ready for retirement? Start to plan now - it’s never too early. Check the Retirement Readiness Workshop Schedules for new listings today!
Did You Know? You may attend a workshop at any UC campus. Just check the schedule for your preferred location and sign up online.
UC Retirement Plan (UCRP): UC’s Defined Benefit Plan
- Schedule “The Features of UCRP” workshop for your department - click here
- Read about The Future of UCRP
The UC Retirement Savings Programs: 403(b), 457(b) & Defined Contribution (DCP Plans)
- Attend a Workshop at a location near you and make your reservation online - click here for the schedule
- Arrange to have these workshops at a meeting in your department – click here
- Focus on Your Future - Resources
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