2016 Outstanding Supervisor Award Recipients

MSU Human Resources would like to congratulate the 2016 Outstanding Supervisor Award recipients!

The University-wide award was established to draw attention to MSU supervisors who are highly regarded by their employees for their consistent support of the work/life (professional/personal) needs of their employees.  Previously established by the former Family Resource Center in the spring of 2001, this award is now managed through the WorkLife Office. Various academic and support staff units submitted excellent nominations this year. The nominees and nominators represent a wide variety of departments and position levels.

In celebration of “National Bosses Day and Work & Family Month” the recipients were honored at surprise celebrations with their staff and family held on various dates surrounding National Boss’s Day on October 16.

This year’s five winners include:

Karen Crosby – Chief Financial Officer, Deans Office, College of Human Medicinekaren-crosby-team

“Karen has fostered a culture of support and respect. The office is a very positive place to work, and I feel our team is professional, personable and high performing.”

 

 

 

Amy Driver – Data Entry Supervisor, Enterprise Information Stewardshipamy-driver-team

“[Amy] assumes and believes in the excellence of our staff which empowers us all, and has created a work environment that makes me want to come to work every day.”

 

 

 

Sherman Garnett – Dean, James Madison Collegesherman-garnett

“Whether there is a need for flexible hours, for a long time away to care for loved ones, or our own health issues, Dean Garnett has created a productive and engaging environment where faculty and staff know that they are respected, listened to and cared for.”

 

 

Jessica Nakfour – Management Analyst, MSU Extension Director’s Office jessica-nakfour-team

“[Jessica] is a cheerleader who motivates me to be a better employee.”

 

 

 

 

Jeremy Wilson – Director, Center for Anti-Counterfeiting and Product Protection, Jeremy Wilson  Team.JPGSchool of Criminal Justice

“Jeremy has high expectations of high quality work that are balanced with the desire to  attend to the needs at home”

 

 

 

 

MSU is proud to have leaders who support the balance between work and personal well-being. Thank you for making our university a great place to work!

 

 

Thank you Veterans!

With the craziness of our everyday lives, it’s easy to forget and appreciate the freedom and independence we get to call part of our home in the United States of America. MSU Human Resources would like to thank and express our gratitude to the faculty, staff and students who have put their lives on the line to serve and protect our country.

Support and gratitude for veterans is campus-wide. MSU Student Veterans of American and the Veteran Resource Center honored the men and woman who have served in the United States Armed Forces at the 2nd Annual Veterans Day Breakfast earlier this morning. Also, MSU Athletics gave away tickets for the MSU vs. Rutgers football game tomorrow to a few lucky veteran faculty and staff.

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MSU honors Veterans Day.

 

In addition, if you self-identify as a veteran in EBS, MSU will be able to send you specific veteran related information. To do so, click on the Personal Information link under your ESS tab.

Your bravery and selflessness is honorable and greatly appreciated by the MSU community. Thank you for your service, veterans!

 

Job of the Week 11/11/16

This week we are highlighting a Television Production Technician (posting #4383) with Broadcasting Services. WKAR seeks a TV Production Technician to collaborate with the Production Management team on the planning and oversight of all aspects of the day-to-day production and presentation of WKAR programming in studio and on location. This position will support the programming and production needs of WKAR and the College of Communication Arts and Sciences, communicate with all departments to provide information regarding aspects of production plans, implement production plans in coordination with the Production Management team in studio and on location, and train and supervise student crews on equipment. Essential duties and responsibilities include but aren’t limited to: supervising student crews; coordinating schedules and crew calls; assisting with maintenance and other events; performing advance work for productions including assisting the Production Management Team in detailing and scheduling of staff and student crews; building/constructing sets; coordinating with visiting clients/partners regarding the scope and implementation of their technical needs; assisting the Production Manager in establishing and maintaining departmental standards and procedures; assisting the Production Manager with all lighting, sound, and projection systems and equipment; consulting and collaborating on technical aspects of capital improvements; running needed crew positions including job operation; attending all production meetings, and other duties as assigned.

MSU Jobs IconFor a complete description of this position, and to view all of our current postings, please go to www.jobs.msu.edu and select Support Staff under the Fast Jobs Search.

Clerical-Technical Award 2016

Congratulations to Rebecca Ives, the recipient of this year’s Michigan State University Clerical-Technical Award!

The Clerical-Technical Award is sponsored by the Thomas and Concettina Gliozzo Endowment Fund and recognizes outstanding clerical-technical employees. Rebecca does outstanding work in her position as a Research Technologist in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, and she truly demonstrates all of the award criteria which includes respect and concern for all members of the MSU community, diligence in daily work, significant contributions to the community and innovative thinking.

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From left to right, Clerical-Technical Union President Deb Bittner, director emeritus of the MSU Study Abroad program Dr. Charles Gliozzo, award recipient Rebecca Ives and MSU Human Resources Associate Vice President Sharon E. Butler at the 2016 CT Award ceremony.

Rebecca’s contributions to the community are extraordinary. One faculty member wrote in her nomination that Rebecca “single-handedly was able to set up the first and only federally/state certified laboratory in the State of Michigan for Cryptosporidium and Giardia testing here at MSU to help protect the safety of our drinking waters.”

Rebecca shows true dedication to her job. She is willing to help in whatever capacity she is needed whether that is her primary responsibility of running the lab or other activities such as working with students, helping with department events, or assisting public health departments.

Rebecca’s attitude is one of the qualities that makes her such a valuable employee. In her nomination, another faculty member wrote, “no matter what the situation (crisis of sampling during outbreaks, storms, etc.), Ms. Ives takes a calm, steady and organized approach to directing the activities of the laboratory while maintaining a positive, friendly attitude. She is well respected by students, professors and contractors outside MSU.”

Watch this video to learn more about Rebecca and her work with the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife.

Job of the Week 11/4/16

This week we are highlighting a Communications Coordinator – Digital Production Lead (posting #4340) with the MSU Alumni Association. Reporting to the MSU Alumni Association Director for Marketing and Data Strategy, the Digital Production Lead will manage and support all the technical elements of the MSUAA’s alumni professional and personal enrichment offerings. The Lead will provide support in the form of video and audio production and archive digitizing; evaluate existing and prospective technical platforms for suitability and functionality. The Digital Production Lead will maintain technical equipment, assist in the preparation of graphics and promotions for digital content; interact with high profile alumni and the MSU team members coordinating their participation in programming. This position is fast paced and requires working nights and weekends based on program needs.

MSU Jobs IconFor a complete description of this position, and to view all of our current postings, please go to www.jobs.msu.edu and select Support Staff under the Fast Jobs Search.

Inspirational Woman of the Year Award Nominations

If you know or work with a woman who goes above and beyond in her everyday life and work, nominate her for the Inspirational Woman of the Year Award. The award was created in 2014 and previously administered by the MSU Woman’s Resource Center to recognize the achievements of woman-identified MSU faculty and staff. This year, as the new administrators of the award, the Center for Gender in Global Context will award individuals who demonstrate integrity, leadership, quality performance, integrative and inclusive action, and influence on campus and in the community. Three woman will be honored, one in each category: Professional Achievement, Community Engagement and Culture of Empowerment.

Staff, faculty and students may nominate women they believe deserve the award. Nomination deadline for the third-annual Inspirational Woman of the Year Award is November 15. Recipients will be recognized in spring 2017. For more information about the award or the nomination process, visit gencen.isp.msu.edu.

Events Round-Up November 2016

Here are some events happening over the next month that may be of interest to MSU faculty and staff. Please visit the links for more information. Many events require registration.

Community Events

Thursday, November 3 – Thursday, November 10

East Lansing Film Festival, multiple times, multiple locations

Saturday, November 5

Family Day, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Eli and Edyth Broad Art Museum

Sunday, November 6

Fall Wreath Making, 2 p.m., Fenner Nature Center

Searching for Animals: Guided Walk, 3 p.m., Harris Nature Center

Wednesday, November 9 – Sunday November 27

The Wharton Center Presents: WICKED, Wharton Center for Performing Arts

Friday, November 11 – Saturday, November 12

Heritage Jazz Fest, 8 p.m., Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center

Sunday, November 13

MSU Global Festival, noon – 5 p.m., MSU Union

Tuesday, November 15

Rock Your Mocs | Indigistory Native Film Festival, 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m., Michigan History Center and Archives of Michigan

Friday, November 18

Silver Bells in the City, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m., Downtown Lansing

Sunday, November 20

Mid-Michigan Bluegrass & Folk Jam Concert, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m., Woldumar Nature Center

Thursday, November 24

2016 Lansing Turkeyman Trot, 8:30 a.m., Lansing Community College

Development, Training and Wellness

Wednesday, November 9

Living the Brand, 8:30 a.m. – noon, 10 Nisbet Building

Thursday, November 10

Supervisor Strategies for Performance Planning, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m., 10 Nisbet Building

Tuesday, November 15 and Thursday, November 17

Influencer 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Suite 10 Nisbet Building

 

 

 

 

 

 

Job of the Week 10/28/16

This week we are highlighting a Data Integrity Assistant I (posting #4314) with Advancement Information Systems and Donor Strategy. This position will compile, prepare, review, evaluate, research and record information as it pertains to the processing and recording of gifts and pledges to Michigan State University; make daily decisions regarding proper recording and disbursement of gift monies; independently communicate with University personnel and donors regarding IRS regulations and University Policies as they relate to charitable contributions for non-profit organizations; and use appropriate level of judgment to interpret gifts and pledges which are unusual, incompletely documented, require a high degree of sophisticated interpretation or are otherwise problematic. Further determination must also be made as to whether the money is considered legally to be a gift according to University, State and Federal guidelines. This position will also perform complex entry of gift and pledge related entities using set format specifications on a highly complex relational database. This position is responsible for maintaining up-to-date biographical information on alumni and donors as gifts and pledges are processed, following procedures and guidelines as instructed on all tasks. Incumbent must adhere to confidentiality of donor information and consistently meet or exceed productivity measures and accuracy standards established by the department.

MSU Jobs IconFor a complete description of this position, and to view all of our current postings, please go to www.jobs.msu.edu and select Support Staff under the Fast Jobs Search.

 

TIAA Visa Gift Card Challenge

Sometimes a little knowledge goes a long way. At least that’s what happened to Eric Strouse of IPF Safety and Security Services who stopped by retirement vendor TIAA’s table at the Big Ten Network MSU vs. Wisconsin game tailgate on September 24. Eric simply tested his knowledge about financial life and work fundamentals and won TIAA’s Apple Watch sweepstakes.

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TIAA sweepstakes winner, Eric Strouse, is a proud new owner of an Apple Watch!

You too can be entered to win amazing prizes through TIAA’s educational challenge quiz. Now through December 15, each time you play, you are entered for a chance to win one of 60 $25 Visa gift cards. Take the challenge as many times as you’d like, and learn something new about work life and finances each time. Put your knowledge to the test today!

 

Don’t Forget: Open Enrollment ends October 31!

Open Enrollment for the 2017 plan year is coming to a close.

If you haven’t already, be sure to log into the EBS portal and add, change or remove your benefit plans before the end date of October 31. Don’t wait until it’s too late to make important decisions about your benefits for the 2017 plan year!

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Finish Open Enrollment before October 31.

Be sure to complete the Health Care Affidavit if you cover a spouse or Other Eligible Individual. This will ensure that your spouse or OEI has coverage in 2017.

If you have any questions as you go through the process, look in the 2017 Employee Open Enrollment Guide for answers. Should you need additional help, there are instruction resources available on the MSU HR website, including a video tutorial. You can also visit a site lab to get help with the open enrollment process. The site labs are located in Suite 125 Nisbet Building, and they are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the following dates:

  • October 26, 2016
  • October 27, 2016
  • October 28, 2016
  • October 31, 2016

You can also contact the Solutions Center with any questions at SolutionsCenter@hr.msu.edu or 517-353-4434.