Job of the Week 7/15/16

This week we are highlighting an Executive Staff Assistant (posting #3607) with the College of Social Science. This position provides administrative support to the Dean of the College of Social Science; oversees Dean’s calendar; reviews, interprets and summarizes materials in order to keep the Dean informed of pertinent events and information; gathers, screens, and relays sensitive information received from university executives, staff members, and visitors; prioritizes and responds to inquiries for the Dean; sorts, reviews, and directs Dean’s mail including drafting responses, forwarding information when appropriate, and maintaining logs to track delegated matters; develops, plans, coordinates, and manages assigned projects; assists with project development and monitors, analyzes, and reconciles related records; conducts research on assigned projects and for the development of new projects; prepares files for Dean’s meetings and attends meetings with the Dean; takes meeting minutes; lead worker for the Dean’s front office; completes work with frequent interruptions; handles diverse and multiple tasks and details; prioritizes work; maintains Dean’s office files; participates in processing materials for reappointment, promotion and tenure; supports the Dean’s scholarly work; is Dean’s liaison to other offices within the College and University.

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.

Protect and clean up your devices

Summer is a great time to clean a multitude of things in our lives. Your home, car and even your computer and other electronic gadgets.  Make sure you get the most out of your computer, tablet and phone by keeping them clean and safe by following these easy tips:

  • Change passwords that have been in place for longer than 60 days.  Learn to create strong passwords at SecureIT.msu.edu.
  • Make sure your anti-virus and anti-spyware is up to date on all devices, and set the program to auto-update and scan on a regular basis.SecureIT Website
  • Update your operating system to the latest version your device will support.
  • Add a security code or screen lock to your phone and tablet so that if it is ever misplaced or stolen, it is harder for someone else to use.
  • Refresh your understanding of phishing and how to avoid being a victim at SecureIT.msu.edu.
  • Backup files on your personal devices to a reputable cloud service or portable hard drive.
  • Uninstall apps on your phone or tablet that you’re not using anymore; they’re taking up valuable storage space.

The SecureIT.msu.edu website is a great resource to learn safe computing best practices.

Learn about heart health in Best Doctors webinar

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Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.

According to the American Heart Association, about 2,200 Americans die each day from heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases. Learn the best ways to stay heart-healthy in the upcoming Best Doctors webinar Heart Health Topics: Prevention and Intervention.

The free webinar will begin at 1 p.m. on Monday, July 18. Dr. Corey Goldman, director of Cardiovascular Imaging at HeartVein NYC, will educate attendees on prevention and staying heart healthy. He will also touch on the different conditions people most commonly run into and the ways that they are being treated today.

The webinar will conclude with a live Q&A session.

Register online.

Plan ahead at Getting To and Through Retirement Workshop

coin jarThe earlier you start planning for retirement, the better. But learning how to save smartly can be a challenge. Join retirement vendor TIAA on Wednesday, July 20, for an exploration of the key areas that bring you to and through your retirement and maximize your retirement potential. The workshop is free and one hour long.

Two session times will be offered:
Wednesday, July 20
MSU Union, Lake Huron Room
8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. OR 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Register online.

Attend upcoming Relaxing Under the Stars and Rest with Music sessions!

Look no further than Abrams Planetarium to let you mind unwind in the middle of a busy day.

The planetarium hosts two Health4U events: Relaxing Under the Stars  and Rest with Music. MSU faculty, staff, retirees and students can gaze upon drifting constellations in the night sky projected on the planetarium’s dome from the state-of-the-art Digistar projector. Both sessions are held on weekdays from 12:10 to 12:50 p.m.

The Relaxing Under the Stars sessions feature a short star talk before ambient music plays for the remainder of the hour.

Rest with Music brings a new musician to the planetarium every month. Some past musical genres include folk, jazz piano, Celtic harp, African instrumental music, and even electronic ambient music. Through all of these varieties, the Rest with Music sessions have always been soothing.

The next Relaxing Under the Stars session, provided by Health4U and Abrams Planetarium, is Monday, July 11, 2016.

Rest with Music sessions, which are provided by University Physician’s Office, Health4U, Abrams Planetarium, and Student Health Services, are held approximately once a month on weekdays. The next performance is July 21, 2016, by guitarist Hiroya Tsukamoto.

Take a well-deserved break during the lunch hour to relax, close your eyes and even nap!

Job of the Week 7/8/16

This week we are highlighting a University Developer Researcher I (posting #3627) with Advancement Information Systems and Donor Strategy. As a member of the Prospect Development Team, the Prospect Development Consultant provides leadership, oversight and strategy for the designated college/units with regard to prospect management, research and analysis. Using an account management model, the consultant manages several fundraising initiatives and oversees all prospect management and research activity for assigned constituency programs and academic units. The position serves as a partner to ensure excellence in service to fundraisers in pipeline and portfolio development. This position will work closely with the Executive Director and the Senior Associate Director of Prospect Management and Research to ensure efficient portfolio and prospect management.

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.

Go2Gateway road shows available to watch

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On June 22 and 24, MSU Human Resources held virtual road shows that walked through the ins and outs of Go2Gateway for unit administrators and unit time administrators, supervisors and employees. The road shows included information on how user testing was conducted, what will and will not be changing in the refreshed EBS portal, a description of the new layout, the rollout schedule and how to get additional help learning the new portal.

View the road shows below:

We also shared this handout, which offers ways to receive help with the refreshed EBS Portal.

If you have questions about Go2Gateway, please visit the Go2Gateway website or contact the HR Solutions Center at 517-353-4434 or SolutionsCenter@hr.msu.edu.

Events Round-Up July 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

Monday, July 4

Lansing 2016 July 4th Celebration, 11 a.m., downtown Lansing

Tuesdays, July 5 – July 26

Play in the Park, 7–8 p.m., Valley Court Park

Fridays and Saturdays, July 8 – July 30

City of East Lansing Summer Concert Series, 7 p.m., Ann Street Plaza

Tuesday, July 5 – Friday, July 10

Continue Reading… Events Round-Up July 2016

Job of the Week 7/1/16

This week we are highlighting a Student Services Assistant II (posting #3593) with Student Affairs and Services. The Greek Life Coordinator serves as the primary contact for the Greek community at MSU as it relates to advising, coordinating and promoting a supportive community. The coordinator will provide leadership in setting and attaining organizational goals, developing policies and procedures with the four governing councils and collaborate with representatives of the East Lansing community.

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.

Thank you IPF Custodial Services!

ty-custodial-2Their work often goes unnoticed, but it is evident every day when faculty, staff and students enter campus buildings to begin the day.

Custodial Services workers clean restrooms, classrooms, conference rooms, libraries, laboratories and more. They empty your trash can, mop or vacuum the floor you walk on and disinfect the door handles and light switches you touch. Each building has a crew that comes in during off hours to prepare the building for the next day.

Thank you, Custodial Services, for your constant upkeep of the numerous buildings on campus!