Office of Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management | Vol. 1, No. 9 | June 10, 2020

Contribute Your Skills: New Talent Share Program

As a result of our changed work environment, some departments are experiencing an increased workload while others may have employees with increased availability. While you are continuing to support our students, HRSTM is responding to the challenges of COVID-19 by creating opportunities to support each other. By working together, we can share our talents and expertise across the College.

Building a Stronger Community

If you are looking for another way to stay connected to the MC community while working from home, this new initiative may be for you.
The Talent Share program will allow you to:

Collaborate with other units and teams to support departments across the College.
Increase your network and connections Collegewide.
Contribute your skills while adding to your professional growth and development.

Any questions regarding the talent sharing program can be sent to HRSTM. Visit the Talent Share Program web page for more information and FAQs.

FY 2020 Performance Evaluation Tips

A performance evaluation is a process used to promote communication between an employee and supervisor. An evaluation also serves as an opportunity for an employee to provide feedback on their performance and collaboratively set goals with their supervisor. See the tips below to help write your self-assessment.

Keeping things simple and using short declarative statements are key to writing an effective self-assessment. This year the scroll bar feature was removed to allow all text to be visible if printed.
If additional space is needed for your accomplishments a link “if needed, click here to continue” is available below the text box.
Short-term goals should align with job duties and professional development and be achievable during the first quarter.

Additional guidance and performance documents can be found on the Performance Management web page.

Reminder: FY20 Required Training Due June 30

Remember to complete your FY20 required training by June 30, 2020. Additionally, all Montgomery College faculty, staff, and students have access to LinkedIn Learning. LinkedIn Learning is an on-demand learning solution designed to help you build new skills and advance your career.

Retirement Deductions and Contributions Stop Over Summer Months

Employees enrolled in the Teachers’ Retirement/Pension System, Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) or the Supplemental Retirement Annuities (SRA) will not see deductions/contributions over the summer months. These deductions/contributions occur over 20 pay periods and will resume again with the September 11, 2020 paycheck. Those enrolled in the Employees' Pension System have a deduction all year long. If you have any questions, please contact HRSTM Benefits.

Join the Island Getaway Activity Challenge

Was your summer vacation to the beach cancelled? No problem, Next Generation Wellness has got you (virtually) covered with our Island Getaway Activity Challenge! The contest runs June 15 to July 3. Any fitness activity counts, not just steps! You may join as an individual and/or a team (3–5 members per team). Come island hop with us! For more information and to register, please visit Island Getaway Activity Challege.

Important Dates

June 11

Search Advocate Applications Due

Learn how to promote equity, validity, and diversity at the College. Apply to learn effective ways to be an advocate and advisor for MC search committees. Learn more about the Search Advocate Program.

June 12

Timesheets due by noon

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College Resources

COVID-19 Guidance for MC Student and Employees

COVID-19 Employee Assistance

Join MC Employee Facebook Group

Stay up to date on the latest news by joining our private MC employee Facebook group. This group is only open to MC employees and will require approval to join.

Let's stay connected.

More Information

For contact information by person or topic, please visit the Office of Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management website for the Points of Contact link.

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