Have You Received the COVID-19 Vaccine?
The first set of public health recommendations for people who have been fully vaccinated has been released from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). If you are an MC employee and have been recently vaccinated, please keep in mind that wearing a well-fitted face covering and maintaining social distancing is still a requirement while visiting any of Montgomery College’s campuses or offsite locations. Employees must continue to follow all protocols as directed in the Return to Campus webinar for employees.
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Workday Project Continues
With each Workday project milestone, Montgomery College nears its goal of enhancing business processes that generate operational efficiencies. One of these efficiencies is employee self-service (ESS), a feature that allows employees to initiate actions independently. The ESS tool in Workday helps to eliminate time-consuming manual processes while improving the user’s experience.
What’s Now Available in Workday:- Review and register for internal professional development and training through the new MC Learns through Workday
- Apply for open positions through the internal career app
- View and update current benefits information
- Create and change personal information
- Update emergency contact information
- Request name changes
- Review position and salary information
What’s Next: Performance to Go Live July 2021
The next project milestone is the implementation of Workday’s Talent and Performance Management function. This phase is scheduled to launch in July 2021. The Offices of Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management and Information Technology are working diligently to ensure another smooth transition. To learn more about what Talent and Performance Management through Workday will provide, and for answers to frequently asked questions, visit Workday at MC.
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Update on Overload Pay Dates for Full-Time Faculty
Due to the increase of second-half term courses for the spring 2021 semester, overload pay for full-time faculty is being processed differently this academic year. This year, faculty will receive overload pay based on their spring course start dates. Faculty should consult with their department's administrative aide for information about their pay dates.
As a reminder, first-half term classes started the week of January 25. The classes that put full-time faculty over 30 ESH are considered overload and will be paid over eight (8) pays with the first pay date on February 26, 2021 and the last pay date on June 4, 2021.
Second-half term classes start the week of March 29. The remaining classes that qualify for overload will be paid over five (5) pays with the first pay date on April 9, 2021 and the last pay date on June 4, 2021.
Depending on the department's submission date, the first overload pay date for full-time faculty will be on February 26 or April 9. Please check with your department to verify your first overload pay date.
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Talent Share Program Introduces Employee Self-Contribute Talent Form
Montgomery College continues to respond to the challenges of COVID-19 by creating opportunities for employees to share talent and expertise across the organization through the current Talent Share Program. Employees will now have the opportunity to submit talent share requests through the new Employee Self-Contribute Talent form. The employee will need to discuss and receive approval from his/her manager to participate in the self-contribute process. Self-contribute allows employees to identify opportunities that they are interested in that match their qualifications, skills, and interests.
The Office of Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management will make efforts to match employees to their desired assignment; however, we cannot guarantee requests, as the College’s needs take priority.
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MCRPA to Host Virtual Open House
The Montgomery College Rising Professionals Association (MCRPA) is hosting an open house for MC employees via Zoom on Friday, March 26, 2021 from 2–3 p.m. Employees will be able to attend the one-hour event to learn about MCRPA and hear from the leadership team, committee chairs and vice chairs, current members, and previous members. Bring your questions; expect some fun! If you are interested in attending, please email MCRPA for the Zoom link.
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Employee Connections Program Update: New Group and WebinarsAbout the Program
The Office of Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management (HRSTM) established the Employee Connections Group program to facilitate opportunities for employees to come together as a community to enrich personal experiences and build community. It also provides leadership opportunities for those who wish to participate, initiate, or lead a group. Groups get together via Zoom meetings. Come meet and interact with employees from across the College.
New Employee Group: Fun Fridays
Fun Fridays is a new Employee Connections group that is a lunchtime get-together with a social emphasis. Activities may include games, cooking demonstrations, and discussions on topics such as travel and leisure activities. Expand your MC social network while having fun! Join Fun Fridays.
Webinars Offered to Support Employees
Join one or all of these webinars to connect with, share ideas, and support one another across the College.
Overcoming Financial Obstacles SeriesFriday, March 12, 2 p.m. “Voya presents: Pension Maximization
Wednesday, April 7, 2 p.m. "AIG Presents: Social Security and Your Retirement" Register for one or more webinars.
Mental Health Education Series
Thursday, March 25, 11 a.m. "Coping with Family Mental Health" Register for webinar.
Questions About the Program?
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Back Issues of Employee Matters Newsletter Online
Miss an issue? Find current and previous issues of the Employee Matters newsletter, as well as other Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management news and employee communications here.
Suggestion for the Newsletter?
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| Important Dates Wednesday, March 10
Friday, March 12
Monday, March 15
Spring recess for students and faculty begins; continues through March 21.
Thursday, March 18
Timesheets due at noon. (Early deadline due to spring break on March 19)
Friday, March 19
Spring break; College closed
Thursday, March 25
“Eating Healthy at Home” webinar, 12:15–1:15 p.m. Register
Friday, March 26
Weekly Stretch Breaks
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| Talent Share Opportunities
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Is Your Contact Information Up-to-Date in Workday?
In alignment with the College’s COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan, and to assist in contact tracing, we ask that all employees update their personal contact information in Workday. See the job aid for step-by-step instructions on updating your information. You can access Workday on MyMC.
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| College Resources and COVID-19 Information
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Upcoming Events “Eating Healthy at Home” March 25, 12:15–1:15 p.m.
Next Generation Wellness and a certified nutritionist share healthy ways to eat at home while using whole, fresh, and real ingredients. Register for webinar.
“Strive to Organize” Wellness ChallengeMarch 29–April 10
Score points for completing simple tasks to get decluttered and more organized. Register
All new and past wellness members must enroll via Workday to receive wellness information and incentives. View how to enroll.
Visit MC Wellness to view class schedules, wellness forms and resources.
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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.
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