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Office of Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management | Vol. 2, No. 17 | April 28, 2021

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“University Days” at Maryland Mass Vaccination Sites Continue Through May 9

The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) has continued to work with the Maryland Department of Health to identify “University Days” at various mass vaccination sites throughout Maryland. This means that campus community members, including students, faculty, and staff, can directly access vaccination appointments.

Steps to Schedule an Appointment:

  • Visit massvax.maryland.gov.
    (Note there is a different website for M&T/Ravens Stadium.)
  • Enter the applicable passcode.
  • Select the appropriate site.
  • Choose an appointment date/time and register for appointment.

Locations and Dates:

  • Regency, Ongoing through April 28
    11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf, MD 20602
    Passcode: 33040
  • Hagerstown Outlets, Ongoing through May 4
    900 Premium Outlets Boulevard, Hagerstown, MD 21740
    Passcode: 33602
  • Ripken Stadium, April 30–May 9
    873 Long Drive, Aberdeen, MD 21001
    Passcode: 31522
  • Wicomico, April 29–May 5
    500 Glen Avenue, Salisbury, MD 21804
    Passcode: 24011
  • Navy-Marine Corps Stadium, April 30–May 6
    550 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401
    Passcode: 04736
  • M&T Bank Stadium/ Ravens Stadium, May 1–8
    1101 Russell Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
    No code required. Register here.
MHEC will continue to announce additional “University Days” at other mass vaccination sites throughout Maryland as they become available.

More Information

Read more about “University Days” on the MHEC website.
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Send a Virtual Congratulations to MC’s Class of 2021

The College will be holding a virtual commencement ceremony for our Class of 2021—and we are trying to find ways to make it special for our graduates. Help MCTV and the Office of Special Events honor the Class of 2021 by recording a short (30 seconds or less) video message to the MC Class of 2021. Message will be edited together with other faculty and staff messages to be a part of the festivities during our virtual commencement ceremony, Friday, May 21. If you have commencement regalia, please consider wearing it when you record your message.
Please use this link for all submissions: Upload Faculty Commencement Message. The deadline is Friday, April 30 at 6 p.m.
If you are sending a message, please notify MCTV Producer Scott Youngblood.
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Update on the Talent Share Program

As the College starts to plan for a return to campus, we have seen a decrease in the number of employees available to participate in the Talent Share program. However, the program will continue as it has allowed the College to practice prudent fiscal stewardship and provide opportunities for our employees to share their talent and skills supporting other units within the College community. Please continue to inform the talent acquisition and employment team of your staffing needs and they will support departments through Talent Share. Staffing requests that can’t be filled through talent share can be addressed through contracted services using one of our vendors. Visit temporary staffing for more information on the vendor process.

A Special Thanks to Our Public Safety Employees

We want to take this opportunity to recognize the significant contributions that the Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management staff made to the Talent Share program. We had over 42 employees from Public Safety participating in the program. We truly appreciate their support!

Request Talent or See Current Opportunities

Managers, do you need help? Or, do you have employees available to help another area of the College? Request talent or see a list of our current opportunities.
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Employee Connections Webinars Offered to Support Employees

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 via Zoom meetings to enrich personal experiences and build community. The Employee Connections Group program also offers these upcoming webinars.
Register for webinar(s) in the Overcoming Financial Obstacles Series or Mental Health Education Series.

Overcoming Financial Obstacles Series

Wednesday, May 5, noon “TIAA Presents: The Starting Line: Beginning to Save for Retirement”

Mental Health Education Series

Thursday, April 29, 2 p.m. “FSAP Presents: Counseling and Therapy, Demystified”
Tuesday, May 18, noon “Anxiety and Depression with Stephanie Will”

Questions About the Program?

Have questions or suggestions for new groups? Please contact Leslie Jones or Kathleen Boyer.
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Tips for Contacting HRSTM for Information

If you have a question for the Office of Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management (HRSTM) but are unsure of the best person(s) to contact, please send your inquiry to hrstm@montgomerycollege.edu. Your question will be answered and/or you will be redirected to the appropriate team or HRSTM staff member for assistance.
Please Note: To avoid confusion, confidentiality concerns, and duplicate efforts, we ask that you please do not send your inquiry to “HRSTM Staff” as listed in the Outlook Address Book, which is the distribution list for the entire HRSTM team.

Important Dates

Friday, April 30

Timesheets due at noon.

Tuesday, May 4, 1–2 p.m

Germantown Campus Council meeting. Request link.

Thursday, May 6, 1–2 p.m.

Employee Services Council meeting. Request link.

May 5, 6, 11, 19

“Your Voice, Your MC” Employee Survey Findings Information Sessions:
Wednesday, May 5
2–3 p.m. Register
Thursday, May 6
10–11 a.m. Register
Tuesday, May 11
10–11 a.m. Register
Wednesday, May 19
10–11 a.m. Register

Tuesday, May 18

Dr. Pollard’s Town Hall Meeting on Facebook and YouTube. Email your questions to Resilient MC or send a video question.

Weekly Stretch Breaks

Join us for virtual stretch breaks. See schedule.
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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.

HRSTM Guidance for MC Employees During COVID-19 Pandemic

Resilient MC

College Resources and COVID-19 Information

Resilient MC Resources
The College’s response to COVID-19, guidance, documents, and videos
Coronavirus: What You Need to Know
Guidance for MC students and employees
Spring 2021 Semester Information
Most classes fully online
Daily COVID-19 Symptom Self-Assessment
For employees, students, contractors, and visitors to take prior to arriving to MC campus or off-site locations
Support for Students
For scholarships to MC students in need during this difficult time
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The MC Next Generation Wellness program offers online wellness classes daily, See the schedule for times.
All new and past wellness members must enroll via Workday to receive wellness information and incentives.
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Visit MC Wellness for more.

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