MC’s Mask Mandate to Remain in Effect
Montgomery College’s indoor masking continues in full force, even as we hear Maryland and other states are lifting theirs. The College will make its own decisions on mask requirements, based on the latest public health guidance and what best serves the needs of our mission. Higher quality masks such as KN95s and KF94s or double masking are still strongly encouraged. KN95s can be secured from the College’s public safety offices or requested through the Office of Facilities, and are available at several local public libraries.
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Open Forums on MC Survey Findings Begin Next Week
Areas Based on Strengths- Building on our impact and pride in the College mission
- Enhancing the successes of our equity, inclusion, and ethics efforts.
Areas for Growth Opportunities- Enhancing the quality and effectiveness of performance management
- Greater clarity and inclusivity by leaders and managers in decision‑making
We want to hear from you. Your input on these priority themes will move the needle forward on both Collegewide and departmental improvements. Register for a forum below:
- Tuesday, February 22, 10:30 a.m.–noon | Register
- Wednesday, February 23, 2–3:30 p.m. | Register
- Thursday, February 24, 2–3:30 p.m. | Register
- Tuesday, March 1, 10:30–11:30 p.m. | Register
(special evening session)
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Workday Q&A:How Do I Add a Profile Photo?
As you confirm your contact details through the Personal Information app in Workday, you should also add a profile photo. The ability to view members of our community within Workday makes the experience more personal and helps identify names and positions with faces. After logging in to Workday and opening the Personal Information app, click on “Photo” under “Change” to upload a photo that is saved in one of the following formats: GIF, JPEG, PNG,TIFF, or BMP. The image should be a recent photo in which the employee is the only subject. The employee's face should be visibile and in focus. Drag and drop your photo file into the light gray box or choose “Select files” to upload your photo file. Click “Submit” or ”Save for Later.” Repeat this process if you wish to change your photo in the future.
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How Do I Find Open Positions at the College?
Log in to Workday and click on the Career app icon. Click on “Find Jobs” listed under “Actions” in the first box on the left. Browse the list of open positions.
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HRSTM and OBS Offer Virtual Office Sessions to Employees on EAP Request Process in Workday
If you need help understanding and navigating the Educational Assistance Program (EAP) request process in Workday, be sure to register for a virtual office session hosted by the Offices of Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management (HRSTM) and Business Services (OBS). The sessions are offered via Zoom.
Once you join the Zoom meeting, you will be placed in a waiting room and receive personal assistance on a first-come, first-served basis. Please have your prepay requisition and/or reimbursement documents (i.e., invoices, receipts) saved and ready for review and to be uploaded into Workday. Upcoming sessions are listed below:
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Nominate Your Colleague for Outstanding Staff, Staff of the Year, or Outstanding Faculty Award by March 1
The nomination process is underway for Outstanding Staff, Staff of the Year, and Outstanding Faculty Awards for the 2021–2022 academic year. See details for each category and the nomination process below.
Outstanding Staff Awards
These awards are awarded based on four categories: Excellence in Performance, Excellence in Customer Service, Excellence in Innovation, and Excellence in Serving Students. The Outstanding Staff awardees will receive a one-time payment of $2,000. Learn more and nominate a staff member.
Staff of the Year Award
The Staff of the Year award recognizes an individual who consistently exemplifies exceptional performance, leadership, and service that has a broad impact on the collegewide community. The Staff of the Year awardee will receive a one-time payment of $5,000. Learn more and nominate a staff member.
Outstanding Faculty Awards
These awards recognize individual full- and part-time faculty members who exemplify the excellence that characterizes the entire Montgomery College faculty. For the current year, each faculty member recognized with an Outstanding Faculty Award will receive a one-time payment of $2,000. Awardees receiving the Full-Time Faculty of the Year and Part-Time Faculty of the Year awards will receive $5,000 each. A committee of faculty and administrators, representing each campus and Central Services, will review all nominations and recommend awardees. Learn more and nominate today.
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Employee Services Council to Meet Thursday, March 3
The Employee Services Council invites the Montgomery College community to the next council meeting on Thursday, March 3 at 1 p.m. via Zoom. The council provides input on behalf of all employee groups in decisions related to employment services, employee programs, and related matters, and makes recommendations to the College Council or other councils as appropriate. The meeting will feature a special topic for discussion: “MC Employee Onboarding.” Request Zoom meeting link.
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New Supervisor Orientation Program Returns March 23
The fall session of the New Supervisor Orientation Program begins Wednesday, March 23 at 9 a.m. The program is designed for supervisors who are new to the College, Montgomery College employees who have been recently promoted to a supervisory role, or for experienced supervisors seeking a refresher. The four morning sessions, from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. on March 23, 24, 30, and 31, will provide participants with the essential information needed to manage and lead a team at Montgomery College. Attendance and participation are required for each morning session as the program content and topics are related and build upon one another. Enroll via MC Learns through Workday.
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| Important DatesThursday, February 17
Saturday, February 19
Timesheets for non-exempt (hourly) employees must be submitted and approved by supervisors in Workday by noon.
Tuesday, February 22
Wednesday, February 23
Thursday, February 24
Tuesday, March 1
Outstanding Staff, Staff of the Year, and Outstanding Faculty Award nominations due.
Thursday, March 3
Weekly Stretch Breaks
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Workday Reminders, Tips, and Guidance
Since the opening of Workday on January 3, 2022, MC Learns through Workday is available again for FY22 required trainings and other professional development offerings. All MC employees can now enter time off, and hourly employees can enter time worked. Payroll and Finance are now fully live. Visit Workday Training for job aids, training videos, and other resources.
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Current guidance for MC employees as the College shifts back to full onsite, in‑person operations
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Visit MC Wellness for 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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| Back Issues of Employee Matters Newsletter Online
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Find current and previous issues of the Employee Matters newsletter, as well as other Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management (HRSTM) news and employee communications here.
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