Office of Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management | Vol. 3, No. 27 | August 3, 2022

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FY23 Performance Goals and Professional Development Goals

What You Need to Know

Performance goal setting benefits not only the employee but the organization as a whole. There are two types of goals: performance goals and professional development goals. How do they differ?

Performance Goals

Performance goals, sometimes called SMART goals, which stands for (Specific-Measurable-Achievable-Relevant-Timely) focus on the measurable accomplishments of an individual or an entire work unit. Well-developed performance goals help to motivate employees, prioritize work, and promote positive employee relations.

Professional Development Goals

Professional development goals are objectives set to help further an individual’s career. Setting professional development goals can have many benefits. They can help you stay up to date on industry trends, increase engagement and job satisfaction, and align you with what you want out of your career and life.

Both types of goals can be set and tracked in Workday. Use the resources below to learn how to craft successful goals and manage them in Workday.

Workshops and Training Resources for FY23 Performance Goals and Professional Development Goals

Visit Performance Management in MC Learns through Workday.

Performance Management Workshops – Goal Setting

Wednesday, August 24, 2–3 p.m. | Register
Tuesday, September 13, 11 a.m–noon | Register
Wednesday, September 21, 2–3 p.m. | Register
Setting Goals (interactive, self-directed e-learning) | Register

Workday Job Aids – Managing Goals

For additional workshops and information about goals, visit the Performance Management webpage. For more information, direct questions to Performance.

Reminder: ELITE Offers Professional Development for Staff Sessions August 10

The Office of E-Learning, Innovation, and Teaching Excellence’s (ELITE) new initiative, the Summer Staff Professional Development program, continues with August sessions scheduled for Wednesday, August 10. You can sign up for one, any, or all day.

Upcoming Classes Scheduled on August 10

Cross Cultural Communication, 11 a.m.–noon
Discover the Intelligent features of PowerPoint 365, 1–2 p.m.
Start with Why: A Conversation, 2–3 p.m.
Time Management, 3–4 p.m.

For more details about the program, class descriptions and times, and information on how to register, visit the Summer Staff Professional Development website.

For Your Benefit

Information and Events from the HRSTM Benefits Team

August is Back to School Month and as you plan for the fall, take some time for wellness, reading, and other benefits offered by the College.

Check Out the August Edition of LegalSmart

LegalSmart is the newsletter of Legal Resources, the vendor that administers Montgomery College's group legal benefit plan. This month’s edition features driving safely, cryptocurrency and scams, back to school, tips, trends, changing legislation, and more.

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Are You On Track Planning for Your Financial Future?

Schedule time with Larry Weber, CFS, a Voya Financial Advisor representative dedicated to Montgomery College. Voya Financial is one of the College’s approved 403(b) and 457(b) supplemental retirement vendors. Larry can help determine if you’re on track to meet your retirement goals and provide information on enrolling, investment options, beneficiaries, and more. See the informational flyer.

Classes and Support Groups for MC Employees Through Holy Cross Health Partnership

Holy Cross Health offers a variety of exercise, health education, screening, prevention, and self-care management programs online and in multiple, convenient community locations throughout Montgomery County. Many programs are free. For a complete listing of classes and registration information, visit Wellness Classes and Support Groups | Holy Cross Health.

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Important Dates

Saturday, August 6

Timesheets for non-exempt (hourly) employees due in Workday by noon.

Tuesday, August 9

Maryland Retirement Agency Pre-Retirement Planning webinar, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Register

Manager Evaluation Workshop, 11 a.m.–noon. Register

Wednesday, August 10

ELITE Summer Staff Professional Development program offers six one-hour classes, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. See class times and descriptions.

Friday, August 19

Deadline to submit completed/acknowledged performance evaluations in Workday, 5 p.m.

Monday, August 22

Opening Meeting, 9 a.m. Rockville Campus, PAC

Explore Careers at MC

See recent open positions:

Human Resources Open Positions
Instructional Support (Preschool Classroom Aide)
Grounds Maintenance Worker Lead
Art/Design Instructional Faculty (Full-time)
Facilities Materials Specialist

Visit Career in Workday to view all job openings.

Workday Support for Employees

Find job aids, training videos, and other resources on the Workday Training webpage.

Return to Campus

Employee Guidance

Current guidance for MC employees since the College returned to full onsite staffing

Employee Resources: Return-to-Campus

COVID-19 Vaccinations and Testing Requirements

Employee COVID-19 Vaccination, Safety, and Disciplinary Action Protocols

Daily COVID-19 Symptom Self-Assessment

The MC Next Generation Wellness program offers live and pre-recorded classes daily. Visit Wellness for class descriptions and times.

ENROLL

Visit MC Wellness for class schedules and resources.

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More Information

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