Employee Data Dashboard for April 2023
The Office of Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management (HRSTM) Employee Data Dashboard provides monthly data about Montgomery College employees to encourage employees to access on‑demand information and resources.
The data dashboard has been updated as of April 17, 2023.
The updates include broad information, such as the total number of employees broken down by the employee type and demographic category. We believe this dashboard will aid you in answering questions, planning, and identifying personnel trends at MC.
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Reminder: Complete Your Required Training by June 30
As part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining a safe, compliant, and efficient workplace and fostering professional development, we would like to remind all employees that completing their assigned training courses by June 30, 2023, is a mandatory requirement.
The Required Training varies depending on the role you have within the organization. To determine the specific courses you need to complete, please visit the HRSTM Required Training webpage.
Once you have identified the Required Training courses for your role, enroll in the respective trainings through Workday.
To ensure you meet the June 30, 2023 deadline, we recommend the following:
- Review the required training courses for your role on the HRSTM Required Training webpage.
- Link to the “Ethics Self-Reflection Questionnaire” from the HRSTM Required Training website, not Workday.
- Log in to Workday and enroll in the required training courses.
- Schedule time in your calendar to complete the courses before the deadline.
- Keep track of your progress and ensure you have completed all required courses by June 30, 2023.
- Note: The due date for “The Journey Toward Becoming an Anti-Racist Institution” has been moved to June 30, 2024.
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Employee Spotlight: Meet Fetwi GubsaFetwi Gubsa’s journey to Montgomery College began when he moved to the United States and found the AELG program on the College's website. Recognizing the similarity to his previous work experience, Fetwi applied and became a part-time ESL instructor in 2015.
Over the years, Fetwi has taken on various roles and found fulfillment in seeing his students succeed, such as earning their GEDs and working towards their associate degrees. In 2020, he led a successful syllabus review that tailored the GED program to better meet the learners needs. When it comes to difficult conversations, Fetwi remains calm and focuses on the positive aspects of his observations.
Outside of work, Fetwi enjoys watching soccer games, expanding his knowledge through online research, and spending time with his family. Through his dedication to his students and willingness to overcome challenges, Fetwi has become a valuable member of the Montgomery College community.
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FY23 Annual Reviews: A Chance to Reflect and Grow
There are two ways to prepare for the annual performance evaluation process. First, check on your goals and make final adjustments. Log in to Workday to review your goals and use the Manage Goals Job Aid for assistance. Second, be sure to complete your Required Training by Friday, June 30, 2023.
Coming soon: performance evaluation training dates will be updated on the website, and employees will be able to start their performance
self-evaluations.
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MC Wellness: Transforming Your Health and Wellbeing Take care of your mind and body by joining us for the upcoming MC Wellness activities.
Tuesday Table Massage
Are you feeling stressed out and in need of some relaxation? Look no further than our onsite table massage service with Antwan Watson, a registered massage practitioner.
Beginning Tuesday, May 2, Antwan will be available for 30-minute appointments every Tuesday at Central Services in S115, with the exception of Tuesday, May 16, when Antwan will be at Takoma Park/Silver Spring in ST302. Appointments fill up quickly, so book now! Reserve your appointment in advance through Schedulicity.
The price for each session is $35, which can be paid by cash, Venmo, or Zelle. If you enjoy your massage, gratuities are welcome.
If you need to cancel your appointment, please do so as soon as possible to allow someone else to schedule an appointment.
Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month in May
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we're excited to offer several events to support the mental health and wellness of our employees.
On Tuesday, May 2, we'll be hosting a Cigna webinar for mental health training from noon–1 p.m. The training is open to all employees, but space is limited, so register in advance.
Join us on Thursday, May 4 at noon for “May the Fourth Be with You Yoga” on the Rockville Campus. This yoga session is open to MC employees and students. Come connect with your mind, body, and spirit in a fun and relaxing way.
On Wednesday, May 10, we are hosting a Mini Mental Health Fair at Central Services from 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Drop in and explore the resources and services available to support your mental wellness.
And on Thursday, May 11, join us from 4–5 p.m. for a Virtual Healthy Happy Hour to De-stress with Jeremy Ragdale at the Piano Bar. Bring your song recommendations for Jeremy to play, and enjoy an hour of relaxation and connection. To participate, register at the MC Wellness featured event.
Remember, taking care of your mental health is essential for your overall well-being. We hope you'll take advantage of these events and resources this May and beyond.
All participants must register for MC Wellness to attend any wellness events. If you have any questions, please contact Megan Cooperman.
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Empowering MC Employees with Legal Resources
Montgomery College’s Legal Resources plan is available to help you tackle unexpected legal issues with ease. The legal plan provides MC employees with comprehensive benefits and resources for coping with mental and financial stressors, as well as high-quality, affordable legal representation.
Whether it's a family law issue, estate planning, or consumer protection, Legal Resources is designed to provide you with the peace of mind that comes from having a dedicated legal team on your side.
Not enrolled? Please sign up for Legal Resources during the Open Enrollment period for 2024 starting October 30, 2023.
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Tips for a Better Work-Life Balance
Are you constantly struggling to balance your work and personal life? Do you often feel like you're being pulled in opposite directions with no time to unwind? We get it. Life can be hectic, and finding the right balance can seem like an impossible feat. But what if we told you there's a way to simplify things?
It all starts with prioritizing what matters in your life. Instead of trying to juggle everything at once, take a step back and decide what's truly important to you. Is it spending time with your family? Advancing in your career? Pursuing a hobby or passion? Once you've defined your priorities, you can give them the appropriate time and attention.
However, how do you actually make time for the important things? Unnecessary activities can be eliminated. We all have extracurricular obligations that we do not truly enjoy but feel compelled to fulfill. Concentrate on what brings you true happiness and satisfaction. Finding a way to manage multiple responsibilities can lead to a happier and more productive life, which will result in work-life balance.
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| Important Dates Thursday, April 20“UDC Open Lab - Test it Out! Bring Your Content and Let's Do Some Automated and Manual Accessibility Testing,”
2–3 p.m., in Workday.
Friday, April 21“Using ChatGPT to Help Design Lessons and Assessments,”
3–4 p.m. in Workday.
Wednesday, April 26“Microsoft Word Essentials,” 1–4 p.m., in Workday.
Saturday, April 29Timesheets for non-exempt (hourly) employees and Period Activity Pay for all part‑time faculty and WDCE instructors due in Workday by noon.
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Current guidance for MC employees since the College returned to full onsite staffing:
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- Access Control Specialist/Locksmith
- Administrative Aide
- Administrative Aide II
- Building Services Worker
- Collegewide Mental Health Services Coordinator
- Cybersecurity Laboratory Program Manager
- ESOL Placement and Learning Advisor
- Financial Aid Specialist
- Geoscience Instructional Laboratory Coordinator
- Part-time Faculty Ceramics Instructor
- Part-time Faculty Communication Studies
- Part-time WDCE Bread Baking and Fine Cusine Instructors
- Placement and Learning Advisor
- Public Safety Officer II
- Systems Engineer, Office 365 (Hybrid)
- Temporary - Interim Childcare Assistant Teacher
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Workday Support for Employees
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Become a Contributor for Employee MattersAre you interested in submitting an article for publication or becoming a regular columnist for Employee Matters?
We’re always looking for fresh College and employee-related content and we'd love to collaborate with you and hear your story.
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Emergency Evacuation Accommodation It is important for all employees to have an emergency evacuation plan in place in the event of an emergency. Those who may need assistance during an evacuation due to a disability should consider identifying themselves to employers and building managers to aid in the planning process.
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The MC Wellness program offers online classes daily, including barre, bootcamp, cardio kickboxing, yoga, Zumba ®, and more. Visit the Wellness page for the 2023 spring schedule and descriptions of classes.
Visit MC Wellness for class schedules, wellness forms, and resources.
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Employee Matters Newsletter OnlineMiss an issue? 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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Join the MC Employees Facebook Group
Stay in the know by joining the MC Employees Facebook group. This group is only open to Montgomery College employees and will require approval to join.
Join. Like. Comment. Share.
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