MC Employee Insights: 2024 Fiscal Update We’re thrilled to present the latest edition of Employee Matters: 2024 Fiscal Update for MC Employees. Your journey through this update will uncover vital information on compensation adjustments, ESH rates, educational stipends, travel funds, essential training, and more.
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Reminder: How Salary Adjustments Affect Your BenefitsAny time there is a change to your annual base salary, benefits that are salary-based will change in terms of coverage and deduction/contribution (basic life insurance, optional life insurance, long-term disability, and pension/optional retirement plan).
If you are already at the maximum for basic and/or optional life insurance, coverage and deductions will not change. If you have any questions, please contact HRSTM Benefits.
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Cultivating Community and BelongingCelebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us as we delve into the essence of community and belonging. Don’t miss our enlightening panel discussion on empowering Latine students for inclusivity and success. This panel will showcase former MCPS students who currently work at MC, current partnerships with the College, and how we serve our students on campus.
The event will be held on Tuesday, October 10, from 4-5:30 p.m. in TC 136, on the RV campus. Please RSVP to attend.
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FY24 Classification and Compensation Study Moves ForwardThe Office of Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management announced last week that the FY24 Classification and Compensation Practices Study is underway. In June, the classification and compensation team began working on migrating position information from Job Wizard to Workday. This work was required as the first phase of the study sets the foundation for the project. As the phase I work is nearing completion, detailed information will be forthcoming.
The next phase of the study will focus on faculty, staff, and administrators market assessments, pay structures, compensation practices, and related policies and procedures. We will reach out to thought partners and employee groups to gather insights to inform this important work.
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MC Wellness: Supporting Your Total Well-Being
The path to overall well-being is lifelong. Montgomery College provides resources to support each step of your journey toward improved physical, mental, and emotional health. Register for MC Wellness to invest in your total health and well-being.
Heads Up: Pickleball Class Time Changed
Starting immediately, the new pickleball hours are 11:15 a.m.–1:30 p.m. in PE 137A at the Rockville (RV) Campus. To join, register for MC Wellness and email Megan Cooperman for more information.
Final Chance: Register for the Walktober Walking Challenge
Join us for Walktober on Monday, October 2. Embrace the fall season with a daily step goal: 6,000 steps (red leaf) for beginners, 8,000 steps (orange leaf) for the active, or aim high at 10,000+ steps (gold leaf) for a true challenge. Register now!
Live Long, Be Well Live or Zoom Webinar
On Wednesday, October 4, at noon, join Professor Beth Ridings at Central Services (CT) in S108 BOT Gallery or via Zoom.
Physical fitness helps with disease prevention and improves daily functioning and mental health. RSVP to learn healthy tips and ideas for adding physical fitness to your busy schedule for lifelong well-being.
Free Active Aging booklets from the National Institute on Aging will be provided. Contact Megan Cooperman for the Zoom link or to request a booklet if you cannot attend in person.
Led by Beth Ridings, Department Chair of Health Enhancement, Exercise Science, and Physical Education.
Dance Against Cancer at Rockville Campus
Join us Wednesday, October 18, on the Rockville (RV) Campus at 12:15 p.m. in PE 137A.
Come dance and move in support of those we know, care for, and love who have or are battling any form of cancer. Stay for as little or if your schedule allows. Co-sponsored with RV Student Life and Exercise is Medicine. Led by multiple certified dance fitness instructors.
Free Flu Shot Clinics at Open Enrollment Fairs
Free flu shot clinics will be offered at the Open Enrollment Benefits Fairs on each MC campus. Drop-ins are welcome, but appointments are recommended to reduce wait times.
- Rockville (RV) Campus: On Tuesday, October 31, from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. in PE 137A (the small gym).
- Germantown (GT) Campus: On Thursday, November 2, from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. in BE 151 and BE 152.
- Central Services (CT): On Monday, November 6, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. in S108.
- Takoma Park/Silver Spring (TP/SS): On Thursday, November 9, from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. in the Gallery at CU Cultural Arts.
Relax and Recharge with an Employee Massage
Antwan, the massage therapist for MC employees, will be offering 30‑minute massages at the following locations:
- Central Services (CT): Every Tuesday in S115.
- Takoma Park/Silver Spring (TP/SS): On the third Wednesday of each month in ST 30.
If you have any questions or need disability-related accommodations, please contact Megan Cooperman.
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#YouBelongHere at Montgomery College Richard Szwerc is a prime example of the excellent instructors at MC. How does he describe the students he encounters? “We have students from a wide range of backgrounds and circumstances. Some have stable, prosperous families, and some are new immigrants who have fled a rough environment. Every class has a wide range of needs. I’m continually impressed by how well our faculty come to know their students and how we all gladly make allowances to work with the students’ circumstances. Although I may only know a student for a few semesters, I am aware of how my class might have a long-term impact on them. These students are soon to be the leaders of our society.”
He is the recipient of MC’s 2022 Outstanding Part-time Faculty Award as well as the recipient of the 2022 NISOD Excellence Award, a program that recognizes individuals doing extraordinary work on their campuses.
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| Important Dates Thursday, September 28“Performance Management Workshops - Goal Setting,”
11 a.m.–noon., in Workday.
Friday, September 29“The Virtual Campus: Transforming Teaching and Learning,”
12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m., in Workday.
“Tech It Out, September 2023,” 2–2:45 p.m., in Workday.
Saturday, September 30Timesheets for non-exempt (hourly) employees and Period Activity Pay for all part‑time faculty and WDCE instructors are due in Workday by noon.
Tuesday, October 3“ELITE after Dark: MS Forms for Excel: Tips & Tricks,”
7–8 p.m., in Workday.
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- Chemistry Instructional Faculty FT
- Enrollment Services VA Specialist
- Event Coordinator
- Library Access Services Specialist I
- Major Gifts and Annual Giving Director
- Part-time Faculty Mathematics, Statistics, and Data Science Instructor
- Social Resource Program Coach
- Vice President of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer
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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.
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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 and
in-person classes daily for aqua fitness, cardio and strength circuits, desk stretching, pickleball, Pilates, Tai Ji, yoga, and Zumba.
Visit the Wellness page for the FY24 fall schedule and descriptions of classes.
All classes are complimentary for MC employees, their spouses, and retirees.
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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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