Classification and Compensation: Supervisors Review Job Profiles by February 7The next phase of the classification and compensation study focuses on ensuring job profiles are accurate and current. Supervisors of employees in budgeted staff and administrator positions should review the job profiles of their direct reports. Please submit any suggested changes via Workday using the “Create Request—Job Profile Update” to the HRSTM classification and compensation team.
To submit feedback, supervisors must have attended one of the overview sessions or viewed the recording in Workday. Suggestions are due to HRSTM by the close of business Wednesday, February 7.
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Period Activity Pay Reminders for Spring 2024As a reminder, Period Activity Pay (PAP) is how all part-time faculty (PTF) are paid in Workday and must be entered by administrative aides (AAs) based on the timelines set by HRSTM to ensure timely payment. Please note the following PAP dates for the spring semester.
Spring Pay for Part-Time Faculty The number of payments will vary based on when the classes occur (i.e., the specific part of the term). The majority of spring classes are in Part 1 of Term 1, which will be paid over nine (9) pay dates.
The first pay date for the spring semester for PTF working Part of Term 1 will be February 9, and the ninth and final pay will be on May 31. AAs were contacted directly with specific details.
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Finding HR Answers: Exploring Your OptionsDo you have general questions for the Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management (HRSTM) Team?
Getting answers is as easy as 1, 2, 3!
1) Look online. The HRSTM website is full of up-to-date information on benefits, careers, talent acquisition, payroll, performance management, and training. Please check out the resources available on the HRSTM website, the Workday Training Page, and/or Workday.
2) Contact the HRSTM Help Desk. Daily operational inquiries for all HR functional areas should be addressed to the HR Help Desk. The HR Help Desk can be reached by phone number at 240-567-5353 or email at hrstm@montgomerycollege.edu.
3) Reach out to your HRIC. Your on-campus Human Resources Internal Consultants, or HRICs, are available in person, by phone, or by email. They are well-versed in updated HRSTM policies, practices, and procedures. As specialists in employment laws, college policies, and our collective bargaining agreements, they communicate essential information to all employees.
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MC Wellness: Spring into Wellness MC Wellness continues to offer a variety of opportunities to support your health and well-being, including fitness classes, nutrition consultations, and awareness events.
National Wear Red Day®Go red on Friday, February 2, for National Wear Red Day®, the icon day of American Heart Month. On the first Friday in February, join us as we wear red and help raise awareness of the number one killer, cardiovascular disease.
On National Wear Red Day®, raise your voice and raise awareness by wearing red, sharing how you will be a lifesaver and encouraging others to do the same. We can help ourselves and those we know and love reduce their risk for cardiovascular disease by building healthy habits and learning lifesaving skills backed by the powerful science of the American Heart Association.
Take a photo of yourself wearing red and tag your photos on social media with #MCWellness and #GoRedRVA. Then, send a copy of your photo to Megan Cooperman to receive a wellness prize.
Mindful Mondays Virtual Guided Meditation for Aligning the Heart and Mind with Kaiser PermanenteOn February 5, from noon to 1 p.m., journey to the heart and focus on heart coherence, using your breath to be in the rhythm of your heart space. Meditate to align with your heart's intentions, bringing more peace to your day. Join live or do the recording on-demand. Sign up today.
Virtual Movement Breaks for MC EmployeesEvery Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 3 p.m., MC Wellness offers a 15-minute virtual movement and stretch break. Join here for as little or as long as your schedule permits. To receive calendar invitations for these breaks or any other classes we offer, contact Megan Cooperman.
Relax and Recharge with an Employee Massage at Central ServicesEvery Tuesday, enjoy a 30-minute massage at Central Services (CT) with Antwan, the MC employee massage therapist, in S115.
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2024 Legal Resources Seminar Series: When Life Gets LegalLegal Resources would like to invite all employees to attend their 2024 legal topic seminars that range from uncontested divorces to navigating credit disputes and repair.
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Retirement: Spanish Financial Planning at Rockville CampusIn an effort to provide service to all MC employees, Equitable Advisors will conduct a retirement planning seminar in Spanish covering 403b/457b Supplemental Retirement Annuities (SRAs), the MD Pension, the ORP, and general financial planning.
Please join us on Tuesday, February 6, at 3 p.m. and Wednesday, February 7, at noon in SC 152, Rockville Campus.
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Building an Inclusive Campus Culture
With conscious contributions from each community member, we can cultivate a culture where students of all backgrounds feel a profound sense of belonging. This required training is one way we are working collectively toward this vision.
Register now and be a part of building a more just, equitable, and inclusive campus for all. Please send any inquiries about this training to Antonio Montano.
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| Important Dates Thursday, February 1“Using Technology to Teach with Empathy,” 10–11 a.m., in Workday.
Friday, February 2
National Wear Red Day®
“First Fridays Book Club: We Want to Do More than Survive,” 1:30–3 p.m., in Workday.
Saturday, February 3Timesheets for non-exempt (hourly) employees and Period Activity Pay for all part‑time faculty and WDCE instructors are due in Workday by noon.
Monday, February 5“ELITE After Dark: Microsoft Teams Tips & Tricks,” 6–7 p.m., in Workday.
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- ACES Administrative Aide III
- Administrative Aide I
- Instructional Assistant
- Mailroom and Warehouse Manager
- Public Safety Officer II
- Purchasing Agent II
- Student Information Systems Specialist II (Financial Aid)
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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 and in-person classes for aqua fitness, cardio and strength circuits, desk stretching, nutrition consultations, pickleball, yoga, Zumba, and more.
All classes are complimentary for Montgomery College employees, their spouses, and retirees.
MC employees and retirees are required to register before they can participate in the FY24 wellness program.
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Join the MC Employees Facebook GroupStay 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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