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How to use your sick time quota balance

Published on June 13, 2019July 17, 2019 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

If you’re an MSU support staff member, you may have you found yourself wondering how MSU’s family sick time balance works. How is your sick time balance related to your family sick time balance? Let’s break it down.

First, what is family sick time? Basically, the university gives you paid time you can take to care for a family member or someone in your home. Exactly how much time and what qualifies varies depending on your union. Find out here how your union defines family sick time. You get a certain amount of family sick time to use during a fiscal year, July 1 – June 30.

Is this separate from your sick time balance?

Technically, no. When you enter time in EBS, it appears separately, but any time you take for family sick will be deducted from the family sick balance AND your personal sick time balance. This means if you want to take eight hours of family sick time, you have to have eight hours available in BOTH the sick time balance and family sick time balance.

Think of it this way – you earn sick time every pay period and of that sick time, you can use a set number of hours as family sick time. Your sick time can be used when you personally are sick or when you go to the doctor or dentist. If you use up all your family sick time, you cannot use your personal sick time to cover times when you’re away from work to care for a family member of someone in your home. View the full policy for support staff here.

Example: Sue Spartan’s Time Balances

Sue Spartan gets paid monthly. She earns eight hours of sick time every pay period. On July 1, Sue gets 80 hours of family sick time to use through June 30 of the next year. She has accumulated a sick time balance of 100 hours. Sue’s son, Sam, gets sick one day and she wants to take time off work to stay home and care for him. Sue will enter eight hours of time taken from her family sick time balance. Her updated balances will show 92 hours of sick time and 72 hours of family sick time remaining.

Still not clear?

If you’re still not sure how the family sick time quota balance works, or if you have questions for your specific situation, give us a call! You can reach a representative at the HR Solutions Center at 517-353-4434 or SolutionsCenter@hr.msu.edu.

Job of the week – Police Officer

Published on June 7, 2019June 7, 2019 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

This week’s job of the week is a Police Officer (#582769) for the Department of Police and Public Safety. This position is seeking an individual to serve as a full-time law enforcement agent by upholding the highest standards while protecting the MSU community.

The responsibilities for this role include patrolling land governed by the MSU Board of Trustees on foot, bicycle or patrol vehicle, performing investigations and participating in training sessions. Other responsibilities for this role include carrying out community team policing such as office hours, alcohol awareness programs and other community service programs.

The ideal candidate would possess knowledge by completing a four-year college degree program, or attainment of degree within six months of hire; six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

For more details on the responsibilities of this position, and to view all our current postings, visit careers.msu.edu. Internal applicants should access postings through the Careers @ MSU tile in the EBS Portal.

Job of the Week – Executive Staff Assistant to the President

Published on May 31, 2019June 3, 2019 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

This week’s job of the week is an Executive Staff Assistant to the President (#582200). This position is seeking a dynamic individual to provide support to MSU’s new President. The successful candidate will manage the President’s schedule, ensuring appointments, meetings, social engagements, and university and community functions are accurate and appropriate.

The responsibilities for this role include preparing meetings, organizing and drafting correspondence, and coordinating activities for the President’s office. Other responsibilities for this role include arranging the President’s travel arrangements and interpreting university policies and administrative procedures.

The ideal candidate would possess knowledge normally acquired through the completion of a four year degree program such as a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration; five to eight years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive university work experience in confidential office protocol, arranging domestic and international travel, composing correspondence, and operating computers; and knowledge of the university structure, policies, and procedures; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job of the week – International Student/Scholar Advisor I

Published on May 24, 2019 by MSU Human Resources1 Comment

This week’s job of the week is an International Student/Scholar Advisor I (#579814) for the College of International Studies and Programs. This position is seeking an individual to provide support to international students, assisting them in accomplishing their academic and personal goals.

The responsibilities for this role include serving as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Office (ARO) for the university F-1 student program and assisting in the development and coordinating of the Office for International Students and Scholars (OISS) programs. Other responsibilities for this role include assisting with special projects and student outreach and supporting student organizations’ needs.

The ideal candidate would possess knowledge by completing one or two years of post-bachelor degree work in international education, a foreign language, education or guidance counseling; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in academic counseling, a familiarity with immigration regulations, experience working with university-level students, international experience that may include studying, living or working abroad, or interacting with international students; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job of the week – Farm Manager II/S

Published on May 17, 2019 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

This week’s job of the week is a Farm Manager II/S (#575832) for the Department of Land Management in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. The responsibilities for this role include developing and overseeing the operational budget for Lake City Research Center, maintaining comprehensive records of land use, tiling, planting and harvesting data, and managing research projects. Other responsibilities include conducting farm tours and merchandising programs.

The ideal candidate would possess knowledge acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Agriculture and/or Crop and Soil Science; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in supervision, management, crop production and livestock management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nominations are now open for the Clerical-Technical Award!

Published on May 14, 2019June 6, 2019 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

The Clerical–Technical (CT) Award is now open for nominations! This award is given annually to a clerical-technical support staff member. The award is sponsored by the Thomas and Concettina Gliozzo Endowment Fund to recognize outstanding MSU clerical-technical employees.

Past award recipient — Director Emeritus of the MSU Study Abroad program Dr. Charles Gliozzo, MSU Human Resources Associate Vice President Sharon E. Butler, award recipient Michelle Stewart and Clerical-Technical Union President Deb Bittner.

Individuals may be nominated by any member of the MSU community. To nominate an individual, you will need to complete a nomination form and collect a minimum of two support letters (maximum of five) by MSU colleagues. You may include additional information if it supports the applicant’s nomination.

Selection criteria include respect and concern for all members of the campus community, diligence in daily work, significant contributions to the community or public service and innovative thinking. The recipient is selected from nominations received by the CT Recognition Award Selection Committee. The winner will receive the award at a special recognition reception and they will be awarded $1,000 in recognition of their outstanding service.

You have until Monday, June 17 to nominate your candidate. Nomination forms and more details are available on the HR website.

Job of the week – Secretary II

Published on May 10, 2019 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

This week’s job of the week is a Secretary II (#575432) for the Canadian Studies Center. This position is seeking an individual to provide support to the department for office administration and operations.

The responsibilities for this role include course scheduling, answering phones, responding to email inquiries and ordering supplies for the office. Other responsibilities for this role include acting as a primary point of contact for visitors, maintaining files and monitoring website updates.

The ideal candidate would possess knowledge acquired through a high school education with coursework in typing and shorthand; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing, calendaring and/or presentation software; typing and filing; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Gear up for Mother’s Day with these special deals and discounts!

Published on May 6, 2019 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Are you prepared for Mother’s Day this weekend? Are you in need of last-minute gift ideas or things to do with mom? All benefit-eligible MSU faculty and staff have access to a variety of discounts and savings through MSU Benefits Plus. And if you’re still looking for something to do with mom this weekend, check out these fun ideas and places to take mom around Lansing.

Events:

Capital Prime offers a Mother’s Day brunch buffet and dinner program. You can visit the brunch buffet from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The buffet offers a traditional breakfast, prime rib selections, omelet stations and more. Visit Capital Prime website for more information.

Looking for a family event? Mother’s Day at Potter Park Zoo will have free admission for all moms on Sunday, May 12. The zoo offers a variety of activities like Wings Down Under, Bungee Jump and pony rides. Find more information on the Potter Park Zoo website.

On Saturday, May 11, Michigan Distillery will offer a Mother’s Day Flower Exchange and Planting event. For this event, you should bring flat flowers and your own pot. You will be able to plant and exchange flowers with other moms in the room. Check out Michigan Distillery for more information.

Still searching for that perfect gift? MSU benefit-eligible employees can visit MSU Benefits Plus for a wide variety of savings and deals from jewelry, flowers, special treats and more! Just log into MSU Benefits Plus to access some of the deals and savings below:

Flowers:

Looking for a flower arraignment? Save 25% with Blooms Today.
Florists.com offers special Mother’s Day selections with gifts baskets, flowers and special treats. Save 25% off on your final purchase.
At FromYouFlowers.com you don’t have to wait for Mother’s Day. They offer 25% savings all year round and have special selections for mom.
1800flowers offers a wide selection of floral arrangements and sweet treats for mom. Find the perfect arraignment for mom with 20% off.
First in Flowers has multiple flower arraignments and treats for your mom’s special day. Save 15% off your order now.

Gifts:

Satisfy her sweet tooth with an order from David’s Cookies. Save 20% on all regular price orders.
Find the perfect fruit and cookie assortment with Harry & David. Harry & David offers a variety of treats like a tower of treats, cookie box, truffle sets and more! Get 20% your final purchase today.
Jewerly.com has the perfect gift for mom! Visit Jewerly.com to find the perfect pendant, charm, bracelet and more. Save 25% now for the perfect gift for mom!
If you’re looking to save on perfume, Perfume Emporium offers $10 off $40 or more. Perfume Emporium offers a wide variety of skin and beauty products.
Are you looking to spoil your mom with a spa day? Spa and Wellness offers $10 off a gift card of $50 or more. Find the right spa treatment for mom and a location close to you at MSU Benefits Plus.

Job of the week – Informational and Statistical Analyst

Published on May 3, 2019 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

This week’s job of the week is an Informational and Statistical Analyst II (#573959) for University Advancement in the Department of Advancement Information Systems Donor Strategy.

The responsibilities for this role include providing strategic and actionable insights in support of the Fundraising and Alumni Relations efforts at MSU, supporting the strategic objectives of University Advancement by analyzing and interpreting financial engagement statistics, and conducting robust campaign performance analytics, market and customer trend studies, web analytics, and behavior analysis.

The ideal candidate would possess knowledge acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Systems, Business or related information technology field with coursework in an information technology specialization related to the areas of employment; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in programming, statistical methods, database management or data collection; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.