Job of the Week – Communications Coordinator

This week’s Job of the Week is a Communications Coordinator (#536816) for the College of Education. This position is seeking an individual to assist with multiple functions of communications and marketing within the College of Education such as editing, designing, updating and composing materials for college publications and other forms of communications.

The responsibilities for this role include creating content for various websites, marketing campaigns and social media accounts. Other responsibilities include responding to requests for communication and marketing services within and outside of the college.

The ideal candidate would possess knowledge acquired a four-year college degree program in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Journalism or a related field; up to six months of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in marketing, advertising and creative services, web content and design; or 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 – Parking Coordinator

This week’s job of the week is a Parking Coordinator (#533043) for the Department of Police and Public Safety. This position is seeking an individual to review written and verbal appeals for parking violations. The responsibilities for this role include managing leased parking space inventory, applications and billing accounts. Other responsibilities include interpreting and providing information on university ordinances, maintaining records related to all activities, and rendering final decisions on judgement through the appropriate channels.

The ideal candidate would possess knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired in the first two or three years of college, technical, vocational or business school; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in performing task related to the area of customer service; experience maintain composure in escalated situations and providing a high level of customer service.

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.

Source Newsletter – September 2018

In case you missed it, here are the September 2018 HR Source newsletters:  Source Newsletter for Support Staff and  

Source Newsletter for Faculty, Academic Staff and Executive Management.

You can find older editions of the newsletter on the HR website.

Here are the headlines at a glance for this month’s Source:

Support Staff:


  • Benefits Open Enrollment + FREE Flu Shots at the Benefits Fair!
  • Introducing Teladoc for Online Medical Care
  • New Support Options with Best Doctors
  • New Professional Development Courses
  • Upcoming WorkLife Office Opportunities
  • Faces of Fatherhood Forum
  • 2018 Veterans Welcome Picnic
  • Raising Awareness with the Know More Campaign
  • Jack Breslin Distinguished Staff Award Nominations
  • Ruth Jameyson Above and Beyond Award Nominations

Faculty/Academic Staff:

  • Benefits Open Enrollment + FREE Flu Shots at the Benefits Fair!

  • Introducing Teladoc for Online Medical Care
  • New Support Options with Best Doctors
  • New Professional Development Courses
  • Upcoming WorkLife Office Opportunities
  • Faces of Fatherhood Forum
  • 2018 Veterans Welcome Picnic
  • Raising Awareness with the Know More Campaign
  • Jack Breslin Distinguished Staff Award Nominations
  • Ruth Jameyson Above and Beyond Award Nominations

Get a second opinion and more with Best Doctors!

Did you know you can get a second opinion for your medical diagnosis through MSU’s Best Doctors benefit? Feeling educated and empowered about your health can be a challenge sometimes, but Best Doctors just released two new support tools to help you make more educated, confident decisions about your health. These services are Treatment Decision Support and the Medical Records eSummary. Both are available to MSU employees and retirees.

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How Can We Help

Treatment Decision Support
Utilizing the Best Doctors Treat Decision support service, you have complete access to coaching and interactive online educational tools. The online educational tools offer you in-depth and easy to follow information about your specific health condition.

Medical Records eSummary
With your permission, Best Doctors will collect and organize your medical records and provide them to you on a USB drive. Using the Medical Records eSummary, you will get access to a personal health alert summary, that gives you a total snapshot of your medical wellness.

You can find more information on these two services on the MSU HR website. Best Doctors can be invaluable in clarifying or expanding your knowledge on health, with straightforward, comprehensive information on your diagnosis. For more information, call 866-904-0910 or visit bestdoctors.com.

Job of the week-Information Technology Professional

This week’s job of the week is an Information Technology Professional (#531791) for the College of Natural Science. The college is seeking an individual to maintain and update operating systems and standard software, analyze, troubleshoot and resolve end user requests in a timely and accurate manner for the Dean’s Office.

Responsibilities for this role include standard network communication, routing, switching and networking principles. Experience with computer security and virus and malware removal is preferred, as well as strong interpersonal and customer service skills and hands-on troubleshooting experience. The IT Professional should have the ability to work independently and conduct the necessary research to solve system hardware and software problems.

The ideal candidate would possess knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired in the first two or three years of college, technical, vocational or business school such as an Associate’s degree in computer technology or information systems; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in information technology related to the duties to be performed; 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.

NEW Professional Development Courses

Do you want to learn strategies for processing change or improve your communication skills? Organization and Professional Development (OPD) offers a variety of courses to help you reach your personal and professional development goals and is excited to offer four new courses to MSU staff and faculty.

ESL Advanced Communication Skills – September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18 AND 25, 2018
This course is targeted towards MSU professionals who are advanced speakers of English as a second language. Speaking more than one language is an amazing asset, yet sometimes it can be difficult to find the words or expressions to say exactly what we mean. In this course of six workshops, you will learn oral and written communication strategies, grammar, and guidance for effective personal interaction.

Grammar Essentials – October 18, 2018
Do you struggle with punctuation or choosing the correct words? Do you need help constructing sentences that make sense? This course will help you strengthen your grammar and usage skills and present a more polished, professional image.

Thriving Through Change – October 25, 2018
Change is inevitable. How would you like to thrive through the change and transitions in your life? This course will define what change is and help you understand the stages and reactions to change. Learn techniques and strategies to help you cope with stress and manage the process successfully.

Effective Communication Using Data Visualization – November 14, 2018
Have you ever collected some great data, but weren’t sure how to best convey that information? Quite often, data is presented in simple tables, but not all audiences absorb information in the same way and increasingly bite-sized data points are preferred. That’s where various forms of data visualization come in as a tool to visually communicate complex data that can tell a meaningful story in a small amount of time. Join this interactive introductory course to discuss why visualizing data may be the right tool to use depending on the audience and content. There will be an opportunity to create data visuals using readily available tools, such as Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Ready to Register?
To register, login to the EBS Portal and click on the My Career and Training tab, then the Courses for Employees at MSU tile. Find a complete list of available OPD courses on the HR website.

The MSU WorkLife Office is Here to Support You!

Sometimes we all need a little support, especially at the start of a new academic year, when new tasks and projects are put on our plates. Sometimes we get into habits that don’t actually help us in our work or in our lives. So now that we are in the flow of a new semester, how do we continue to find the activities and connection points that nourish us? How do we find the moments in our day that revive us rather than drain us? Many of us tend to believe that we “just don’t have time” to take breaks throughout the day, or that we will be more stressed if we don’t go-go-go all day long. The WorkLife Office is here to tell you that moments to recharge are exactly what will help keep your stress and overwhelm at bay. If you want some tips and tricks for better work-life fit, schedule a consultation with our office. Call (517) 353-1635 or email worklife@msu.edu.

The WorkLife Office also has several upcoming opportunities for learning strategies and skills for managing your work-life fit. For instance, at the upcoming Fatherhood Forum on September 28, 2018, you can learn new perspectives and practices for parenting. Then at the WorkLife Office Conference “Building Community in a Culture of Change” on October 16, 2018 you can gain new tools for building relationships and strengthening your foundation in a tumultuous climate of change.

As always, we offer Lunch ‘n Learn programs that cover a wide range of topics, from childcare options to exploring fun things to do at MSU, which can help you to feel steady in life and at work. We also provide professional development and networking opportunities through the Women’s Networking Association and the Academic Women’s Forum. There are many educational opportunities to help you navigate your personal life and career at Michigan State University.

And if you are new to the area, welcome! The WorkLife Office is running an experimental program called the International Newcomer Pilot Program which is designed to help with the transition of MSU faculty and academic specialists when moving to the community from a different country. Volunteers from the Alumni Association and the Retiree Association will be matched to a newcomer faculty or academic specialists to help the new family ease into their new life within the surrounding community. For more information, contact Hutchj@msu.edu.

Job of the Week: Admissions Counselor

Do you have a passion for helping prospective students envision a future at MSU? Then this week’s job of the week is for you! The Office of Admissions is currently seeking an Admissions Counselor (posting #530289) to serve the Greater Detroit (Wayne and Oakland counties).

The Admissions Counselor will be responsible for representing the university to high school students in the Greater Detroit area, attending college fairs to speak with prospective students, arranging individual interviews and informational sessions for students, parents, and counselors, as well as developing strategic recruitment plans.

The ideal candidate would have a Bachelor’s Degree in admissions, counseling, public relations, student services or a related area, with three years of experience in college admissions, higher education, corporate sales, financial aid, high school counseling, or teaching. Being an MSU alumnus living near Detroit is also a plus!

If you’re interested in learning more about this or other career opportunities at MSU, visit the Careers @ MSU website for more information. Note: internal applicants should access postings via the Careers @ MSU tile in the EBS Portal.

Prescriptions on the go: Get the CVS Caremark mobile app

Have you ever forgot to call and refill a prescription? As fast as life moves, it can happen to any of us – but it doesn’t have to! You need an easy and convenient way to keep track of your prescription benefits on the go. If you’re an MSU benefit-eligible employee or retiree enrolled in one of MSU’s health plans, you can download the CVS Caremark mobile app to help you manage your prescriptions.


Some of the benefits of the CVS Caremark app include:

  • Check drug cost and coverage – You can find out how much your medication will cost under your health plan and if there are opportunities to save money.
  • Get started with delivery by mail – Using the app, you can request a new prescription by entering the name, the strength of the medication and your physician. CVS Caremark will take care of the rest!
  • Easy refills – Let us count the ways to easily refill your prescription! 1) Scan the barcode on your prescription label. 2) Enter the prescription number from your medication bottle and your date of birth. 3) Set-up to receive a text alert when it’s time to refill or renew a medication and reply “yes” to submit your order.
  • View ID card – You can access your member ID card from the mobile app to always have it available.
  • Pharmacy locator – Find the nearest pharmacy by entering the zip code or using your current location.
  • Prescription history – access your prescription history to track how much you’ve spent on medications or bring a list to your next doctor’s appointment.

Not the one in your home who handles the prescriptions and refills? No problem. You can set-up access on your account to allow adult family members covered under your pharmacy benefit plan access to your account to reorder and check order statuses. You can find more information about CVS Caremark by visiting their website or on the HR website.

You can download the CVS Caremark mobile app through Google Play or the App Store today!

Events Round-Up: September

Community Festivals 

Prime Festival

Michigan Blues Fest

Community Events

Lansing Harmony Celebration

Blue and Grey Event

Arts

Friday, September 7

Outside the Lines: Michel Parmentier’s Early Experiments 

Friday, September 7

Arts Night Out

Saturday, September 8

Capital City Comic Con

Friday, September 14

Alien Wonders: Broad Underground Film Series

Tuesday, September 18

In the Field with Scott Hocking

Saturday, September 22

Pirate Printmaking

Food

Saturday, September 8

Beers, Bar Food and Bands

Friday, September 14

Octoberfest Dinner & Brew Cruise on the Michigan Princess

Saturday, September 15

Taste of Downtown

Music

Thursday, September 6

Grand Concert Series: MSU Professors of Jazz

Thursday, September 6

Concerts in the Courtyard: Summer 2018

Friday, September 7

Chen-Yu Huang, harp, Fangye Sun, violin, and Daniel Tressel, cello

Tuesday, September 18

School of Rock: Wharton Center

Thursday, September 20

Dark Horse Consort

Tuesday, September 25

Symphony Band

Family/Kid Friendly

Wednesday, September 5

Bookworms at The Broad

Thursday, September 13

TNT Thursdays Sparetime            

Saturday, September 15

Teddy Bear Picnic

Sunday, September 16

World Rhino Day

Friday, September 21

Change: Young Artist Perspective

Sports/Fitness

Wednesday, September 5

Lansing Brew Run

Friday, September 7

Lansing Bike Party

Saturday, September 8

Kickin’ Kawasaki 5k

Sunday, September 16

Broad Wellness: Yoga

Friday, September 21

Howl at the Moon

Sunday, September 23

2018 Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Sunday, September 23

Grand Adventure Race 2018  

Saturday, September 29

Cider Rush 5k & Donut Dash 1 Miler

Sunday, September 30

Out of the Darkness Lansing/ Capital Area Walk

Professional Development Opportunities

Thursday, September 20

Communicating and Influencing up

Thursday, September 20

Fundamentals of Supervision

Tuesday, September 25

Leading Change

Thursday, September 27

Travel Policies and Reimbursement Processing