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Don't Forget!HRascals is meeting on Wednesday, October 18 from 10:00 to 11:30 am in Smith 327/328. We hope to see you there!
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| Notes from the HR Summit in Las Vegas
from Isaac DixonI had the honor of being a part of the HR Summit that took place in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event was attended by over 150 people. While many were from private industry, there were also HR professionals from colleges and universities. The discussion focused on the need for HR people to be seen as real strategic partners in our organizations. My presentation was on the need for HR organizations to be able to quantify more of the work that we do. I also discussed how that data could help our organizations in making decisions that impact people. A panel discussion tied directly to HR strategy. It was led by three CEOs who had all been HR leaders. They talked about the perception in most organizations that all HR cares about is compliance-related activities. They discussed ways in which HR can change this perception. One of the key pieces of advice was understanding the work that our stakeholders do, and the world that they live in. By understanding their priorities, as well as their pain points, we can design better solutions to help them solve their problems. HR gains value and credibility with them when we can work in this space alongside our clients. One key takeaway: No matter what size or sector of the economy the organizations were from, the HR-related challenges and opportunities looked very similar.
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| Using Supplemental Questions to Screen Applicants in PeopleAdmin Did you know that you can review and download the responses to Supplemental Questions (also known as screening questions) in order to screen candidates? Note that graphic and downloadable screen question reports will only display responses for active applicants. To review Screening Questions, navigate to the Applicants Tab in the posting and select Actions > Review Screening Question Answers.
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PeopleAdmin will display the responses and percentages for each screening question with pre-defined answers.
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To view the applicants that gave a particular answer, click the link contained in the response.
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On the Actions dropdown, you can bulk-move selected applications in the workflow, or send an e-mail from the Application template library.
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Job Classification MatrixWe have created a Job Classification Matrix to assist with costing out different position types across campus. Remember that OPE rates are approximates. This document can also be found on the Policies, Contracts, and Forms section of the HR website.
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| New Employee Briefing Changes New Employee Briefings have been split into two sessions. New employees are encouraged to attend the half-day New Employee Briefing to learn about PSU resources, policies, and systems, AND attend a 90-minute Benefits Detail session to learn specific information about health insurance and other benefits. Benefits Detail sessions will be held on September 22, September 28, and September 29 from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm.
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| Benefits Fair
The 2017 Benefits Fair is taking place on Friday, October 20! Stop by the SMSU ballroom between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm to meet representatives from TIAA, Fidelity, Oregon Savings Growth, 529 College Savings Plan, Providence/PEBB Statewide, Kaiser, Moda, The Standard, VSP Vision, ASI Flexible Spending, Campus Recreation, Healthy Campus Initiative, Safety Committee, Healthy Team Healthy You, SAIF, Cascade Center, and many more.
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Benefits Open EnrollmentThe benefits open enrollment period is October 1 through October 31, 2017. As always, open enrollment is mandatory; everyone must sign into the PEBB system and select benefits for 2018 even if you are not making any changes for the coming year. More information will be coming from PEBB and HR regarding any changes to the 2018 benefits.
During the months of September and October, you can complete your Health Assessment (HEM).
- Providence and PEBB Statewide members HEM: Providence website
- Kaiser members HEM: Kaiser website
- Moda Synergy members HEM: Moda website
Don't delay! Log in to the HEM and complete it today. If your department is interested in a benefits open enrollment presentation, please call the HR front desk at ext. 5-4926. There are not many changes planned for 2018, but learn what is changing to make an informed choice.
Watch your mail at home for updates from PEBB and your PSU email for updates from HR.
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Flu Clinics PEBB is offering worksite flu shot clinics free of charge to PSU PEBB-covered faculty and staff, as well as their PEBB-covered dependents (age 9 and up). Any PSU employee or their dependents not covered by PEBB insurance plan can pay $25 (cash or check only) at the clinic to receive a flu shot. The following clinics will be available: Monday, October 9, 8:30am to 3:00 pm, Smith Union Room 338 Friday, October 20, 8:30am to 3:00 pm, Smith Union Room 338 Thursday, November 2, 8:30am to 3:00pm, Smith Union Room 327 Watch your e-mail inbox for the opportunity to make an appointment soon!
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Contact Us: Portland State University Office of Human Resources 1600 SW 4th Avenue, Suite 518 Portland, OR 97201 503-725-4926 askhrc@pdx.edu Office hours: M-F 8:00am - 5:00pm
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