This month’s PLN is packed with important and supportive information for leaders. We’re sharing compensation guidance to help you make critical decisions for yourself and your team members. We also have additional details about filling vacancies.  

In case you missed it, learn more about changes to OneUSG Connect’s employee self-service portal, voting policy, upcoming deadlines for benefits and education assistance, leadership development content, and ways to keep you healthy. Plus, your years of service to Tech are about to be recognized in a brand-new way. 

But first, here is a link to the Sept. 24 HR Topics for People Leaders presentation and meeting recording. We shared well-being announcements and details about the Gallup Q12 Engagement Survey, Flexible Work Arrangements, and our Employee Assistance Program. 

In this month’s newsletter: 

Talking Talent is an annual "open house" for Georgia Tech Human Resources. It’s an opportunity for Skye Duckett, vice president and chief human resource officer, to address the Georgia Tech community and share talent strategy updates, organizational changes, positive trends, and news pertaining to the people and culture of Tech.

After the 10:30 a.m. chat in the Student Center's Atlantic Theater, join HR teams who will be ready to share resources to support faculty and staff. 

The HR Topics for People Leaders meeting series gives people who lead people at Georgia Tech an opportunity to engage in discussions about leadership. This is a monthly meeting created to provide a space for leaders to learn, grow, share concerns, and feel supported.

Save the date for the upcoming HR Topics for People Leaders. In October, we’ll hear more about Open Enrollment. 

In November, we'll have details about the hiring process and a supportive tool to assist with interviews.

There’s one more chance to attend a virtual information session with Georgia Tech’s senior benefits administrator before open enrollment: 

It’s open enrollment season, but what if you need more information to make the best decision?

All employees must complete enrollment elections and certifications through OneUSG Connect no later than Nov. 8.

The annual Benefits and Wellness Fair can help. The fair hosts several vendors and benefits counselors, who can answer all your questions.  

Plus, the fair offers a variety of well-being workshops, as well as flu and COVID-19 vaccinations to keep you as healthy as possible. No appointment is necessary for the shots, but prices may vary by insurance provider.   

The Benefits and Wellness Fair will be held Tuesday, Oct. 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Exhibition Hall. 

A tuition-free advanced degree or certification is right at your fingertips as a University System of Georgia employee, and applications are now open! The Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) and Staff Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Program (STRAP) application period is open through Nov. 15.  

If you attended the last HR Topics for People Leaders, you know there are some exciting professional development opportunities coming with Leading @Tech.

If you want more information on the new course catalog, register for one of these upcoming info sessions: 

The service milestones gift program, recognizing Georgia Tech employees’ years of service, has undergone plenty of changes over the years. Now, with a newly revamped program, every full-time, benefits eligible staff, faculty, or post-doctoral employee is eligible to receive gifts at qualifying anniversaries.

Click the button below to learn more about the changes, read about a few long-serving colleagues, and prepare for your next work anniversary. 

The Compensation team has created new resources to support compensation decision making. The resources include guidance on counteroffers, equity adjustments, market adjustments, supplemental pay, and filling vacancies. Click the button below to read up on the best practices at the bottom of the webpage. 

Nominations for the 2025 Inclusive Leaders Academy (ILA) are open. Now seeking members for its ninth cohort, ILA cultivates professional leadership and legacy development for people leaders.  

Since the program’s 2017 launch, ILA has become a top leadership development program for staff and faculty. The 2025 program schedule will run from February to May.  

Click the button below to nominate yourself or a colleague through Oct. 31. Selected nominees will receive an email notification in mid-November to confirm their acceptance. 

A key component of the interview process is documenting these searches in accordance with federal laws and the USG Records Retention Schedule. Click here for helpful guidance about documentation.  

The Administrative Services Center (ASC) Talent Acquisition team is working with hiring managers to obtain interview and evaluation documents for job postings filled and closed between July 1 and August 31. 

In response to an increase in cyber-fraud attempts targeting sensitive employee data and paychecks, the University System of Georgia (USG) is strengthening security measures within OneUSG Connect to better protect your personal information. 

Effective Saturday, Oct. 12, the OneUSG Connect system implemented new restrictions on how you update personal information, such as Direct Deposit, Personal Details, and W-2 Tax information. While you will still be able to view your information through the OneUSG Connect Employee Self Service portal, updates to your information will only be possible when you are physically present on campus and connected to Georgia Tech’s network (this includes official GT locations outside of Atlanta).  

If you are unable to be physically present on campus and need to make a change, please contact the Administrative Services Center (ASC) by calling 404.385.1111, emailing support@asc.gatech.edu, or submitting a General HR Request through the Administrative Services portal.  

Additional resources will be available soon for employees to navigate these changes.  

We want to make this year’s Ethics Week the most engaging yet! There is something for everyone with both in-person, and virtual activities. Visit the Ethics Week website for a full schedule and registration information.  

 If you have any questions, please reach out to Kelly Cross at kelly.cross@gatech.edu. 

People Leaders may find specific benefits from attending the following sessions:  

Learn the how USG and Georgia Tech’s leave policies support your right to vote. Read the full article here with key points to know.  

Political Activity in the Workplace.

Voting is an important part of civic engagement. The Office of Ethics and Compliance created an infographic to address the most frequent questions we receive from employees and people leaders. If you have other questions, reach out to ethicsfirst@gatech.edu. 

Celebrate small wins as they happen. A quick ‘thank you’ or a shout-out in a meeting can boost morale and show your team that their efforts are valued and noticed. Plus, this month, we have updates on a new way Georgia Tech HR is recognizing employee service.

Emotional wellness is crucial for balance in life. Build resilience, reduce stress, sleep well, connect socially, cope with loss, and practice mindfulness. Use support services like Kaiser, Anthem, Acentra Health EAP, and LinkedIn Learning to enhance your emotional well-being.

We’re using our social media channels to help you promote job vacancies, too!  

If you have a job post you’d like us to share, or a great story to highlight our culture use the button below to share it with us.

We’ll see you online!