This month, we’re reminding you of ways to care for your health, career growth, and teams. 

Our annual opportunity to update health benefits is fast approaching, and we have health plan changes to share before open enrollment. The application period for tuition assistance also opens soon, and we encourage eligible faculty and staff to take advantage of the financial assistance offered to further their education.

Speaking of career development, if you have questions about what Job Families will look like at Georgia Tech, or you want to find out more about leadership courses that will be offered through Leading @Tech, we’ve got some details for you below.

But first, in case you missed it, here are links to the Aug. 27 HR Topics for People Leaders recording and presentation. We shared well-being announcements, the Leading @Tech Program for people leaders, and Gallup Q12 Engagement Survey updates.

In this month’s newsletter: 

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.

Enjoy food, fun, and fall activity with your colleagues, with the USG Kaiser Permanente Run, Walk, Roll 5K on Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. Run, walk, or roll in and around Piedmont Park, practice healthy habits, and enjoy the festivities at the finish line. 

Click the button below to register for the event and join the USG team, start a team, or sign up as an individual.

Attend a virtual information session with Georgia Tech’s senior benefits administrator. 

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. 

It’s open enrollment season, and there are important plan and premium changes coming. Read about the USG-wide health plan updates, and remind employees of the upcoming 2025 Open Enrollment period: Oct. 28 through Nov. 8.

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

Whether you’re new to the Job Families conversation or looking for a way to explain it to direct reports, we have a couple new channels to answer your questions.

We've published a new set of FAQs at the bottom of the Job Families website. The FAQs are based on employee feedback from summer info sessions. If you still have questions, we’ve created a form where you can ask anything Job Families-related. 

A tuition-free advanced degree or certification is right at your fingertips as a University System of Georgia employee. The upcoming application period for the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) and Staff Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Program (STRAP) is Oct. 15 through Nov. 15, and employees are encouraged to participate. If you need more information, don’t miss the upcoming info sessions.  

Click here for more details on the TAP and STRAP programs, or register for an upcoming info session below:  

Education Assistance Info Session: Applying for TAP and STRAP 

Education Assistance: Approving TAP and STRAP (managers and supervisors) 

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

Take the survey and tell us what you thought of the overview of new courses aimed at enhancing capacity, knowledge, and skills for people leaders. 

If you're new to Leading @Tech and want more information on the course catalog, register for one of three upcoming info sessions on Teams: 

On Sept. 24, Georgia Tech will open the Gallup Q12 Employee Engagement Survey to identify the Institute’s strengths and pinpoint areas for improvement. The survey is confidential, will directly impact change on campus, and takes less than 10 minutes to complete. Please participate and encourage your teams to take the survey as well. This is your chance to let us know what you're happy with, and where we can improve!

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. 

Enhancing well-being through diverse self-care practices is essential for addressing various needs and moods. By staying active, nurturing relationships, saying positive affirmations, and fostering a healthier outlook, you can significantly improve your overall quality of life. Embrace a holistic self-care routine to achieve a well-rounded and fulfilling life. 

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!