Faculty and Staff Members, We are pleased to announce the Governor and state legislators have approved a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for full-time, benefit-eligible state employees to be effective July 1, 2023. Our goal is to share important information about eligibility and how the COLA increases will be implemented. The COLA will be administered in compliance with guidance from the Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget (OPB) and the University System of Georgia Board of...
The University System of Georgia (USG) has established an educational assistance program, the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP). The purpose for the TAP Program is to foster the professional growth and development of its eligible employees. The Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) application deadline for Fall 2023 is July 15, 2023. TAP Program will waive up to (9) nine credit hours for Fall Semester. Please visit the USG's Tuition Assistance Program webpage to locate the TAP Application,...
The Office of Human Resources is excited to announce a new virtual training opportunity for all employees on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. See the link below to register and a description of the training. We hope you will be able to join us! Training Topic: Discover the World of Emotional Intelligence When: Tuesday, June 6, 2023, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Registration Link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2577841724249737823 Training Description: Being able...
The Office of Human Resources is excited to announce a new virtual training opportunity for all employees on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. See the link below to register and a description of the training. We hope you will be able to join us! Training Topic: Discover the World of Emotional Intelligence When: Tuesday, June 6, 2023, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Registration Link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2577841724249737823 Training Description: Being able...
The Office of Human Resources is excited to announce a new virtual training opportunity for all employees on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. See the link below to register and a description of the training. Being grateful is a habit that allows us to change our emotional state and to feel more positive in our day-to-day lives. Being grateful makes us happier because we are able to say thanks despite the fact that nothing extraordinary has happened. How can we develop...
The Office of Human Resources is excited to announce a new virtual training opportunity for all employees on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. See the link below to register and a description of the training. Being grateful is a habit that allows us to change our emotional state and to feel more positive in our day-to-day lives. Being grateful makes us happier because we are able to say thanks despite the fact that nothing extraordinary has happened. How can we develop...
May is Mental Health Awareness month! Use Accolade to find the resources you need today (see attached infographic). Employees who work 19 hours or more have access to KEPRO 24/7 for help finding the right resources. Get connected to a physician or counselor-- find the right fit for you and your needs. See the attached flyer for more information on available options.
Beginning Monday, May 8, 2023, managers are no longer required to follow the Decision Path for reporting COVID-19 to the Office of Human Resources following a significant decrease in cases across the campus and surrounding community. Employees should notify their supervisor of any illness as they did pre-pandemic, and practice discretion for coming to work or utilizing accrued leave given symptoms and their severity. The campus community is encouraged to continue reviewing and follow...
In preparation for the start of the summer schedule, which is Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., beginning on May 8 and continuing through August 4, 2023, the Office of Human Resources and Payroll Services has outlined important information for guidance and procedural awareness: 30-Minute Lunches Supervisors have the flexibility to work with their staff to modify lunch breaks up to 1 hour, as needed. If an additional 30 minutes are approved for lunch:...
Live well-being events, hosted by our trusted partners, are held nearly every day. These educational webinars and events are open to all employees, retirees and family members; you do not need to be a "member" of the partner program to participate: Monday April 24: 11:30am- All Levels Yoga by Kennesaw State 12:00pm- MONEY MONDAY--Learn the Basics of When and How to Claim Social Security by Fidelity (earn well-being points for attending Money Monday sessions!) Tuesday April 25: 1:oopm-...