General Policy Overview, presenter: Kayla Hynes

This session will be helpful for administrators and employees in navigating human resource policy. Learn why human resource policies are important, the policy framework process for developing human resource policies, and where to locate relevant human resource policies, procedures and guidelines.

To register, email mjkielly@mun.ca

Respectful Workplace Policy, presenters: Michael Kielly and Roxanne Jackson

This session is for any employee looking to gain a deeper understanding of the Respectful Workplace Policy. This session includes an overview of guiding principles, latest legislation, definition of harassment and the process for bringing forward concerns.

To register, email mjkielly@mun.ca

Compensation Policy and Grant Funded Guidelines, presenters: Emily Wooley and Kim Blanchard

This session focuses on the university’s compensation policy for non-bargaining, management and professional, and leadership groups and discuss the Guidelines for Employment of Grant Employees. Targeted towards administrators.         

To register, email ktblanchard@mun.ca                                                                                 

Successful Transition to Retirement, provided by: Lifeworks     

This session will help participants plan early to set retirement goals in all areas, explore available resources and identify ways to overcome any possible obstacles in reaching their goals.   

To register, email mjkielly@mun.ca

Ergonomics, presenter: Erin Bradbury

Ergonomics for the office environment, how to set up your workstation to fit you and tips on adding movement to your workday.

To register, email ebradbury@mun.ca

Introduction to the Mental Health Toolkit, presenter: Michael Kielly   

Introduction to the Mental Health Toolkit microsite. This site provides links to resources and information (including emergency contact information) available through Memorial, the government and in the community. Resources can be searched based on the mental health continuum (heathy, reacting, injured and ill).

To register, email mjkielly@mun.ca                                                                                                             

Selection Process, presenters: Kim Blanchard and Roxanne Jackson

This session will guide administrators through the selection process in recruitment.

To register, email ktblanchard@mun.ca

Assessment of Status (Independent Contractor vs. Employment), presenters: Kelly Martin and Kayla Hynes

Ths session will provide guidance on determining the status of an individual who provides services to Memorial University or a business entity which provides services to Memorial University and ensure compliance with statutory regulations.

To register, email mjkielly@mun.ca

Job Evaluation and Position Maintenance, presenter: Jennine Loder

A general overview of job evaluation and how administrators can navigate changes to positions and related processes.

To register, email jennine.loder@mun.ca

Employee Recognition, presenters: Emily Wooley and Michael Kielly         

Incorporating employee recognition into our everyday. This session discusses targets of Transforming Our Horizons, formal recognition awards at Memorial, and tips for supervisors and employees to recognize one another.                                             

To register, email mjkielly@mun.ca          

Packaging our Benefits, presenter: MyHR                                                                                                   

This is a session on Memorial’s employee value proposition. Focusing on what we have to offer as an organization as well as how and when we can appropriately communicate these benefits to attract and retain candidates. 

To register, email jennine.loder@mun.ca

New Employee Orientation, presenters: Shauna Quinlan and Michael Kielly    

Welcoming new employees to Memorial University and assisting them in becoming familiar with the organization’s culture as well as policies and procedures and other onboarding tips.

To register, email shauna.quinlan@mun.ca