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March-April 2012
In this issue
Social Media
Welcome New Employees
Promotions/Transfers
Empl of the Month Winners
Service Milestones
Express Scripts
Pre-Retirement Seminars
Climate Survey
Wellness Incentive
Pedometer Program
On-line Perf Eval
UMSL PerkSpot
Gold’s Gym Discount
EV Recognition & Opportunities
UMSL SOCIAL MEDIA
The University of Missouri-St. Louis Human Resources department started using social media this past fall to advertise job opportunities, and to better engage potential employees. Our social media sites, includ-ing: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn provide updates on vacancies, benefits of working for the University and a whole lot more. If you or someone you know is thinking about taking the next step in their career or just looking to learn more about employment with the University, encourage them to “like” us on Facebook and “follow” us on Twitter and LinkedIn. Visit us today at: Facebook: www.facebook.com/umsldotjobs Twitter: www.twitter.com/umsldotjobs LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/umsl-dotjobs/3b/746/235
Daniel Hendrix, Accountant, Research Administration
Jessica Luther, OSSIV, KWMU Radio
Roger Johnson, Optometric Technician, Coll of Optometry
Vivian Simpson, Administrative Assistant, Psychology
WELCOME NEW EMPLOYEES
Jermine Alberty, Project Development Specialist, MIMH
Justin Burton, Custodian, Custodial Services
James Dunbar, Custodian, Custodial Services
Mary Gough, OSSIII, Continuing Education
Scot Haywood, Police Officer, UMSL Police
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Janice Drewel, Temp to Academic Advisor, College of Education Debra Graslaub, Programmer/Analyst Expert to Database Programmer/Analyst Principal, Development Felicita Myers, Grad Research Assistant to Academic Advisor, Dean Education Thomas O’Connell, Coordinator Continuing Education to Sr. Continuing Education Coordinator, Continuing Education Raina Traore-Gress, OSSIII, Continuing Education to Administrative Associate, Math & Computer Science
PROMOTIONS/TRANSFERS
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH WINNERS
The UMSL Riverstars Employee of the Month winner for February was Donna Procter.
Donna is a Senior Academic Advisor in the College of Business Administration. Donna
was chosen for the “Performance Versatility” award. Comments made about Donna in-
cluded, “Donna always thinks in terms of how the student experience can be improved.”
“She enthusiastically welcomes chances to learn and improve the quality of advising ser-
vices” “Donna indeed multi-tasks very effectively”
The UMSL Riverstars Employee of the Month winner for March was Sandra Crawshaw.
Sandra is a Coordinator in the Center for International Studies. Sandra was chosen for
the “Good Work Ethic” award. Comments made about Sandra included, “Sandra makes
appointments that fit the preferences of her clients even if they are not the best fit with
her schedule.” “She always listens carefully to her clients and shows great patience when
explaining regulations and answering questions.” “She has the same calm demeanor
whether she is working alone or has 10 appointments on the same day which can happen
especially toward the tax deadlines.”
SIGNIFICANT SERVICE MILESTONES FOR
FEBRUARY & MARCH, 2012
Name/Department Years
Tracy Tinnon Ball, Registration & Degree Audit 5
Brad Bilyeu, User Services 5
Geoffrey Burton, KWMU Radio 5
Mark Fetters, Public Policy Research Center 5
Warren Gibson, College of Nursing 5
Kimberly Happe, Cashier’s Office 5
Peggy Jones, College of Optometry 5
Latishua Lewis, Center for Student Success 5
Evon Luckey, Educational Leadership & Policy 5
Nancy Ann Levy Percy, Student Life 5
Mark Sevem, Development/Alumni Records 5
Joumana Sholy, Custodial Services 5
Cynthia Bertram, Graphic Services 10
Michael Conley, Office of Research Administration 10
Jeanette Gazda, Continuing Education & Outreach 10
Sheryl Gerrein, Dean Honors College 10
Stephen Potter, KWMU Radio 10
Tempeste Reese, ITS Operations 10
Ellen Younger, College of Optometry 10
Ernestine Randle, Custodial Services 15
Bonnie Unal, Continuing Education & Outreach 15
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PRE-RETIREMENT SEMINARS
It’s your future. Join a representative from the UM System Pension & Deferred Compensation Office
and Human Resources to understand how retirement benefits are calculated, what to consider when
deciding the best date to retire, available benefit options, and more. These seminars are for retirement
eligible employees age 55 with 10 years of service, age 60 with 5 years of service or for employees
within at least 10 years of retirement. Attendees should prepare a Retirement Estimate and bring it to
the session. This estimate can be prepared online through the myHR Self-Service website.
Space is limited to 18 attendees for each session, therefore registration is required. Enroll in a session
at myHR-->Personal Information-->HR Training-myLearn. Select “Pre-Retirement Planning” and
click the launch icon. Select your session and click the “Enroll Me” button.
Dates for these sessions are April 27, July 18, October 16, 2012 and January 24, 2013 from 3:00 –
5:00 p.m. in the TelePresence Suite, University Center, Room 61. For more information, please con-
tact LaQuita Jackson at ext. 6466.
CLIMATE SURVEY REMINDER
During April, all employees and students should have received several e-mails from campus administra-
tion inviting them to participate in a campus-wide Climate Study Survey designed to increase understand-
ing of the learning and working environment at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. The survey data
will be used to ensure that UMSL provides a diverse community that is inclusive and welcoming for all.
We encourage all employees to take advantage of this opportunity to offer their opinions and observations
about the campus environment. The survey is available until Friday, April 20th at http://www.umsl.edu/
survey. If you prefer to take the survey on paper, please contact Eileen Holmes in HR or Kathleen Falcon
in the office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Paper copies are also available at the Reference Desk in
the Thomas Jefferson Library.
Anyone who participates in the survey will be automatically entered into a drawing for prizes such as an
iPod Shuffle, iTunes gift cards, and UMSL gear.
EXPRESS SCRIPTS PRESCRIPTION DRUG PROGRAM
Express Scripts has established a new process for obtaining their maintenance medication as a 30-day supply at the
retail pharmacies versus a 90-day supply through mail order home delivery.
If you are using a retail pharmacy to pick up your 30 day supply of medication and want to continue, you will have
to notify Express Scripts to continue. When utilizing the mail order home delivery for a 90-day supply of medicine,
you could save money over the cost that you incur when obtaining three 30-day fills through a retail pharmacy.
For more information, please contact Joann Westbrook at x5639.
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HEALTHY FOR LIFE
Due to popular demand, we have extended the Wellness Incentive deadline until May 25th for in person screenings and May 31st for individual screening submissions (you can use our online Doctor Screening Form). Thousands of employees have completed the program and time is running out, don't miss out on your $100. Faculty & Staff—the clock is ticking to earn your Wellness Incentive and Healthy for Life doesn’t want anyone eligible to miss out! More than 3,000 of your peers have completed the program. Simply complete a personal health assessment (15 minutes) and a FREE health screening, which you can get at our largest screening event this semester. Primary subscribers to the UM Medical plans will receive $100 in a tax-favored account to use for medical expenses in 2012 Benefit Plan year. Upcoming Screenings Upcoming Screenings Upcoming Screenings
Get started now:
Create your Cerner Health account by visiting www.healthyforlife.umsystem.edu.
Enter your email address and join the program.
Complete your personal health assessment - an online questionnaire that helps you understand your
health risks and provides you with resources to improve your well-being.
Schedule your FREE health screening at a convenient time and location on campus. Your health screen-
ing provide you a look at your cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure, height and weight. If your
screening is before noon, fasting for 9 hours is recommended, but not required (6 hours if pregnant)
and drinking 64 ounces of water the day before is suggested.
Up-
coming Screenings Upcoming Screenings Upcoming Screenings
*SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT AT www.healthyforlife.umsystem.edu Questions? Email Ryan Claus at [email protected]
HEALTHY FOR LIFE
PEDOMETER PROGRAM
This is a non-stop program to address physical activity. Sign up any time and receive a pedometer and log
book for $15. Walk 1 million steps and receive your money back, certificate and T-shirt. Prizes are given for every million steps. To enroll, e-mail Rebecca Pell at [email protected].
Upcoming Screenings
Date Time Location
April 19 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Seton Hall, Lobby
April 24 8 a.m.-12 p.m. JC Penney Building, Room 204
April 25 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Marillac Hall, Boeing Room
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NEW EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT PROGRAM
UMSL is happy to offer the new PerkSpot UMSL Employee Discount Program to all employees.
What is PerkSpot? As an UMSL employee, PerkSpot is now your personal online savings resource – a place to
find discounts and rebates on goods and services from many of the best known brand names in the U.S – online
and off, nationally and locally.
Here’s all you need to do to put PerkSpot to work for you: Register, Shop, Buy and Save!
From any internet connected computer, 24/7, go to the UMSL PerkSpot site - www.UMSL.PerkSpot.com - and
follow the step-by-step instructions to register. Once you’ve registered, all you have to do is login for access to all
of our discounts – many of which are updated daily and weekly! Just pick out what you’d like, follow the instruc-
tions provided on PerkSpot and check out. PerkSpot’s savings are convenient and valuable – from everyday pur-
chases like groceries to special purchases like family vacations or auto insurance.
GOLD’S GYM DISCOUNT FOR UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES
Ryan Claus, Campus Wellness Coordinator has arranged for University employees to be eligible for a discount at Gold’s
Gym. There are 7 Gold’s Gym locations in the area as well as 700 in the United States. The current discount price is $0 en-
rollment and $13.95 Bi Weekly dues. This saves the upfront enrollment fee of $79 and also approximately $5 a month off of
dues.
To ensure your discount, submit your enrollment form by fax and pick up your membership card at any local Gold’s Gym.
You may obtain your enrollment form by e-mailing Rhonda Dougherty at [email protected]
For questions, contact Ryan Claus at [email protected] .
PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS
It’s almost that time of year again! Consider an online option in your performance evaluation preparation plan. Human Resources has provided a one-stop-shop where employees are able to complete self-evaluations that can be viewed by their supervisors and supervisors can complete online performance evaluations of their em-ployees that can be printed, signed and sent to Human Resources all with a few clicks of the mouse. This online tool can be found on the HR Forms and Employee Resources page under “Performance Manage-ment” (http://www.umsl.edu/services/hrs/forms.html). For questions, please contact Erik Smetana at ([email protected] ), ext. 5381 or Peter Heithaus ([email protected] ), ext. 5809.
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EMPLOYEE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
All full-time UMSL staff employees receive up to eight hours of paid time off per year to volunteer for qualifying volunteer organizations in the Greater St. Louis area. The time may be taken in half day or whole day increments during regular working hours (Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm) sub-ject to pre-approval by the employee’s supervisor and the volunteer organization to which the time is being donated. Need some ideas on how to spend your day?
For a complete calendar of volunteer opportunities through June 30th: EVP Calendar For a listing of approved organizations: EVP Volunteer Organizational Database.
If you are interested in a particular opportunity—please remember to obtain your supervisor’s approval prior to volunteering. Employee Approval Form For any questions regarding the Employee Volunteer Program, contact Nancy Scheberle at ext. 4106 or Elizabeth Pawloski at ext. 4107.
UM-St. Louis Human Resources, 211 AAB, One University Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63121, Ph: 314-516-5804, Fax: 314-516-6463 New employees, if you need assistance, contact Human Resources (Peter Heithaus, Assoc Vice Chancellor). For help with orientation or new hire paperwork, contact Erik Smetana, ext. 5381 or Tara VanDeVoorde, ext. 5258. For questions about benefits, contact Joann Westbrook, ext. 5639. For help with payroll, contact Errol Benson, ext. 5803. For questions about policy, work relationships or environment, contact Peter Heithaus, ext. 5809. For additional information, visit our website, www.umsl.edu/services/hrs
