Employee Learning & Organizational Effectiveness

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Zoom Meeting

    The Performance Partnership Program (PPP) is a comprehensive performance management system that provides a process for resolving employee performance, attendance, and conduct problems by focusing on adult-to-adult relationships between supervisors and employees. The PPP governs performance management for the majority of civil service employees on the Urbana campus.

Thursday, November 6, 2025

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Zoom Meeting

    Provides an overview of collective bargaining and grievance processes for union and non-union employees: the history of collective bargaining, laws related to collective bargaining, the bargaining process, grievance processes for union and non-union Civil Service employees and Academic Professionals, bargaining units at UIUC & how to respond to a variety of labor issues.

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Zoom Meeting

    Discover what the Civil Transfer list is and how it can be used in the hiring process; become aware of what’s required for employee promotions and other types of position changes; learn about the review and approval of salaries; and understand why pay equity is important and how it is evaluated.

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Zoom Meeting

    A diverse workforce brings varied perspectives and understandings. At times, diversity can present challenges in creating an inclusive environment. Seminar empowers the participants to connect and understand the importance of being culturally competent and see how through inclusivity their work environments will blossom as we maintain a community of respect and civility.

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Zoom Meeting

    Substance Abuse in the Workplace, jointly offered by FSAWS and LER, educates supervisors on how to address an impaired employee and the impact these individuals have in the workplace. The training includes campus policies and procedures presented by Illinois Human Resources and guidance on how to consult with FSAWS.

Thursday, November 20, 2025

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Zoom Meeting

    The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) entitles eligible employees to take job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons. This seminar, facilitated by HR experts, will focus on policy and helpful tips to support managers in administering FMLA for their campus units.

  • 1:30 - 4:30 pm
    Zoom Meeting

    Explore different aspects of leadership; reflect on their own leadership skills, values, and goals; and develop a language for understanding and cultivating capable leaders. Learning to identify, reflect upon, learn from, and engage with diverse perspectives is essential to fostering effective relationships and vibrant intellectual environments. Understand your role in mo