| Position Authorization and Job Descriptions (HR) |
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- Ron Puskarits, Director of Compensation, Human Resources
- Debbie Lewis, Compensation Consultant, Human Resources
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The process of obtaining approval to fill a position has many components that the initiator must follow. The purpose and focus of this workshop is to discuss the information needed to begin the process and how to successfully complete the Position Authorization Form in HireTouch. We will discuss the fields that cause the most confusion and how to correctly navigate them. We will also discuss job descriptions and their role in the position approval process.
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Learning
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- Define information needed to complete the Position Authorization form.
- Review the role of job descriptions in the position approval process.
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| Travel Expense Management (TEM) System Upgrade: Exploring the New Features and Enhancements (OBFS University Payables) |
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- Darren Strater, Associate Director, OBFS University Payables
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This workshop will provide information on the new functionality of the upgraded Travel Expense Management (TEM) system. The workshop will include an overview of the new interface, how to attach receipts, how to recall a submitted expense report and how to avoid accidentally paying yourself.
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- Identify the new features
of the TEM system.
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| Overview of Web Intelligence: Preview of UI Reports Dashboard (AITS Decision Support) |
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- Mandy Bodine, Assistant Director, AITS Decision Support
- Trish Curry, Training Specialist, AITS Decision Support
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With the upgrade of Business Objects in the near future, reporting will transition from Desktop Intelligence to Web Intelligence. Come and learn about the AITS Decision Support upgrade project to receive tips on creating reports using Web Intelligence.
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Learning
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- Discuss the upcoming method of creating reports using Web Intelligence.
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| Leading Effectively in a Unionized Environment (HR) |
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| Presented By: |
- Thomas Riley, Director of Labor and Employee Relations, Human Resources
- Lisa Caridine, Labor/Employee Relations Officer, Human Resources
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The complexities and challenges of leading and managing in a unionized work environment will be explored during the workshop.
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Review operational objectives.
- Build effective relationships within a unionized environment.
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| Speeding Up the Pre-Award Process: The Do's and Don'ts of ORS Submissions (OVCR Office of Research Services) |
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- Carla Dodd, Sponsored Project Specialist, OVCR Office of Research Services
- Megan Konley, Research Information Coordinator, OVCR Office of Research Services
- Christopher Zack, Sponsored Projects Specialist, OVCR Office of Research Services
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Business managers are responsible for the day-to-day administration of sponsored projects. This includes preparing proposals and oversight of all applicable Federal, State and University rules and regulations. The Office of Research Services (ORS) assists the campus in preparing and submitting funding proposals and supporting information for sponsored projects, and is responsible for enforcement of related rules and regulations. To make the process easier for all involved, this workshop will focus on the key obstacles involved in pre-award proposal activities: proposal development, budgeting, submission, and institutional compliance related activities.
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Learning
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- Review the types of proposals: new, continuation, supplement and revisions.
- Define the various components of a proposal budget and how to apply the institution's F&A cost rate.
- Receive an overview and updates of internal and external policies and procedures.
- Explain why compliance-related issues matter at proposal stage and what are your responsibilities.
- Name tips for avoiding delays and common errors.
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| Fund Accounting 101 (OBFS University Accounting and Financial Reporting) |
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- Nick Deitch, Assistant Director, OBFS University Accounting and Financial Reporting
- Tim Parrish, Financial Accounting & Reporting Analyst, OBFS University Accounting and Financial Reporting
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Let’s discuss Fund Accounting at the University of Illinois! What are state funds, institutional funds, self-supporting funds, and gift funds? What are the best practices for these funds? Join University Accounting & Financial Reporting as we provide an overview of these funds, limitations on use, along with common mistakes and ways to avoid them.
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Learning
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- Identify the basics of Fund Accounting.
- Review best practices for state, institutional, self-supporting, and gift funds.
- Examine methods to avoid common mistakes.
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