Staff Handbook

03-08  Training & Development Policy

Issued : 12/01
Classification Code : 03-08

Policy

Southeast Missouri State University believes that learning is a lifelong pursuit. In concert with this belief, the University maintains training and development programs to assist staff in acquiring new knowledge and skills and sharpening existing skills. Service to University constituents (students, citizens of the region, members of the University community, and others) is enhanced by a well-trained staff that is knowledgeable of University practices and procedures.

While this policy is primarily concerned with staff training & development, members of the University faculty are welcome and encouraged to participate in these programs.

It is understood that career development and job skills acquisition are the joint responsibility of the employee, the supervisor and the employing department. Supervisors are expected to consult annually with people reporting to them to develop an appropriate staff development strategy. This might include job training, wellness, and personal enrichment programming. The accomplishments of the staff development strategy should be incorporated into the annual performance evaluation process.

In order to support the concepts of lifelong learning and the provision of quality service to our constituents, the University provides Release Time from regular duties for employees to participate in these programs. Participation by employees in development opportunities should be scheduled so that disruptions to the delivery of service and normal work processes are minimized.

Training requirements specific to individual positions are beyond the scope of this policy. Supervisors and employees are responsible for insuring that any requirements specific to a particular position are met.

The Vice President for Business and Finance will be responsible for assuring that operating procedures are developed and promulgated to implement this policy.

Operating Procedures for 03-08

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