Career Planning and Promotion 
Resources for CTs

MSU Application Page (MAP) 
Where to go to apply for on-campus positions: http://jobs.msu.edu.

Staff Development Training at MSU
MSU Human Resource Development maintains a Faculty & Staff Development / Training page that provides resources, forms and other information about career development and jobs at MSU.  Click on Support Staff Development Programs

One possibly useful link is the list of MSU job descriptions at http://www.hr.msu.edu/jobclasssearch/search.asp.  The Human Resources web site suggests that you "use general job descriptions to your advantage by cross-training and expanding your base knowledge with new projects."  

Human Resource Development maintains a list of institutions and programs approved for employee reimbursement through the Educational Assistance Program. Call 355-0183 for more information.

The Employment Office in Human Resources Services has representatives available to discuss career-related topics such as common MSU career paths, job openings, developmental resources, skills assessments, and job search skills. They will also discuss your interviewing skills and provide pointers. Call Karna Brandt or Gene Rummel 353-3720.  For more information, check out the HR Development site at http://www.hr.msu.edu/HRsite/HiringPostings/Staff/Postings.  

The Computerized Human Resources’ Information Service (CHRIS) offers information about postings and the ability to apply for jobs over the phone (limit two per week). Call 353-3720 x 372.

Performance review information is available under Support Staff at  http://www.hr.msu.edu/hrsite/Performance/.

Coaching and Mentoring

Conducting Effective Performance Reviews

Forms

Performance Development Program (PDP).  In addition to other performance evaluation information, this site lists Critical Performance Factors.  Many MSU supervisors take factors on this list into account when hiring and evaluating employees.  Knowing what they are can't hurt.

Job postings for MSU employees are posted under Support Staff at http://www.hr.msu.edu/hrsite/HiringPostings/.  

Forms: 

Internal Job Bid: This form is no longer used. MSU now uses on on-line application process called the MSU Applicant Page or "MAP."

The Educational Assistance Program Application for MSU tuition waiver or non-MSU tuition reimbursement 

Performance development forms

Career Services and Placement, at http://www.csp.msu.edu/ or 113 Student Services Building, offers resume critiques and advising. Career assessment software is available. Walk in, or phone 355-9510.

The Career Development Center, http://www.csp.msu.edu/, 517/355-9510 x 335, is an office in Career Services and Placement at 6 Student Services Building.  CDC provides the following services to the MSU community:  

Trained staff ready to help you explore your interests and help you to determine your career path. 

A variety of services including individual advising and self-assessment tools for personal feedback on your career interests.

A resource center stocked with volumes of career resources for all stages of your career.

Tips on tools & strategies for a successful job search and employer information.

Visit the Career Development Center to browse the Resource Library or meet with an advisor to develop a job search plan.

The Gerri Olsen Educational Lottery Loan is a CTU program that provides loans to CTs until they receive tuition reimbursement from MSU for successfully completed classes. The lottery is scheduled to coincide with Lansing Community College’s registration since so many of our members take classes there. However, funds can be used at other institutions. Call 355-1903 for information.

Your Union and the CTU/MSU contract is one of your most important resources in pursuing professional training. See: 

Article 14—Educational Assistance Programs

Article 17—Filling Vacant Positions

Your Union Representative: Some departments are reluctant to follow the contract when it comes to educational assistance, released time or procedures for filling vacancies. Contact your UR or a Contract Administrator at the CTU office (355-1903) if you have problems exercising any of your contractual rights.

Help us keep this list up to date. Contact Cheryllee Finney at ctnews@msu.edu or 432-9580 to report additions or deletions. If you use or have used any of these resources and would like to let others know about the experience, please let us know. We will be happy to share the information.

A list of training opportunities.

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