★ TRAINING AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
PROJECT CATEGORY: Expanded HR Services
HR UNIT: People, Culture and Engagement
TIMELINE: April 2023 - Present
STATUS: In Progress
PHASE: Implementation Phase
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SUMMARY & ACHIEVEMENTS
Summary
In the fall of 2023, Central HR welcomed Training back to West Campus & the HSCs with the creation of the Training & Organizational Development unit (TOD). The overall mission of the TOD unit is to provide opportunities to enhance the skills, knowledge, and professional development of our faculty and staff. The re-introduction of training to the campus is part of the HR Now initiative and is also one of the key objectives of the University’s strategic plan…. Growing and Recognizing Our People to foster a culture of innovation and performance excellence, expand professional development opportunities, and create capacity for our staff and faculty to thrive.
PHASE 3 - In Progress
Implementation Phase
The launch and management of the BizLibrary virtual learning platform, over 2300 of the 2500 licenses have been filled as of December 2024.
Training has published its first in-person training catalog featuring previously conducted and new courses.
What's Next
The Training and Organizational Development team has created and will implement a learning strategy and Learning Committee charter in 2025.
The team is reimaging the New Team Member Orientation and creating a new Management Orientation. They are launching the first cohort of the Leadership Development Academy in January 2025.
The Training and Organizational Development team has partnered with 22 New York State universities and colleges to create the Excelsior Learning Alliance. The Training and Organizational Development team hosts monthly meetings with the Excelsior Learning Alliance to share industry trends and to collaborate on best practices.
Further planning continues to expand training and outreach capabilities.
PHASE 3 - What's Completed
Implementation Phase Achievements
In-person New Employee Orientation began in January 2024. Classes are held bi-weekly at the Wang Center. To date over 850 new team members have been trained.
Between January and June 2024, Training and Organizational Development created and delivered five customized training modules for team building, effective communication, difficult conversations, change management 101, performance review preparation in collaboration with counseling and discipline training with Labor Relations and State Appointments.
In the Fall of 2024, Training and Organizational Development piloted a ten-course Supervisor Success: Tools and Techniques for Effective Management training series for those new to supervision or looking to become supervisors. Topics included coaching and feedback, active listening and empathy, difficult conversations, time management, motivating and engaging a team, and supervisor wellness. The series was in tremendous demand, and we are looking to continue it in the future.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME? (wiifm)
Skill Enhancement & Advancement: Employees can expect tailored training programs to enhance their skill sets, making them more proficient and confident in their roles. Managers/Supervisors can request customized training in-person and virtually to meet the needs of their evolving departments.
Leadership Development & Professional Growth: TOD will provide opportunities for continuous learning and career development to support employees in achieving their professional goals.
Job Satisfaction: Enhanced skills, professional development, and leadership opportunities contribute to overall job satisfaction.
PREVIOUS PHASE ACHIEVEMENTS
PHASE 1: Completed
Assessment & Recommendation Phase
Assessment & Recommendation Phase by Segal in late 2022 https://www.stonybrook.edu/hrnow/timeline
PHASE 2 - Completed
Design Phase
- April 2023 - Kenya Lewis-Brewer, AVP for People Culture & Engagement began the search for the Training &Organizational Development team.
- August 2023 - Procurement for BizLibrary, the virtual learning platform was finalized.
- September & October 2023 – BizLibrary worked with SBU on IT integration and Branding.
- November 2023 – Training & Organizational Development announced Central HR as the test group for a with a 6-week learning initiative (soft launch)
implementation team
Core Team Participants
Kenya Lewis-Brewer, AVP People, Culture & Engagement
William Corrigan, Training and Organizational Development Manager
Aileen Galazin, Training & Talent Development Specialist
Herb Schramm, Training and Organizational Development Coordinator
Thomas Clemens, Training and Organizational Development Assistant
CHARGE
Develop a strategic plan for the Training and Workforce Development Unit, outlining goals, timelines, and key performance indicators. Align the strategy with the university's mission and values.
Collaborate with different university departments, leadership, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with broader organizational goals. Seek input and feedback from various levels of the organization to enhance engagement initiatives.
Establish a process for continuous improvement based on feedback and evolving organizational needs.
HAVE FEEDBACK?
Email hrnow@stonybrook.edu or fill out this brief feedback survey.