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The Telework Agreement Form was updated as the organization prepares for the new, long-term hybrid workplace with a mixture of onsite, hybrid, and remote workers. The form is required for all staff who are teleworking as part of the new schedules that will be finalized this fall. The form is now online and routed automatically through the approval process.
The new Telework Agreement Form is now available on MetNet.
As a reminder, the telework transition is broken down into these steps:
- Each department is setting general direction for when employees should return.
- Then, each teleworking employee is determining with their manager their new schedule and effective date, which will be defined in the signed telework agreement.
- After discussing their plan with their manager, the employee will complete the online Telework Agreement Form and submit it to their supervisor or manager for approval.
- The signed Telework Agreement Form needs to be finalized by mid-October and implemented accordingly at the appropriate time.
Our pandemic response team recommends that employees who can telework should continue to do so at least through Oct. 31, due to higher levels of community infection and the Delta variant. Teleworking employees should consider this updated guidance as they work with their managers to create their new plans.
Teleworkers can review the Telework Transition FAQ page on MetNet for details and tools to help in planning for and implementing their new schedules.
Project management mentors are the best way to develop effective project managers. The Project Manager Development Program (PMDP) is seeking seasoned project managers who have “been there, done that, messed up, and lived to learn from the experience.”
Being a mentor provides an opportunity for project management practitioners to share their knowledge, skills, and experience with program participants. Mentors will act as a role model to help a mentee with personal and professional growth by sharing support in achieving project goals and providing networking opportunities. Being a mentor also provides a chance for mentors to develop their own mentoring style and soft skills set at the same time as guiding and influencing PMDP participants. This mentoring opportunity will help you develop the competencies of communicates effectively, builds networks, and collaborates.
The Project Manager Development Program is currently seeking mentor and participant applications for the 12-month program. Please review PMDP information and mentor application materials on the PMDP MetNet site.
Completed mentor and program participant applications are due no later than 4:00 p.m. on Sept. 30.
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Human Resources and Bus Transportation are hosting two hiring events for full-time bus operators this month at the Metro Transit Instruction Center, 725 7th Street North, Minneapolis.
Candidates can apply prior to the event and interview on Tuesday or Saturday. They can also apply and interview at the event either day. Assistance will be available onsite for anyone who needs help completing an application online.
Saturday, Sept. 11, 9:00 a.m. to noon
Tuesday, Sept. 14, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
So much has changed in the last year and more changes are coming, especially as some staff transition to new hybrid schedules.
Many changes in a short period of time can be overwhelming and exhausting, yet managers need to guide employees through them regardless of how they feel.
Register for Change Cycle: First Things First, to explore the six stages of change. Learn the best strategies for getting right with yourself first so you can effectively lead others through change. This Management class will help you develop the competencies of manages ambiguity, situational adaptability, and action oriented.
The virtual, instructor-led class will be held September 29 from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.
To enroll:
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Go to Learn.
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If you have a Council-issued email address, go to the Talent Hub page on MetNet and click Learn. Then click "Employee with an email address."
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If you do not, go to https://metc.sumtotal.host, click the "Employee without an email address" button, and sign in with your Learn username and password.
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Click the library book icon at the top of the page, locate “A-Learning Institute,” and click the arrow pointing to the right.
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Click “LOD Classes Open for Registration.”
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Locate the class and register.
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Fit For Life is bringing back two virtual activities starting mid-September:
AfroKaribe online fitness classes are coming back with Coach Val. Classes for all levels. No dance experience and no equipment needed. AfroKaribe is an amazing low-intensity and high-intensity interval-style, total body dance fitness party to world rhythms.
Mindfulness Meditation with LaDonna Funderburke of Breathe Deep Within is coming back. Each online session will include breath awareness, breathing techniques for stress management, and experience sound therapy.
Please note that Microsoft Teams and Webex Meetings are the only video conferencing applications approved for installation on Met Council devices. Do not install Zoom on Met Council devices. Zoom and other video conferencing software may not be installed on Met Council devices; however employees may attend work-related Zoom meetings from other organizations through their web browser without installing the software. Participation is voluntary and on your own time.
Contact FitForLife@metc.state.mn.us if you’d like a calendar invitation for any of the above sessions.
Week 1 – Make it a family affair!
Each week for the next four weeks, we’ll post tips and information around getting outdoors to boost physical and emotional health. This week’s focus is all about getting your household members to “take it outside” with you.
Why make it a family or group affair? As humans we need connection. Spending time with others combats loneliness and boosts well-being. Working out with others can help you follow through on your goals and may even push you to work harder. Being active as a family can strengthen family bonds, and help kids build a foundation of healthy habits; plus, playing outside with others is just plain fun.
Here are some ideas to try out:
- Take a stroll. Go for a family walk or a bike or scooter ride, after dinner.
- Get some yard work done. Pull weeds, rake leaves, or tend to the garden.
- Have a ball. Toss around the football or softball, or shoot some hoops.
- Play a game. Try corn hole/bean bag toss, croquet, tag, hopscotch, foursquare, badminton, or kickball.
- Feeling ambitious? Create your own outdoor fitness scavenger hunt.
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