This is a reminder to register for the 2024 DHRM HR Conference, Elite HR: Ignite Your Passion for Growth and Innovation! This two-and-a-half day event will feature dynamic speakers, relevant and ground-breaking topics essential to every level of HR practitioner, and networking opportunities with your colleagues.
This conference will be held September 30th- October 2nd, 2024 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center in Hampton, Virginia. For more details and to register visit our registration page! Please share with your respective HR staff. Please note: The cutoff date for making reservations at Embassy Suites by the Hilton Hampton Convention Center is Friday, September 20, 2024. We look forward to seeing you September 30th - October 2nd!
Thank you to the HR leaders who attended the in person 2024 Innovation for HR meeting last month in Richmond, Virginia. Be on the lookout for information regarding the full day Innovation Summit in the Spring 2025. We look forward to continuing the innovation dialogue at the 2024 DHRM HR Conference.
This is a final reminder that the Workforce Plans are due by Monday, September 30th. The metrics from this plan will provide valuable resources that will help us assess the effectiveness of our employee engagement efforts.
Thank you!
Janet L. Lawson, DHRM Director
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Reminder! Workforce Plans are Due September 30th
Agency Workforce Plans are due to DHRM by September 30, 2024. Signed Workforce Plans and the Agency Strategy Template can be emailed to dhrm.wfp@dhrm.virginia.gov.
We hosted three live working sessions, detailing the process and steps to complete the workforce plan in July. Sessions were recorded and posted to the DHRM GoToMeeting Channel. For any questions, please contact dhrm.wfp@dhrm.virginia.gov.
Coming Soon! Performance Management System Updates
Be on the lookout for additional communications regarding the Performance Management System. VITA has established a "Self-Assessment" process that will be available soon. This process will continue to support state employees in their talent development, job satisfaction and overall employee experience as well as to foster a continued culture of service and professionalism for employees and our citizens. More information to come.
Exciting News! Spanish Translations for State Required Training
The Office of Workforce Development has made significant progress in providing Spanish translations for state-required training. We are thrilled to announce that our first course, "MVP - Español - Política de Alcohol y Otras Drogas 1.05," which covers the Alcohol and Drug Policy 1.05, is now available on the COVLC. Stay tuned for additional courses in Spanish, which will be rolled out in the coming months. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to accessibility and inclusivity in our training programs.
Data Clean Up
We are initiating a targeted data cleanup effort to ensure that Cardinal records are accurate and up to date. Your agency's participation in this effort is vital and required for maintaining the integrity of our systems and being able to provide accurate and reliable data for reporting and informed decision making. Click here for more information.
Engagement
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Please remind state employees of the options they have for voting this year. For questions regarding voting, eligibility, or duties and training for Officers of Election, contact the Virginia Department of Elections.
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Learn more about the significance of sign colors and unique traffic light meanings. Different colors on roadway signs are used to communicate various types of information, including regulatory rules, detours, and directions in the first week of this program. In case you missed it, check out the additional diver safety tips available for the 2nd & 3rd week.
The 2024 Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign (CVC) will launch statewide on Wednesday, October 2nd! We invite state employees from around the Capitol Square area in downtown Richmond to participate in our first DHRM Charity Fair on Wednesday, October 9th, in the James Monroe Building, starting at 11 a.m. For questions regarding CVC, please reach out to cvcsupport@dhrm.virginia.gov.
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Discover More Resources Available Through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Benefits
Did you know that the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides more than just emotional support for state employees, their covered dependents and members of their households enrolled in the State Health Benefits Program? The EAP also offers a wide range of other no-cost support services and resources that includes financial counseling services and online budgeting tools and even a 30-minute legal consultation.
To learn more about this and additional EAP offerings available see the following flyers for Anthem, Aetna and Kaiser Permanente. Please share them with state employees. *Sentara Health Plans do not provide these additional services.
In Case You Missed...
As we continue to make the Commonwealth a premiere place to work and live, we understand the importance of investing in our employees. We are excited to announce new enhancements to the performance management system that you can look forward.
The Office of Health Benefits (OHB) and CommonHealth are pleased to announce the availability of a new resource to help employees be well—the Employee Health & Wellness Benefits Guide! There are benefits in this guide to help state employee progress towards health and wellness goals. Many of these benefits are available at NO ADDITIONAL COST —and some even offer a financial incentive or reward. We need your feedback. Please take the short survey and share your thoughts!
The 2025 Pay and Holiday Calendar was approved by the Governor and is posted here on DHRM’s website. Those agencies using alternate holiday schedules should direct your employees to your internal calendars.
We are pleased to announce that NASCAR and Martinsville Speedway has partnered with the Commonwealth to offer state employees a discount to the NASCAR 2024 Playoffs Xfinity 500 race at Martinsville Speedway Sunday, November 3, 2024.
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