Telework extended to June 10
Dear colleagues, As a result of the recent executive order from Governor Northam, non-designated VCU employees will continue to telework until Wednesday, June 10. During this time, employees are encouraged to complete required training and review resources specifically curated for working remotely. Telework learning opportunitiesVCU HR Learning, Development and Organizational Culture curated telework learning opportunities utilizing LinkedIn Learning […]
Career Development Conference 2020
Dear colleagues, As an institution of higher education, VCU demonstrates a commitment to the core value of lifelong learning by offering strategic education opportunities that foster employee career development. To continue this effort, VCU Human Resources and VCU Staff Senate are partnering to present Quest for the Best Career Development Conference for employees to network with colleagues […]
Instant HR: Generic account requirement and learning opportunity
Dear colleagues, Please review the notices below and share them with employees in your area. Generic accounts required for student workers Per recommendation from Technology Services and Internal Audit, departments that hire student workers should use a generic department email account when sending work-related emails to student workers. Unlike employee email accounts that are disabled […]
Universal availability notice for 2020
Dear colleagues, This annual communication is being sent to you in compliance with a federal requirement to let you know about your retirement savings options. Specifically, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) sponsors a Tax-Deferred Savings Plan (the “Plan”). As an employee of the university, you can voluntarily elect to defer a portion of your compensation to the […]
Instant HR: W-2 statements now available
Dear colleagues, please share the announcement below with employees in your area. Electronic W-2 statements available VCU employees who have given their eConsent may view and print their 2019 W-2 statements online. Log on to eServices and click the “Employee” tab, followed by “Tax Forms, Electronic W-2 Earnings Statement.” Consent remains in effect until revoked […]
VCU interfaith holiday calendar 2020
Dear colleagues, I’m pleased to share the VCU interfaith holiday calendar for 2020. This calendar lists religious holidays for various faiths. To support diversity and inclusion efforts at VCU, event coordinators are encouraged to review this list prior to scheduling university-sponsored events. If you have questions, please contact VCU HR at askhr@vcu.edu or call 828-0177. Thank you for your […]
Instant HR: Pre-tax parking and leave reminder
Dear HR colleagues, please review the updates below and share them with employees in your area. Pre-tax parking I’m pleased to share that parking costs for VCU employees will once again be offered at pre-tax rates. Effective December 20, 2019, the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was repealed, which included the parking tax. Beginning […]
Instant HR: Timekeeping for winter closing, Form W-4 updates, new training opportunities
Dear HR colleagues, please review the important updates below on timekeeping for the recent winter closing, updates to Form W-4, and new training opportunities. Timekeeping procedure for winter closing 2019-2020 During the 2019 Winter Closing, all employees (non-exempt/exempt) were required to use 24 (3 days) of eligible leave for Tuesday, December 31, 2019, Thursday, January […]
Instant HR: Benefits elections, eJobs update, upcoming performance reviews
Dear HR colleagues, please see the critical year-end reminders below and share with faculty and staff in your area. Benefits elections during the VCU winter closing VCU HR recommends that eligible employees submit benefits elections no later than Thursday, Dec. 19 if their election deadlines fall during the winter closing. Elections received after Dec. 16 […]
Instant HR: Updates on leave, payroll, HR Redesign enrollment, faculty exit survey
Dear colleagues, please note the important updates below and share them with faculty and staff in your area. Leave updates VCU Leave Administration recently updated the leave guidelines. As a reminder, employees are required to submit leave in RealTime for the upcoming winter closing for the following dates: Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019, Thursday, Jan. 2 […]