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Strategic Performance Management System
Starting this year, there will be a uniform system of performance evaluation for DCCCD administrators. September 2008 to August 2009 is the pilot year for the new program announced by Human and Organizational Development (HOD).
Presently, only administrators at the level of dean and above will participate in the new Strategic Performance Management System (SPMS). However, presidents and vice chancellors have the discretion to apply it to directors if they choose to do so.
Developed at the request of Chancellor Wright Lassiter, the program is comprehensive and will focus on employee performance excellence.
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Did You Know ...
 The three stylized figures in Organizational Development’s (OrgDev) icon symbolize “building community, building leadership and building careers,” according to Yolanda Nolan, district director of OrgDev. “We chose this graphic because it represents the mission and vision of our office,” she added.
This department is responsible for districtwide training and development for our faculty, staff and administrators. Check the events calendar for staff development opportunities.
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Mark Your Calendars Now for Summer Enrollment, Benefits Fair
This year, retirees will get a head start in making their benefit changes. Employees Retirement System of Texas (ERS) has added a special summer enrollment period for retirees only.
Retirees and their family members may enroll and make changes to their benefits July 14-26. After that, regular summer benefits enrollment will open July 28 through Aug. 22 for regular active employees.
Plan now to attend the ERS benefits fair on Aug. 4 at the Bill Priest campus of El Centro College. Representatives and service providers will be available to answer questions about health and other benefits. Look for more information districtwide as details are finalized.
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Upcoming Professional Development Events
Coming soon:
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Event |
Date |
Location & Times |
| Service Leadership Training |
Friday, June 13 |
BJP Room 2002 /1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Strategic Performance Management System Training (SPMS) |
Tuesday, June 24 |
BJP Room 1530 / 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
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Professional Development Resources Session (Perkins Grant) |
Friday, June 27 |
NLC Room L236 / 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
| Service Leadership Training |
Friday, July 11 |
BJP Room 2002 / 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| New Employee Orientation |
Thursday, Aug. 7 |
BJP Room 1530 / 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
| Service Leadership Training |
Friday, Aug. 8 |
BJP Room 2002 / 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Emotional Intelligence Workshop |
Thursday, Aug. 21 |
BJP Room 202 A & B / 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Human Resources A-Z |
Thursday, Oct. 23 |
BJP Room 1530 / 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
For more information on upcoming training/educational programs, visit the Organizational Development Web site or call 214-860-5944.
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HR Reminders
- Administrator and professional support staff progress discussion forms are due to District HR by July 1, 2008. Forms and procedures are available online for your convenience. Please check with your location HR Office for specifics on your location’s due dates.
- Also, vacation time off must be pre-approved by supervisors as soon as leave is planned. Vacation leave forms must be signed and submitted to HR for input prior to the leave being taken.
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A host of employee and student avatars gathered April 3 for the groundbreaking on DCCCD Island. The district will use Second Life to facilitate experiential learning through role playing, modeling and program building. Get more information on the DCCCD Second Life page on the district Web site,