The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill  Office of the Chancellor
William 0. McCoy Interim Chancellor		103 South Building Campus Box 9100 Chapel Hill, NC 27599-9100  (919) 962- 1365 Fax (919) 962-1647 william.rnccoy@unc.edu

As a University employer, we should be especially committed to the continued training and education of our employees. Through careful attention to training and development of our employees, we can insure that the skills of the University workforce keep pace with the changes in- the University environment. In this context, the Employee Forum has approved and recommended to me the attached statement of "Manager/Employee Responsibilities in Staff Training/Education." I forward this statement to you with my strong support. It is, I believe, a carefully crafted statement that highlights responsibilities of both employees and supervisors with respect to staff training and education.

I ask that each of you consider carefully the attached statement and take whatever actions are appropriate to insure that supervisors and managers within your respective areas of responsibility are aware of and supportive of staff training and education.

Within the next few weeks, the University Gazette will feature this statement and communicate about development opportunities available to University staff. I ask that you join with me in this effort to encourage employees and supervisors to fulfill their respective responsibilities regarding staff development.

Cc: Laurie Charest
Jack Evans
Joanne Kucharski
Jane Stine

The intent of this document is to Suggest responsibilities and strategies managers in providing opportunities for activities and Employees Seeking job/career training, education, and growth.

For the Manager:

1. Familiarize Yourself about Opportunities. - Be knowledgeable about opportunities on this campus, especially those provided by Human Resources and Academic Technologies and Networks (ATN) Learn what training is available from other sources that support your Employees' specific trade or profession.
2.  Publicize Training/ Education Activities. _ Insure that Employees have access to information about training activities. Do this via bulletin boards, staff meetings, and circulation of appropriate Deans /Directors /Department Head memoranda and other internal communications.
3. Strongly Support Job-Specific Training. _ job-related training equips the Employee to do a better, more productive job Provide paid time for Employees to take classes, cover any fees possible from the departmental budget, and provide adequate release from immediate duties to promote learning.
4. Encourage and Promote Training/ Education for Career Growth. _ Even if opportunities axe not directly duty-related, but support a career growth -plan for the Employee, support the activity as much as possible. Investigate compromises including use of paid and personal time for activities.
5.  Foster a Learning Environment and Attitude. - Expect Employees to learn and develop skills, and have a positive attitude towards career improvement and growth. Make learning part of the culture of your organization.

1. Do Early Homework- - You are responsible for investigating the course and determining if it is appropriate for you. Make certain you have mastered any  prerequisite skills. If you are uncertain about whether to take the class, talk with others who have taken it or contact the instructor for more information if possible.
2. Plan with the ,Manager. _ Talk with your manager about your desire to participate in training programs and classes. Go into the meeting with a suggested plan of how you will get your work done during the period that you will attend classes. Ask your manager for opportunities to apply your new skills.
3. Take Responsibility and Use Available Resources. - As an adult, you are in charge of your learning. Take advantage of the class time, practice sessions, and instructor's knowledge while in class. Use resources such as suggested follow up reading materials, on-line help, quick reference cards, software manuals and training manuals.
4. Participate. - Learning is an active process! Active learners ask questions, do the work, participate in discussions, and take notes. Get involved and you will better master the new skills and more importantly, remember them for later use.
5. Take charge of Career Development. - Be responsible for taking the lead in your own career development. If you want to -et a better job, take steps to find out  what training, experience and education you need to get a better position.  Contact the University Career Development Coordinator for assistance and the information you obtain to help design a plan for job advancement.