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2025-08-22: HR Training, Reduced waste collection and Cleaning, Retirement Counseling, Community Building and other Non-Engineering administrative notices

2025-08-22: HR Training, Reduced waste collection and Cleaning, Retirement Counseling, Community Building and other Non-Engineering administrative notices

FY 2026 Facilities Management Service Level Reductions: On behalf of Marie Gensler, Executive Assistant, Design, Facilities and Safety Service

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August 19, 2025

 

TO:       Campus Community

FR:       Marie Gensler, Executive Assistant, Design, Facilities and Safety Services 

RE:       FY 2026 Facilities Management Service Level Reductions

 

Ongoing staffing and budgetary challenges have led Facilities Management (FM)to adjust service levels on campus. More recent campus-wide budget reductions made as part of the Financial Stability planning process will require additional adjustments in Building Maintenance & Operations, Custodial, and Grounds areas.

 

Please visit Facilities Management FY26 Service Levels to see a detailed breakdown of the revised service levels for FY 2026. Within available resources, FM will do its best to operate, maintain, and renew the physical environment needed to support the University's instructional, research, and public service missions.

2025-08-22: The HR Department-Wide Training Fall 2025 Course Schedule request: On behalf of Thomas Nilon, Talent Acquisition and Training Analyst

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August 22, 2025

TO:     Campus Community

FR:     Thomas Nilon, Talent Acquisition and Training Analyst, Human Resources 

RE:     The HR Department-Wide Training Fall 2025 Course Schedule 

 

Are you a people supervisor, or interested in honing your skills to become one? Join us for any or all of the Fall classes that are part of UCSB's Supervisory Certificate Program! This program is designed to provide supervisors and non-supervisors with professional development in the key areas of leadership competencies, policies and procedures, and people skills. 

 

Fall Schedule

Join us for one or all sessions. Click the title of the session to register in the UC Learning Center. For specific enrollment information on all training for this quarter, please see the HR Department-Wide Training Course Schedule (TIP: Clear your browser cache to see the most up-to-date schedule).

*Replaces Preventing and Responding to Violence in the Workplace

 

Scholarship Opportunities:

With the continued support of Dilling Yang, this scholarship program, established in 2003, provides financial assistance to eligible non-probationary career staff for education, training, and other professional development opportunities at UCSB. Interested in applying? First, review the Program Eligibility Guidelines. If you qualify, apply by completing the Scholarship Application Form and submit it via ServiceNow.

 

Policies:

 

  • Registration Policy: Pre-registration is required. Only the individual who registered may participate in the class ("swapping” a registered participant with a non-registered participant is not permitted).

  • Cancellation Policy: Cancelling via the UC Learning Center is required at least 48 hours before a class. Late cancellations will be charged the full course fee.

  • Waitlist Policy: If a class is full, you may add yourself to the Wait List in the UC Learning Center. Individuals on a waitlist will be notified by HR if space opens up.

 

New Retirement Counseling Services for Faculty and Staff: On behalf of Ann-Marie Musto, Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Human Resources Officer

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August 19, 2025                                                                         

TO:       UC Santa Barbara Employees

FR:        Ann-Marie Musto, Associate Vice Chancellor and
             Chief Human Resources Officer

RE:        New Retirement Counseling Services for Faculty and Staff

Dear Campus Community,

 

Human Resources is delighted to announce that our office is now offering Retirement Counseling Services for all faculty and staff. This new service is being funded by the Office of the Chancellor and the Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor and will be developed with the cooperation of  the UCSB Emeriti and Retirees Associations. It reflects our commitment to supporting you at every stage of your career, including the important transition into retirement.

Retirement is a significant milestone, and planning for it can feel both exciting and overwhelming. Our counseling services are designed to provide guidance, resources, and personalized support to help you make informed decisions about your financial, professional, and personal goals as you prepare for this next chapter.

The primary goal of this new service is to provide employees with additional support, beyond what is already provided through our partners at RASC and Fidelity, to assure that you feel confident, well-informed, and fully supported throughout your journey into retirement.

 

If you are close to  retirement and/or have any questions about retirement planning we welcome you to schedule a one-on-one in-person or zoom meeting with Lisa Romero, Retirement Counselor.  As a recent retiree, Lisa has returned to UC Santa Barbara to provide initial support to help launch this new service.  She has a wealth of experience and expertise in the retirement process.

  

Our dedicated Retirement Counselor will provide comprehensive support, including:

●        Timely and relevant information about all aspects of retirement planning.

●        Personalized consultations to discuss your unique needs and circumstances.

●        Tailored guidance and educational resources to help you effectively plan your future.

To schedule an appointment, please submit an HR ServiceNow ticket to Employee Services/Benefits/Retirement Process Support. Lisa can also be reached directly at Lisa.Romero@hr.ucsb.edu or 805-893-5163.

We encourage faculty and staff to take advantage of this service and connect with our team to schedule a session. Whether you are beginning to explore retirement options or are closer to making that transition, we are here to support you every step of the way.

We look forward to partnering with you in planning a rewarding and fulfilling retirement.

 

Staff Community Building Circles - Fall 2025: On behalf of the Staff Engagement Workgroup and Restorative Justice Program

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August 19, 2025

TO: UCSB Staff

FR: Staff Engagement Workgroup and Restorative Justice Program

RE: Staff Community Building Circles - Fall 2025

Staff Community Building Circles

In partnership with the Restorative Justice Program, the Staff Engagement Workgroup invites you to pause, connect, and recharge by joining a Staff Community Building Circle this fall. These circles offer a supportive space for campus staff to share experiences, listen to diverse perspectives, and strengthen our sense of community. Through guided dialogue, participants will have the opportunity to connect, reflect, and collaborate - fostering a more inclusive and understanding environment for everyone.

 

Fall Quarter Topic: Change Management - Change touches every part of our lives. In this session, we will explore our individual and collective experiences with change, offering one another perspective and support during times of uncertainty.

 

Offerings (Follow the links below to register for a day and time that works best for you):

 

 

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Staff Engagement Workgroup