Explore programs, resources, and opportunities designed to help A&F employees connect, grow, and thrive. From professional coaching and employee communities to leadership connections and special events, the Office of Employee and Organizational Success is here to support you at every stage of your experience at UMB.
WISER Together Inclusion Initiative
The WISER Together Inclusion Program will continue to strengthen our shared culture by further integrating the WISER Guiding Principles into our everyday work. This initiative aims to enhance inclusive practices, strengthen team collaboration, and sustain a culture of belonging in Administration and Finance.
Each team will engage in the following activities:
- Assess inclusive workplace behaviors;
- Complete online learning modules to build new skills;
- Participate in meaningful conversations that promote belonging and enhance performance.
To kick things off, please take a moment to watch Dawn's welcome video posted below. You might recognize some familiar faces!
A&F Communities
The goal of these employee-initiated groups is to provide safe spaces for people to be together, share experiences, and gain resources. If you are interested in joining one of the following groups or have another idea for a group, please email The Success Office. Please note that these are YOUR groups. If there's a support group that you might be interested in but don't see it listed, please ask.
ALL ARE WELCOME IN EVERY GROUP!
- Young Professionals
- Women of Color
- LGBTQIA+ and Allies
- Neurodivergent and Mental Health
- Possible New Group (Please Ask if You Have a Need!)
Inclusive Conversations for Leaders
Based on the Inclusive Conversations by Mary Frances Winters, this book explores the critical components of an organizational culture that facilitates meaningful dialogues around our collective similarities and differences, helping to create a strong culture of success. Please contact The Success Office for complimentary copies of the book or if you’re interested in a small session for your team or book club.
Professional Coaching Services
Administration and Finance is pleased to offer confidential coaching services to any A&F exempt or non-exempt employee, no matter role, function or career level. Click the link above to read important Coaching FAQs.
Ready to sign up? Complete the coaching interest form.
Goodwill Excel Center High School Diploma Program
Exclusively for A&F employees, the Goodwill Excel Center helps you earn a tuition-free high school diploma. Through this program, employees will receive time off from regularly scheduled work to attend classes at the Excel Center near the UMB campus. During the program, participants will develop relationships with staff and fellow students to encourage your progress and academic progress. UMB currently has five scholars who are earning their degrees and one who has graduated.
The program offers drop-in daycare, embedded job training, transportation assistance, and life coaches to help you manage your work/class/life balance. To take the first step, please reach out to The Success Office.
CELEBRATING SUCCESS!
Environmental Services employee Antonio Pennix Jr. becomes the first graduate of Administration & Finance and the Success Office's pilot program. Pennix earned his full high school diploma from the Goodwill Excel Center.
A&F Optimized for Success Search Process
All A&F search committees should complete this training before beginning any new recruitment. This single-session, hourlong search kickoff empowers A&F team members with the knowledge and skills needed to create a successful search process. The training helps mitigate biases and create collective norms to optimize the search process to helping each team to identify, interview, and hire the best candidates.
For more information or to schedule training for your next hiring effort, please contact The Success Office.
QHCM Computer Training
The QHCM Tech Readiness Program is a targeted initiative to prepare staff for the successful implementation of the QHCM (Quantum Human Capital Management) system. The program bridges gaps in digital readiness by combining customized, hands-on training with the deployment of necessary hardware in key locations.
Meet-and-Greet with Dawn M. Rhodes, DBA
All new A&F employees are invited to a quarterly Meet & Greet with Chief Business & Finance Officer and Senior Vice President Dr. Dawn Rhodes. Invitations will be sent to new employees via email.
NEXT SESSION: February 24th, 9:30 - 10:45 AM
For more information, please contact The Success Office.
Employee and Organizational Success Advisory Committee
Your voice matters! The A&F Office of Employee and Organizational Success helps inform and advise on plans and initiatives that will help support all A&F employees. The committee meets monthly, helping ensure that every A&F employee thrives.
If you are interested in getting involved with the committee, contact The Success Office.
Need Help?
Have a question, concern, or situation you'd like to discuss? The Success Office can connect you with a member of the team. Simply fill out this Consultation Request Form.