Human Resource Services collaborates with Academic Media Services (AMS) to provide remote access to training sessions and information. Videostreams are available in Windows Media Version only
Note: Videostreams are intended as self-directed opportunities for personal/professional development. Viewing of these video streams will not be reflected in your training history. Some of the rules and procedures discussed in the following trainings are subject to change. Please check with University resources before relying exclusively on these recorded presentations.
- Accruals, Allocation Adjustments and Reserve Accounts recorded on 3/25/2011
This course takes an in-depth look at the WSU Accruals and Allocation Adjustment Policy and examines how allocation adjustments interact with reserve accounts. - Award Administration: Part 1 - The Basics recorded on 2/10/2012
The first of a four-part series dealing with how to administer an award, this section focuses upon the rules and regulations regarding expenditures imposed by various external and internal entities. - Award Administration: Part 2 - The Forms recorded on 2/24/2012
This section of the series provides instruction on completing the SPAR, ETR, RCAR, EAA, and Subcontract Request forms. - Award Administration: Part 3 - Audits and Audit Issues recorded on 3/9/2012
A presentation by a representative of the Internal Audit Office is included in this section, highlighting high risk areas and tips on how to protect the department.
- Award Administration: Part 4 - Balances, FACTS and Data Warehouse recorded on 4/1/2011
The ultimate objective of this final section of the series is to demonstrate how to use BALANCES, FACTS, and the Data Warehouse to minimize the need for a separate ancillary system. - Basic Talisma Training recorded on 6/17/2009
Talisma is a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool designed to identify, attract, engage, and communicate with prospective and current students. This courses helps academic coordinators set up their Talisma work space and learn the basic terminology and work functions of Talisma. - Beyond the H-1B: Sponsoring Employees with Permanent Residency recorded on 11/17/2010
This course describes WSU's permanent residency sponsorship guidelines with detailed information about the special handling labor certification process, standard labor certification process and outstanding professor/researcher petitions. - Budgeting for Sponsored Projects recorded on 10/15/2010
The first session of this two-part class defines sponsored projects and explain how they differ from other activities. Emphasis is be placed upon OMB Circulars A21 and A110, and direct costs vs. facilities and administrative costs. The second portion focuses on building and reviewing budgets, estimating costs, cost categories, and types of budgets. - Business Policies, Procedures, and Records Retention recorded on 1/5/2007
This workshop discusses how to use the Business Policies and Procedures Manual, how the manual is updated and its history. Records scheduling, records retention and state records requirements are also examined.
- Computer and Network Security Awareness recorded on 6/8/2007
This course highlights best computer security practices - and most common mistakes - to help you protect yourself from hoaxes, spyware, phishing, ID theft, copyright issues, spam, viruses, social engineering. Appropriate WSU policies are also identified.
- Conflict Resolution and Negotiation recorded on 10/5/2011
This course examines the following areas: sources of conflict within the workplace; strategies for dealing with conflict; personal conflict management styles; basic negotiation strategies; basic negotiation scenario constructions.
- Course Scheduling through Rooms recorded on 10/11/2011
This training features a detailed demonstration of how to schedule class sections for upcoming semesters using the Registrar’s Office Online Managements of Scheduling (ROOMS) system. WSU departments must submit their class schedule for the upcoming semesters to the Registrar’s Office using the ROOMS system.
- Dealing with Faculty Personnel Issues recorded on 11/2/2011
This short course examines the WSU faculty disciplinary policy and the issue of research misconduct. Available resources on campus are identified with an emphasis placed upon communication with the Dean.
- Dealing with Staff Personnel Issues recorded on 12/1/2011
Staff personnel issues such as performance evaluation, discipline, Bargaining Units and rules are discussed in this session. - Dealing with Student Issues recorded on 1/25/2012
This workshop focuses on such student issues at WSU as: distance education; the student handbook; student disciplinary policies; handling student complaints; graduate recruiting goals; program assessment; navigating program modifications; and directing issues to the appropriate office.
- Effort Certification and Cost Sharing recorded on 12/9/2011
This workshop describes cost sharing, when it must be documented and reported, and why the federal government requires it. The effort certification form will be discussed in detail and tips for processing these forms at the departmental level will be provided. - Employing H-1B Workers and Immigrant Tracker Training recorded on 11/3/2010
H-1B requirements and process, from case initiation to bringing the H-1B employee on board, are explained in this workshop. Additionally, WSU’s on-line immigration case management system is described.
- EndNote: Beginners Class recorded on 10/2/2009
This workshop covers understanding the EndNote X2 interface, setting preferences, simple and complex sorting, editing references, creating a library, manually entering data, selecting output styles, and exporting references from “Academic Search Complete.” - EndNote: Cite While You Write recorded on 10/30/2009
This session demonstrates how to use EndNote and Microsoft Word to create independent bibliographies, format documents with in-text citations and a bibliography, and how to troubleshoot when you encounter problems using “Cite While You Write.” - F&A Space Survey recorded on 4/17/2009
This training is to assist with the space survey with room type and function distinctions. The distinctions amongst the various Functions are discussed, and how to approach a percentage of time analysis of the use of a room. - F-1 OPT Status and Beyond...Temporary and Permanent Immigration Options after Graduation recorded on 11/9/2010
This course discusses how students can remain in lawful work staus after graduation. Topics include OPT status, O-1, E-3 options, as well as dos and don'ts of employer sponsorship. - Faculty Performance Reviews Recorded on 10/20/2011
Specific topics addressed in this session include pre-tenure reviews, the tenure and promotion process (procedures, timelines, standards) and the Chair's role. - Faculty Recruitment, Mentoring and Retention recorded on 9/24/2008
This workshop addresses faculty recruitment, mentoring and retention at Washington State University. Among the specific topics addressed are the recruitment process, the partner accommodation policy, professional leave and the retirement policy.
- FERPA Roundtable Discussion recorded on 9/10/2009
The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act is a Federal law that seeks to protect the rights of students and to insure the privacy of their education records. This law applies to Washington State University and online training is available through the Office of the Registrar. This roundtable discussion goes beyond the online training and encourages participants to ask the questions and explore the finer points of the law.
- Fuel Card Custodians’ Orientation recorded on 10/25/2011
Comdata fuel cards are used for retail fuel. Before Comdata fuel cards can be issued to departments, Fuel Card Custodians must attend an orientation session. In these sessions the Program Administrator introduces the program, goes over terms of the Card Custodian Agreement, explains the card PIN system and demonstrates the on-line reports and other tools available at the Comdata website.
- Hosting and Employing J-1 Exchange Visitors: Scholars, Students, and student Interns recorded on 10/15/2010
This session covers the unique opportunities and challenges of this new category and discuss the processes that have been put in place by OISS to assist and guide the hosting departments. Topics will include working with OISS, the difference between J-1 and H-1B, process time lines, other WSU offices providing assistance, contracts and termination - Ins and Outs of Contracts recorded on 11/18/2011
This course covers issues that are unique to contracts including contract basics, WSU's standard research agreement, hot topics associated with contracts, and contract close-out. - Leadership and Communication recorded on 9/14/2011
This session in the Department Chairs and Directors Training Workshop series provides a framework through which participants can assess personal leadership styles, learn how differences in leadership styles affect group process and morale, and learn about different communication styles, rapport building, active listening, group and written communication. Also discussed in how to use WSU’s Strategic Plan as a backdrop and convey messages that are clear and compelling.
- Life Cycle of a Sponsored Project recorded on 9/23/2011
This course provides an overview of the grant process and highlights the roles of the principal investigator, the department administrator, the Office of Grant and Research Development and the Sponsored Project Finance Office. - Making the Leap to Professor recorded on 3/30/2011
Recent research suggests that faculty members may have trouble making the leap to full professor. This workshop features discussion and answers to questions about university procedures and expectations for promotion to full professor in this workshop. - Managers Meeting the Challenge
How current is your awareness of key management issues? The Washington State Department of Personnel has produced a video that highlights employment practices routinely encountered by supervisors and managers. Additional resources for use with the video:
User Guide
Ten Things You Need To Know About Managing People
- New Employee Safety Orientation recorded on 3/14/2007
Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) representatives describe various services, programs and resources available to all employees and students of Washington State University.
- Personnel Position Payroll Electronic Routing Management System (PERMS) Training recorded 3/17/2009
PERMS is the electronic version of the Personnel Action Form (PAF) and is used to authorize personnel transactions and communicate employment status to Human Resource Services, Payroll Services, and other central offices for faculty, administrative professional employees, civil service employees, graduate assistants, and employees covered by collective bargaining unit agreements. - Position Control Part 1 and Position Control Part 2 recorded in 2011
This course is designed for those who want to gain a basic understanding of position control. The first section provides an overview of how HEPPS is designed, where to find necessary position information in HEPPS, how forms areroutedandan overview of position control definitions and functions. The second section extends your knowledge of position control through more in-depth discussion and application of position control policies and procedures, including more challenging Position Action forms and more hands-on exercises.
- Proposal Submission, Review, and Acceptance recorded on 10/28/2011
This workshop provides insight into the proposal submission process including application kits and physical requirements of proposals along with the internal policies and procedures of the Office of Grant and Research Development. - Public Records and Records Requests recorded on 1/5/2007
This course is designed to acquaint managers with the basics of the Public Records Law, the types of records that are public and must be produced, the new WSU policy relating to public records, the process for responding thereto and the university Public Records Officer.
- Regaining Our Balance and Moving Forward recorded on 9/22/2009
This special session provides suggestions and strategies for working collaboratively to overcome consequences of the 2009 budget fallout. The goal is one of facilitating adjustment and promoting recovery for our university community. - Research Administration Update recorded on 10/7/2011
This course provides an update into new and emerging issues related to award processing and management at WSU. It is intended for those new to research administration as well as those needing to brush up on emerging issues. Topics include new forms and availability of online entry and processing, information on improved databases and workflow processing, and policy and procedure updates.
- Research Compliance Overview recorded on 1/13/2012
This class provides an overview of the major regulations that affect research. Topics to be addressed include human subjects, biological materials, animals, conflicts of interest, export controls and others. The Presidential Committees that oversee these areas of research will also be discussed. - Retirement Supplementation recorded on 4/5/2010
WSURP Participants (also commonly referred to as the TIAA-CREF Plan) who have reached age 62 may be eligible for a supplemental retirement income benefit. During this presentation you will learn more about retirement supplementation including how the supplementation amount is calculated.
- Safe Driving Habits: A State of Mind
This loss prevention video for state employees who drive State Motor Pool, agency owned or privately owned vehicles on state business promotes safe driving to reduce vehicle incidents, crashes, and claims. This is an excellent orientation training tool for new state employees with driving duties to set the tone about the importance of driving safety. - State Ethics Law and Whistleblower Act for Supervisors recorded on 1/4/2007
Beginning with an overview ofthe State Ethics Law and the Whistle-blower Act, this class features issues and discussion of particular interest to supervisors and managers. The Ethics in Public Service requirements found in RCW 42.52 and WAC 292 are examined, as well as the use of state resources, conflicts of interest, receipt of gifts and confidential information. - Summer Session PERMS Training/Refresher recorded on 3/26/2010
There are additional steps for entering Summer Session PERMS appointments. This training includes how to enter Summer Session appointments in PERMS and a review of Summer Session salary calculation policies. - Supervisor as Motivator recorded on 2/9/2007
This class provides an overview of the determinants of behavior and the different theories of motivation, including a discussion on the importance of recognizing and rewarding employees.
- Supervisor as Safety Manager recorded on 3/14/2007
This supervisory training course focuses on the new employee safety checklist, the Supervisors' Safety Manual, WSU's Accident Prevention Program and the supervisor's roles in performing inspections and reporting and investigating accidents. - Tenure and Promotion recorded on 10/5/2011
This workshop answers questions about all aspects of faculty performance reviews and is designed for any faculty member who has an interest in the issues of tenure and promotion, particularly those who are just beginning their careers at WSU or who will come up for an important evaluation soon. - Time Report Training recorded on 3/8/2010
This course provides information on leave accruals, accurate time reporting, how to document overtime and much, much more. Participants have the opportunity to practice the steps that help accurately maintain time reports and understand how critical accurate time reporting is. Tips and Strategies for Communicating with Non-Native English Speakers in the University Workplace recorded on 11/16/2010
This workshop features strategies for effective oral communications between native speakers of English and non-native speakers of English in a variety of settings.
Tips on Improving Research recorded on 1/21/2009
This course provides an overview of WSU as a Research University. It describes the role of the Office of Research as well as the relationship of WSU and the Washington State University Foundation. Also included is an overview of the programs and priorities regarding research and scholarship stimulation, as well as program implementation.
Tips on Improving Teaching and Advising recorded on 12/4/2008
This informal and interactive session includes discussion of the Guide for Elevating Performance. The Guide provides a tool to assess and improve performance. Also included is information on advising and a look at some of the tools for students and faculty that became beginning Spring 2008 semester.
Travel: State Contract for Car Rentals recorded on 12/9/2010
This class presents information on how use of State Contract 03710 could reduce costs and increase value for the traveler
Understanding Diversity, Ethics and Workplace Harassment recorded on 2/10/2011
A review of the offices and services provided by Washington State University's Division of Student Affairs, Equity and Diversity to departments is addressed in this course. WSU's Workplace Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Policy is also reviewed, as well as the State Ethics Law with an emphasis upon the appropriate use of resources and conflicts of interest.
- Understanding Facilities and Administration Costs recorded on 4/15/2011
This course provides insight into the purpose and use of facilities and administrative costs charged to sponsored projects. It address the importance of collecting those costs and Washington State University’s policy on exceptions to sponsors. - University Budgets - Management and Processes recorded on 3/22/2012
This session acquaints department chairs and directors with University budgets and provides insight into managing departmental and unit budgets. - University Overview; Faculty Recruitment, Mentoring and Retention recorded on 9/1/2011
This workshop provides an overview of Washington State University's structure and academic policies. It also addresses faculty recruitment, mentoring and retention efforts at WSU. Specific topics include University Organization, Faculty Senate, Strategic Plan, Academic Plan, Faculty Manual, acquiring a mentor, the recruitment process, the partner accommodation policy, professional leave and the retirement policy.
- Voluntary Early Retirement Incentive (VERI) Seminar recorded on 4/5/2010
This seminar explains the VERI program for participants of the Washington State University Retirement Plan (also commonly referred to as the TIAA-CREF plan). Employees are encouraged to attend a seminar prior to requesting a individual meeting with HRS personnel. - Voluntary Retirement Incentive Program Seminar (VRIP-DRS) recorded on 2/24/2010
The Office of Financial Management (OFM) and the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) approved the Voluntary Retirement Incentive Program (VRIP) for participants in the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). This session describes the program. - WA State Destination-Based Sales Tax Changes recorded on 4/22/2008
Effective July 1, 2008, the State of Washington will change how sales tax will be calculated. These changes affect both sellers and buyers. This course describes the sweeping changes.
- Working with Regional Campuses recorded on 3/2/2011
This workshop represents an opportunity to engage in a conversation about the challenges and opportunities posed by WSU's multi-campus system. The presenters will provide their perspectives on some key areas and seek a participatory session with attendees.
