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STAFF DEVELOPMENT / TRAINING

Training Policy:

Staff are encouraged to take advantage of available training and educational opportunities. A variety of course announcements of available training opportunities are circulated periodically. Department of Personnel (DOP) training opportunities are also available. Class schedules are located in the Old Main Administrative Office, on the Training Bulletin Board, which is located outside of the Residential Life Supervisors office. You can also access this information on line at www.dop.wa.gov/training. If you wish to take advantage of a training or educational opportunity which is job-related, you should notify your supervisor. Approved DOP training can be schedule through the Human Resources office.

Tuition fee waivers for state employees are offered at participating colleges and universities. You will need to contact the institution directly for application and policy.

Tuition reimbursement is given for job related or pre-approved career plan classes. Tuition reimbursement request forms are located in this section and are available from the Business Office. Completed forms should be sent to the Business Office for processing payment.

Professional Development funds: Staff can apply for $300 annually for professional development funds, with the opportunity to apply for residual amounts of unused funds up to $1500. These funds are intended to assist each employee in professional growth activities. Forms and additional information on professional development funds are located in this section.

Promotion Opportunities:

WSSB employees are eligible to apply for other positions as they become available. Open positions will be posted on the bulletin board in the old main office, which is located outside of the Receptionist’s office and on the WSSB web site. Announcements will also be sent to all staff via e-mail. Employees who believe they meet the qualification of the open position should contact the Human Resources office for information on how to apply. The bulletin board also has postings for other open positions within the Washington State System and from outside agencies. Application information should be directed to the hiring agency listed on the announcement. Contact Human Resources if you have any questions.

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STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING

Training:

Staff are encouraged to take advantage of training and educational opportunities. Department of Personnel (DOP) classes are available online at www.dop.wa.gov/training. Notify your supervisor to take advantage of a training or class.

Tuition waivers for state employees are offered at participating colleges and universities. You will need to contact the admissions office directly for application and policy.

Professional Development funds: Staff can apply for $300 per year for admission or tuition fees. By June 1^st you may apply for additional tuition refund up to $1500. Forms are located in the Business Office and must be submitted to your supervisor for approval.

Employment Opportunities at WSSB:

Open positions will be sent to all employees via e-mail. Employees who are interested in applying for the open position should contact the Human Resources office.