This is a reminder that the Spring Holiday, which would be observed on Friday, April 7, is now designated as a floating holiday for System Office staff. The System Office will be open on April 7. We have had several questions about how to administer the floating...
For System Office Staff
“Support and Serve” – System Office Volunteer Opportunities
During the month of April – National Volunteer Month – we encourage all employees to lend their time and talents to a cause of your choice, to organize a work team or group to volunteer or to participate in a System Office-organized event. It’s an opportunity to...
Breathe through the stress and inch closer to calm
Embrace the present with Ginger. As we enter Stress Awareness Month in April, we’re leaning into the evolution of our emotions, including the stickier ones like stress. Oh, stress. It’s uncomfortable; it’s overwhelming; it takes a toll on our bodies and our minds....
Now Launching: New Hiring Process for Permanent Employees
One of our goals in setting up the internal System Office HR team was to review and refine our procedures to ensure that we provide the best possible service to our customers – namely you, our System Office colleagues. In that regard, I am pleased to announce that we...
Looking to the Future? Join a Pre-Retirement Workshop
System Office HR will conduct two virtual workshops on April 20 - one for TSERS participants, one for ORP participants - to provide key retirement readiness information, materials, and resources to better prepare you for your future financial retirement needs. Reserve...
Have you used Ginger yet?
Last October, we introduced a new mental health benefit called Ginger, which gives you easy access to confidential, emotional and mental health support. If you haven’t had a chance to check it out yet, it’s not too late! As you can see, many employees have not only...
HR Update: SHRA Grievance Policy Revisions
We wanted to make you aware of some changes to our University SHRA Grievance Policy. Most of these changes are procedural and have been made to maintain alignment with revisions to the Office of State Human Resources’ grievance policy for SHRA employees. The new...
Miles for Wellness: Road to the Stanley Cup
The Miles for Wellness Challenge 27: "Road to the Stanley Cup" begins on March 13 and runs through May 7. This exciting walking challenge, run by the Office of State Human Resources, will virtually take you from Washington, DC's Capital One Arena to 20 amazing...
Good Nights, Better Days: Reset your rest with healthy sleep habits
Ever have one of those nights where you just can’t seem to fall asleep? Join a Ginger workshop on Thursday, March 16, where coaches will provide strategies to help you quiet your mind before bed, create the conditions for a restful night, and learn how to sleep well...
Special Life Insurance Adjustment Period
The University of North Carolina (UNC) System is committed to offering best-in-class benefit options that provide financial security for all University faculty and staff and their dependents while maintaining the financial stability of the plan. As previously...