Benefits You May Not Know About

Ergonomics Instruction:

Facilities and Services offers a program that discusses ergonomic issues in the office. Topics include chair design, computer set up, lighting, and office arrangement. Classes are held throughout the fall and spring semesters, and information is available at: http://www.fs.uiuc.edu/Template5.cfm?page=oshsergonomics&IDList=54,56,86. Contact Occupational Safety and Health (oshs@uiuc.edu) for details.

Training opportunities:

Workshops and seminars on a variety of topics are available throughout the year. Costs are low and frequently covered by your unit or group; talk to your supervisor.

	FAST3 (http://www.oir.uiuc.edu/fast3/Default.htm) provides hands-on computer training on topics like Web design, Microsoft Office products, and Adobe graphic design products.
	Center for Training and Professional Development (www.trainingcenter.illinois.edu) offers general and customized programs on topics like leadership, project management, and problem solving.
	For supervisors and managers, Academic Human Resources (http://www.ahr.uiuc.edu/staffandservices/TrainingDevelopment.htm) offers training on performance review policies, appointment policies, and employee relations.

Professional development fund:

Awards from the Academic Professional Development Fund (http://www.provost.uiuc.edu/resources/Staff/index.html) are available. They are meant to support APs in their efforts to keep up-to-date in their respective fields. Awards may be used for conferences and seminars and associated travel expenses. They are for as much as $1,000.

Flextime:

Flexible schedules that consist of a compressed workweek or non-standard hours are allowed, but they are available only at your unit's discretion. If you are interested in a flexible schedule, discuss establishing one with your supervisor.

Tuition waivers and auditing classes