Well Wisconsin Radio – Let’s Talk Weight Management

If you are looking for well-being tips and advice from local experts, Well Wisconsin Radio is the podcast for you!

January Episode: Let’s Talk Weight Management

During this month’s episode of Well Wisconsin, WebMD’s health coaches talk about weight management, common barriers to weight loss, and WebMD’s Positively Me coaching program. Also explore other areas of well-being focus on other than the number on the scale, and strategies to help you feel your best.

Listen HERE!

You can listen to Well Wisconsin Radio podcast on Apple Podcast and Spotify!

NOTE to those eligible for the 2025 Well Wisconsin Incentive, two episodes of Well Wisconsin Radio from season 4, dated November 2024 and later, will qualify for well-being activity credit.

Assistant Professor – Human Resources

The Department of Marketing and Management at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay seeks applicants for a tenure-track position in Human Resource Management. The Austin E. Cofrin School of Business values university-level teaching experience, the ability to teach a variety of human resource management classes at the undergraduate and graduate level, engagement in institutional, community, and professional service, and experience working in the world of business. Applicants with SHRM certifications are encouraged to apply.

The successful applicant will contribute to an academic unit which is growing in enrollment with programs in Marketing, Management, and Human Resource Management. The Austin E. Cofrin School of Business enrolls a large portion of our growing university’s students. The college and departmental connections to the region and its business community are extensive.

This position will be responsible for enhancing UW-Green Bay’s mission-driven inclusive teaching efforts and creating and maintaining an educational environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates those with diverse identities, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds.

For more information and full position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, March 2, 2025.

Nutritional Science Research Professor

The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay seeks applicants for a research professor position in Nutritional or Food Science. This position reports to the Department Chair of Human Biology. This position will initially be supported through a transformational donation of $2 million from Christopher and Susan Salm and will complement the efforts of UW-Green Bay to position Phoenix Innovation Park as a research hub in Northeastern Wisconsin.  This dedicated research professor position will allow UW-Green Bay to collaborate with community partners that are part of the dynamic agriculture, food, and nutrition industries that contribute substantially to the regional economy.

This position will be responsible for enhancing UW-Green Bay’s mission to create and maintain an educational environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates those with diverse identities, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds.

For more information and full position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, February 16, 2025

Supervisory Essentials Noncredit Certificate – Spring 2025

The Division of Continuing Education and Community Engagement is pleased to offer the Supervisory Essentials Certificate to any UW-Green Bay supervisor who is seeking professional development. The next cohort for this program begins on February 6, 2025!

A certificate program designed for new leaders and frontline team supervisors, seeking to influence, inspire and help others be their best selves. Help your team pull together in meaningful ways to propel projects forward. Gain the skills and confidence needed to empower others and yourself and contribute to an organization’s growth and mission. Supervisors can complete this program with only $399 in expenses for materials and other items charged to their departmental funds. Supervisors are encouraged to discuss the cost with Division Heads/Area Leaders if funding is a barrier to participation. There is no limit to the amount of supervisors who are able to enroll.

To earn the UW-Green Bay Supervisory Leadership Certificate participants must complete eight courses:

February 6 – Core Course: Understanding Your Strengths to Lead Others (9:30 am – 12:30 pm)

February 20 – Topic Course: Developing an Adaptive Leadership Mindset (9:30 am – 12:30 pm)

March 6 – Topic Course: Helping Your Team Achieve Organizational Management (9:30 am – 12:30 pm)

March 27 – Topic Course: The Roadmap to High Performing Teams (9:30 am – 12:30pm)

April 10 – Topic Course: Conflict Resolution Rather than Toxic Drama (9:30 – 12:30)

April 24 – Capstone Course:  Developing an Action Plan (9:30 am – 12:30 pm)

Classes will be held on Zoom.

Full course descriptions can be found at this link: Supervisory Essentials – Certificate Programs – UW-Green Bay (uwgb.edu)

If you have questions about the Supervisory Leadership Certificate Program or would like to enroll, please contact Christopher Ledvina at ledvinch@uwgb.edu or (920) 465-2164.

Please visit the Supervisor Toolkit for more information regarding professional development opportunities for supervisors.

January Issue: Employee Engagement Newsletter

Check out the January issue of our Employee Engagement Newsletter! This newsletter focuses, specifically, on employee engagement at the university with new ideas and reminders on how you can incorporate opportunities within your departments/teams. Each issue will feature an Employee Spotlight section as well. If you are interested in being featured in the newsletter, please reach out to hr@uwgb.edu.

If you missed any of the last issues, check them out here:

May Employee Engagement Newsletter
June Employee Engagement Newsletter
July Employee Engagement Newsletter
August Employee Engagement Newsletter
September Employee Engagement Newsletter
October Employee Engagement Newsletter
November Employee Engagement Newsletter
December Employee Engagement Newsletter

Professional Development Opportunity – Ignacio (Nacho) Enriquez, Jr.

We are excited to announce that we will be welcoming Ignacio (Nacho) Enriquez Jr. to UW-Green Bay on Friday, February 21, 2025 to provide an engaging session on resiliency and rediscovering your purpose, open to all faculty and staff:

Session Topic:

Navigating personal and professional uncertainties can significantly impact a person in higher education, creating both challenges and opportunities for change. This session will explore how daily stressors can lead to burnout and disconnection from our core purpose. We’ll discuss practical self-care strategies and positive psychology approaches tailored for higher education professionals. Attendees are asked to reexamine their internal motivation and redefine their purpose in life. The goal is to equip attendees with tools to not only manage stress but to thrive professionally and personally, ultimately enhancing the educational experience for students and colleagues alike.

Session Details:

      • Date: Friday, February 21, 2025
      • Time: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
      • Location: Christie Theatre in the University Union and via Teams
        • If you will be joining us in person, please RSVP so we ensure we have enough space.

Speaker Bio:

Nacho Enriquez Jr. is a nationally recognized keynote speaker, wellbeing expert, and the leading authority on emotional wellness for first responders, blending nearly two decades of law enforcement experience with a Master of Science in Education specializing in Community Mental Health Counseling. As the founder and president of Ascent Consulting, LLC, Nacho has collaborated with over 25 law enforcement agencies, including the Madison Police Department and the Wisconsin Department of Justice, as well as corporate giants like Plexus Inc. and U.S. Venture Inc., helping professionals in high-pressure roles overcome the emotional toll of their careers. With over 1,300 individual wellness sessions conducted in just two years and a TEDx Talk titled “In Case of Emergency, Listen“, Nacho has established himself as a transformative force in crisis intervention and mental health support. Recognized as one of “Wisconsin’s 36 Most Influential Latino Leaders” and a “Fox Cities Future 15 Young Professional,” he has received multiple service awards and acclaim for his groundbreaking methodology, which empowers individuals to break stigma, seek help, and transform their lives. Nacho’s unique ability to bridge the gap between high-pressure cultures and mental wellness makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant nationwide.

This session is being co-sponsored by the Provost Office and HR/Wellness. We are looking forward to our time with Nacho Enriquez, and hope to see you there!

University Union Custodian

The University Union at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay welcomes your application for consideration for a 1st shift Custodian position. In this important role, you will make an impact on our students, faculty and staff by maintaining the overall appearance and cleanliness of the University Union. This includes but is not limited to cleaning offices, restrooms, meeting rooms, and other building areas; maintaining all floor surfaces including mopping, buffing, vacuuming, shampooing, and refinishing; cleaning windows (inside and outside); cleaning furniture; assisting with furniture, piano and equipment moves as required; stocking restrooms and custodial work areas with necessary supplies and products; waste and recycling removal; snow removal and salting of building entrances. Another aspect of this position is monitoring building security and safety by locking doors after operating hours. This position will be required to drive a State vehicle and travel between work on-campus locations as needed.

For more information and full position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, January 26, 2025

Annual Performance Evaluations for University Staff, Non-Instructional Academic Staff, and Limited Employees

As we begin the new year, it’s time to kick off the annual performance evaluation process for all University Staff, Non-Instructional Academic Staff, and Limited employees for the evaluation period of January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024. These evaluations are crucial for employee engagement and development, providing an opportunity to discuss job performance, set professional development goals, and align objectives with the department’s mission.

Key Points:

    • Evaluation Period:  January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024
    • Deadline:  March 21, 2025
    • Required Form:  Performance Review Form

Resources and Training:

    • Bite-sized Leadership Learning: In 2025, we are launching a new development series for leaders titled “Bite-sized Leadership.” The first topic is Performance Management. Whether you are a new supervisor or an experienced leader in need of a refresher, this training is for you.  Click on the link for more information on dates/times.
    • DocuSign Instructions: Detailed guide for securing signatures on evaluations
    • Performance Management Resources for Supervisors: Short instructional videos available on LinkedIn Learning on the performance assessment process
    • Supervisor Toolkit: Supervisors will find performance management resources in the section titled “Performance Management/Evaluation”.

Eligibility for Pay Adjustments: In accordance with the Compensation & Pay Plan Policy, to be eligible for future pay adjustments, including base rate adjustments and Board of Regents approved pay plans, employees must have satisfactory performance documented on an up-to-date performance evaluation. Supervisors are responsible for ensuring all direct reports have completed evaluations.

Exemptions: Annual performance evaluations are not required for individuals who have had a 6-month evaluation on or after July 1, 2024, or for new employees hired since this date.

For any questions or to schedule one-on-one training, please contact hr@uwgb.edu.

First Nations Student Success Manager

The First Nations Student Success Manager plays a pivotal role in the development, evaluation and implementation of multicultural programs and recruitment efforts in support of underrepresented students’ enrollment and success. Develops internal partnerships in support of program awareness and providing student interventions, as needed.

This position reports to and collaborates closely with the Center for First Nations Education Program Director. In addition to a strong independent initiative, a successful candidate should excel at working with others in the First Nations Studies program, First Nations Education doctoral program and other university departments in the development and management of student programs.

For more information and full position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, January 5, 2025

Continuing Education Specialist

Passionate About Professional Development?  We Need You!

Join our team as a Continuing Education Specialist and play a pivotal role in designing and delivering innovative training programs for mental health and substance use professionals. This position reports to the Behavioral Health Training Partnership Program Director and provides guidance on the planning, design, and development of new professional development opportunities and facilitates cross-departmental communication in support of the establishment of new continuing education programs. Schedules logistics and secures resources for the Behavioral Health Training Partnership, including planning, facilitating, and evaluating trainings and conferences, and may develop and instruct courses for adult mental health and substance use professionals.

For more information and full position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, January 12, 2025