Our goal is to create a supportive, engaging, and dynamic work environment that empowers staff to engage, develop, grow, and excel through learning and development, performance management, and strategic alignment. We are working to develop four leader-focused development programs to strengthen our leadership culture.
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Supervisor Success Program
We are excited to announce the launch of our Supervisor Success Program, designed to empower and enhance the skills of entry-to-mid-level supervisors. This program offers an excellent opportunity for supervisors to develop essential supervisory skills, engage in meaningful work-based projects, develop their teams, collaborate with peers, and align with the university’s strategic goals. The Supervisor Success Program will equip entry-to-mid-level supervisors with the essential skills, knowledge, and tools needed to excel in their roles. The program will cover a broad range of topics and competencies across three key modules: Values-Driven Supervision, Leading High-Performing Teams, and Organizational Alignment.
Key modules:
- Values-Driven Supervision
- Leading High-Performing Teams
- Organizational Alignment
The program will run August 2024 - March 2025:
- Duration: ~50 hours of professional development, coaching, and training over 7 months
- Cost: $300
- Structure:
- Pre-work & self-paced learning
- Individual & team coaching
- Two half-day (4-hour), and three full-day (8-hour) sessions
- Outcome-based Applied Learning Activities
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Eligibility/Nomination Guidelines:- Supervises at least 1 direct report
- Does not manage managers
- New to Rice or supervision
- Need foundational supervisory skills
To nominate a supervisor, email their name and netID to OTD@rice.edu by July 25, 2024. Please note enrollment in this program is limited to 100 participants.
- Benefits of the Supervisor Success Program
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For Supervisors
- Increased confidence in leadership roles
- Improved self-awareness
- Enhanced communication
- Improved team performance and morale
For the Organization
- Stronger leadership pipeline
- Improved employee engagement and retention
- Foundation for strengthening Rice's leadership
- Enhanced focus on performance and strategic outcomes
- Supervisor Success Information Sessions
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Join our Supervisor Success Information Sessions at the link and times below to learn more about the Supervisor Success Program.
Zoom Link for Information Sessions
Dates and Times:
- 22 July 24, 10-10:30 AM
- 23 July 24, 10-10:30 AM
- FAQ
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1. Is this program mandatory?
- No, but it is highly recommended for entry to mid-level supervisors.
2. Do I need to be a supervisor to attend?
- Yes, the course requires the attendee to supervise at least one employee.
3. Do I need to attend all sessions?
- Yes, attendance is mandatory for all sessions to ensure full program benefits.
4. Is my manager's approval required to attend?
- Yes, the program is delivered over several months and requires commitment from both the attendee and their manager.
5. How much does the program cost? Who is responsible for paying the fee?
- $300 is the cost of the program. Fees must be paid by the department before the program start date.
6. Is there an enrollment limit for this program?
- Yes, the program is limited to 100 participants. Nominations over 100 will be waitlisted.
7. Will the program be offered in the future?
- Yes, the program will be offered annually.
For more information, email us at OTD@rice.edu
- Contact Information
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Email: OTD@rice.edu