If you or a dependent are diagnosed with COVID-19 or you are experiencing financial hardship due to the virus or disease, you may now request loans and withdrawals from your 403b or 457b accounts. https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/2020/05/uc-regents-approve-loans-and-withdrawals-from-uc-retirement-savings-program-plans-for-those-impacted-by-covid-19.html
Take 5 Minutes: Review Your Payroll Information
Take five minutes to review personal information such as your home address and tax withholding information in preparation for the Lab’s move to UCPath later this summer. You can also review your tax withholding choices and have your W-2 delivered electronically. https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fhris.lbl.gov%2Fself_service%2Fpersonal%2F&sa=D&sntz=1&usg=AFQjCNGPTexlU5Orl9Nrwf_sIKDegTtS6g
Ask Fidelity! Investment Webinar, June 9 at 10:00 a.m.
Fidelity representatives will answer your questions related to UC retirement, market volatility, investment strategy, minimum required distributions, and other topics. Register ahead of time. https://fmr.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HzJlJybnTdySRbMpRuWk9w
Take 5 Minutes: Review Paycheck Direct Deposit
You have until June 15 to make changes to your paycheck direct deposit information. The Lab will be switching over to UCPath this summer, and any changes to direct deposit information, including new sign-ups, can take from one to two pay cycles to take effect. Learn more at the UCPath website. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/ucpath-lbl-home/take-actions-employee-checklists?authuser=0
Important Changes to UC Benefits Programs for Relief During the Pandemic
To support those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government has issued a rule and guidance allowing employees to make changes to their health plan coverage and more time to complete certain transactions. Read more details. https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/2020/06/important-changes-to-uc-benefits-programs-for-relief-during-the-pandemic.html
Performance Management Process Workshops
Need some tips for writing your self assessment? Want to put your best foot forward in your performance assessment? Participate in this learning module. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/performance-management/learning-modules?authuser=0
Taleo Fluid Recruiting Unavailable Starting June 1
Hiring managers: the Fluid Recruiting user interface in Taleo will be temporarily unavailable effective June 1. The Legacy Recruiting interface will be available until Fluid Recruiting is restored later this year. Click here for tips on using Taleo. https://hrss.lbl.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2017/11/RecruitmentJobAidv2.pdf
New Group for Caregivers: Caregivers Connect
Join UC Berkeley’s Be Well at Work Elder Care Program for Caregivers Connect – a new group for caregivers. The group will meet virtually on the first Tuesday and the third Friday of the month at 11 a.m. Topics will vary and the first topic will be Caregiver Challenges in Light of COVID-19. https://diversity.lbl.gov/2020/05/21/be-well-at-work-new-group-for-caregivers-caregivers-connect/
Virtual Workshops on Performance Management Process
You can learn more about the Lab’s annual performance review process by attending a workshop on either Thursday, May 28 at 3 p.m. or Monday, June 1, at 10:30 a.m. This session, targeted for all new employees and anyone wanting a refresher, will provide an overview, timeline, and resources. https://calendar.google.com/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=MGw5dnU4amQ2czBpdmxsMmtzOGhhY3RjNXAgbGJsLmdvdl80czRycmcxMmw2ZXFnNm5jbWMya3QwdmNnZ0Bn&tmsrc=lbl.gov_4s4rrg12l6eqg6ncmc2kt0vcgg%40group.calendar.google.com
May 22 Webinar on Total Health Nutrition
Kaiser is hosting a nutrition webinar on Friday, May 22, from noon to 1 p.m. The principles of good nutrition, how food can affect our health, highly nutritious foods, and eating behaviors are among the topics that will be discussed. The event is open to all, but space is limited, so sign up soon. https://kponline.webex.com/kponline/k2/j.php?MTID=te23b41e02d44ae80aa4cb5f6502ff070