Professional Development, Training & Travel
Definition:
Professional development, training and travel are organizationally sanctioned activities that provide individuals with resources in support of their efforts to acquire knowledge and skill in the key competencies that will enable them to perform current or future job responsibilities.
How to Apply:
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Select your professional development or training of choice.
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See Training Resources for some sources.
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Choose appropriate funding and application form: See Library Funds for Development, Training and Travel for an explanation of the various funding sources, links to guidelines and forms to apply. Approval is forwarded to team leader and team accountant.
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Request approval from team and team leader for time away from work:
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Professional Leave Policy: All permanent part-time and full-time staff are eligible to take up to 24 days paid Professional Leave (PL) to attend conferences or workshops or to prepare for presentations or the writing of publications.
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Follow the specified approval process appropriate to your position.
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Fill out a the appropriate Travel/Development Request Form, even if funding is not requested (for insurance purposes).
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Complete an Exception Slip and receive prior approval for your leave.
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All dean's reports also need to complete the Request for Leave Form.
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Make travel arrangements. Work with team accountant or team administrative assistant.
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See Travel Resources for helpful links and information.
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Submit receipts to team accountant or team administrative assistant for reimbursement: Make sure you understand all registration and purchasing/reimbursement procedures by checking the LSST-ABaC$ site under Travel.
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