Updates from UBC
Updates from VPFO
- Thanks again for joining us in the “We are the VPFO” team event on May 31: Team members had the opportunity to hear from our VP, Frank Laezza, connect with colleagues across the portfolio — and enter a raffle for lunch with Frank! Last week, on a sunny afternoon, Frank and the lucky winners met up and got to know each other better over lunch. We look forward to more opportunities to connect in the future!
Operations updates
Facilities
Building Operations, Custodial Services, Customer Services & Informatics, Energy & Water Services, Infrastructure Development, and Municipal Services
- x̌əl sic snpax̌nwixʷtn: The future of collaborative teaching and research at UBC Okanagan: In January 2023, the En’owkin Centre generously gifted UBC Okanagan with an Nsyilxcn name for the former Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Innovation (ICI) Building, currently under construction. Learn more about what the name means and how to pronounce it.
Finance
Comptroller, Financial Operations & Integrated Services, and Treasury
- UBC Investment Management Performance Results 2022-23: UBC Investment Management is pleased to release FY22-23 performance highlights on behalf of the funds the firm manages: the UBC Main Endowment Pool and the UBC Staff Pension Plan. Read more
- Read the 2023 Endowment update: Every year, the university provides a summary report for each endowed fund to the designated donor contact. Read the report
- Celebrating the successful delivery of Workday Adaptive training: The training, which began on June 8, was designed to support the community in the university’s transition to Workday’s Adaptive Planning for financial budgeting & forecasting. Learn more
Operations & Advising
Communications & Engagement, Human Resources, VPFO Project Management Office, and Safety & Risk Services
- Bargaining updates: We are pleased to share that the University and CUPE 2278 and AAPS have reached tentative agreements. View all bargaining updates on the UBC HR website.
- Our emergency travel assistance provider is changing: From July 1, our emergency travel assistance provider through the UBC benefits plan, will change from Allianz to Global Excel Management. Learn about what this change means to you and what you need to do on the UBC HR website.
- Heat stress awareness: As the temperatures rise, learn how to identify signs and symptoms, the risks related to heat-related illnesses and how to protect yourself by completing the Heat Stress Awareness course. It is important to recognize the signs and symptoms early on so that more serious heat disorders can be prevented. Learn more about thermal stress safety.
- Photos of the UBC Vancouver Emergency Operations Centre (UBCV EOC): An EOC is a predesignated location where people come together to manage the response to a major emergency. See new photos of Safety & Risk Services' Emergency Management team at the UBCV EOC.
The VPFO consists of individuals doing important work to support the university. Our people bring our strategy to life and make our plans into reality. Read more about the people of the VPFO.
Shout outs
- Special thanks to the Facilities teams who responded to the large water intrusion in Buchanan A on June 29. Eight service workers worked together to extract the water from the space and install dehumidifiers and air movers. Kudos to the quick response by Building Operations' Plumbers to triage the ruptured coil repair over to the Building Operations Steamfitter.
- Applying his extensive experience with Workday and Workday Reports, Nathan Miller, Report Developer has been able to identify problem areas and proposed innovative solutions to make processes and delivery better. Great work!
- A big thank you to Tony Boyce and his team in Building Operations for the quick response and repair of the broken tarp roller at the UBC Tennis Centre. Their problem-solving enabled the tarps to be collected on schedule and ensured the Tennis Centre could resume operations on time.
Well done! Want to give someone a shout out in the next edition? Submit your kudos in your local recognition program or email communications@vpfo.ubc.ca
People in motion
- Rick Verwold joins Building Operations in Facilities as Trades 3 - Electrician.
- Eva Cheung, previously Manager, Payroll Services and Analytics in Payroll Operations, is joining the Integrated Service Centre (ISC) as Manager, Cross-Functional Product Sustainment and Support today.
Read more about our people on the VPFO website.
Job openings
All positions at UBC are available on the UBC HR Careers website, or through the career application in your Workday account. Please note that applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the day prior to the posting end date. The following VPFO positions are currently open:
- Trades 2 - Secure Access Tech (JR13273) – 7/13/2023
- Workday Security Administrator (JR13235) – 7/8/2023
- Safety Associate - Faculty of Medicine (JR13467) – 7/10/2023
- Manager, Threat Assessment Program (JR13498) – 7/12/2023
- Energy Conservation Engineer (Term - 13 Months with a possibility of extension) (JR13580) – 7/13/2023
- Utilities Manager (JR12801) – 7/14/2023
- Millwright (JR13319) – 7/17/2023
- Trades 3 - Electrician (1 Position) (JR13475) – 7/24/2023
- HR Specialist, Attendance & Accommodations (JR13592) – 7/26/2023
- Functional Finance Analyst (JR13601) – 7/28/2023
Don't forget to apply as an internal candidate! Please review Apply for an Internal Job Posting in the Workday Knowledge Base for instructions on how to apply. Reminder to attach a copy of your resume when you apply for a career opportunity in Workday.
We are the VPFO: Spotlight
Each week, we'll meet another member of the VPFO as they introduce themselves and their work.
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Gilberto Andrade, Senior Materials Resource Coordinator | Municipal Services
I am Green Belt certified by the American Society for Quality (ASQ) and most recently PMP certified! I believe in continuous improvement because it encourages everyone to constantly explore new ways to improve our processes. Check out how you too can make incremental changes through Lean Six Sigma: pmo.vpfo.ubc.ca/training
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Let's get to know each other better! If you or someone you know are interested in being our next spotlight, email communications@vpfo.ubc.ca
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Notable updates
Enjoy Yoga on the Mall every Wednesday this summer
This summer, join us for weekly outdoor yoga on campus. Join our certified yoga teachers for a Hatha style practice for all ages and levels. Everyone is welcome to join. Bring your own water bottle and mat or blanket — or practice on the grass.
Learn more
EDI: UBC launches training course on Indigenous understanding for faculty and staff
Weaving Relations, a new online training course, is now available to faculty and staff. This course explores Indigenous histories, people and contexts, through the lens of Indigenous-Canadian relationships.
Learn more
UBC Blueberry Fest | July 26 @ 9:00 am - July 28 @ 1:00 pm
Enjoy live music, blueberry baked goods, pancake breakfast with Ethical Bean coffee and more at the UBC Bookstore Plaza. Remember to bring your own containers, mugs and totes for your blueberry goodies.
Learn more
Join us for UBC Chef Challenge | July 27, 2023
Join your competitors: UBC Food Services, Nest Catering and Conferences, Jamjar Canteen and Koerner’s Pub, as each chef team competes for your vote with their picnic-inspired canapé, perfectly paired with a local craft beer.
General entry tickets start at $27 per person and includes entry, four chef-crafted canapés, a special dessert, and four different sample size craft beers (or the option of a non-alcoholic beverage).
Learn more
Helpful news
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