Updates from UBC
- June 29: UBC Broadcast: Announcing the search for a new Vice-President, Finance and Operations
- June 28: UBC Bulletin: UBC to formally adopt hybrid work
- June 27: UBC Broadcast: Masks no longer required in public indoor spaces after June 30
Updates from the VPFO
- Notice of Acting Comptroller July 1-10: Karamjeet Heer, Interim Vice-President, Finance, will be on vacation from July 1-10 inclusive. During her absence, she has designated Matt Boydston, Assistant Comptroller (matt.boydston@ubc.ca), as the “Acting Comptroller”. Karamjeet will resume responsibility as Comptroller effective Monday, July 11th.
- Notice of Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC) July 6-22 & August 2-5: While Lesley Cormack, DVC of UBC Okanagan is on vacation:
- Phil Barker, Vice-Principal, Research (philip.barker@ubc.ca) will be Acting DVC from July 6–22.
- Rehan Sadiq, Provost & Vice-President, Academic pro tem (Rehan.Sadiq@ubc.ca) will be Acting DVC from August 2–5.
For the latest updates for faculty and staff, visit UBC Today.
Updates on UBC’s response to COVID-19 are at covid19.ubc.ca.
Operations updates
Facilities
Building Operations, Custodial Services, Customer Services & Informatics, Energy & Water Services, Infrastructure Development, and Municipal Services
- Construction on campus: The July 2022 Infrastructure Development/ Properties Trust construction project map is now available on the Facilities website.^ Back to Top
Finance
Comptroller, Finance & Operational Excellence and Treasury
- Launching the Lean Six Sigma Community of Practice (CoP): Operational Excellence is launching a Community of Practice (CoP) for Lean Six Sigma Yellow, Green, and Black Belt practitioners across UBC through its first community meeting on August 9. Learn more
- Increase in CRA prescribed interest rate: The CRA Prescribed Interest Rate will increase to 2% effective July 1, 2022. This is the interest rate used to calculate taxable benefits for employees from interest-free and low-interest loans. Learn more
- New contracts available for Executive Search and Recruitment: The agreements with the approved providers will ensure simplified procurement process, access to a prequalified vendor pool of highly recognized executive search firms in BC, and commitment to incorporate UBC EDI values into recruitment processes. Learn more
- Changes to UBC Service Levy: The Services Levy Notices issued in 2022 will be due on August 8, 2022. Read about the payment options available for the community.
Operations & Advising
Communications & Engagement, Human Resources, and Safety & Risk Services
- Updated COVID-19 Campus Rules: The COVID-19 Campus Rules have recently been updated to align with the latest requirements from UBC. There is now no general requirement to wear a face covering on UBC Premises, except in certain clinical healthcare settings, or while carrying out certain clinical healthcare activities on UBC Premises. Learn more
- Photos of our new interim leaders, John Metras & Karamjeet Heer now available on Flickr: We recently captured photos of John and Karamjeet working together to steward the university’s finance and operations. View the VPFO Flickr to see the collection.
People in motion
Please join us in welcoming those who are joining us, celebrating promotions, and saying goodbye to team members who are moving on to their next steps.
- Safety & Risk Services welcomes Steve MacGregor as Manager, PIA Operations & Engagement in PrISM, and Rosanna Ma as Occupational Health & Safety Associate today.
- Gloria Santos joins Custodial Services within Facilities as Service Worker.
- Grace Dimaculangan joins the ISC in Finance & Operational Excellence as Quality Assurance Tester, ISC Application Sustainment today.
- Infrastructure Development within Facilities is pleased to welcome Craig Bissell in the role of Project Manager today, and Jason Asnis as Associate Project Manager on July 15.
VPFO 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:
- Utility Worker (JR8326) – 7/6/2022
- Trades 2 – Carpenter (JR8417) – 7/7/2022
- Utility Worker (JR8448) – 7/11/2022
- Buyer (JR8464) – 7/12/2022
- Finance Support Analyst (JR8485) – 7/12/2022
- Labourer 3 (JR8504) – 7/12/2022
- Trades 2 – Carpenter (JR8495) – 7/15/2022
- Trades 2 – Bricklayer (JR8528) – 7/15/2022
- Leave of Absence Representative (JR8507) – 7/19/2022
- Student Litter Picker-1 (JR8420) – 7/18/2022
- Service Centre Coordinator (JR8497) – 7/25/2022
Don’t forget to apply as an internal candidate! Please review the Apply for an Internal Job Posting guide 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.
Other notable updates
Explore UBC this summer with Sarah Goold, our Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis from Treasury
Sarah Goold, Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis and UBC alumna, created a series of maps to help team members across Treasury get to know our beautiful campus better — and we thought you may be interested too!
“We work on such a unique and beautiful campus,” said Sarah. “My goal is to inspire people to find more creative ways to connect with their teams.”
To celebrate the arrival of summer, a perfect time to get out with your teammates and explore our beautiful campus, we’ll be sharing these resources in our newsletters over the next few weeks — starting with a map of things to do with your team.
Read the full article on the VPFO website
Be a 2022 Campaign Champion
UBC United Way is looking for ambassadors for their annual campaign! As a Campaign Champion, you’ll help raise awareness and shape the vision and goal of the UBC campaign in your unit.
Running from October to December, the UBC United Way Campaign is an annual workplace campaign that creates opportunities for UBC staff, faculty, and community members to connect, network and raise funds for a great cause.
Learn more or sign up to become a Campaign Champion
Sun Life transitioning to new a Pharmacy Benefits Manager
Sun Life is transitioning its Pharmacy Benefits Manager, which is responsible for processing and paying prescription drug claims under your Extended Health Benefits plan, from Telus Health to Express Scripts Canada effective September 2022.
Just launched – new Positive Space: Foundations course
The new Positive Space: Foundations course is your resource hub for promoting and practicing inclusivity towards sexual and gender diversity.
Learn about amatonormativity, what to do if you misgender a friend, and how you can engage in respectful interactions related to names, pronouns and inclusive language.
Helpful news
Some interesting news articles our team members have found informative, helpful, or fun! These are provided for information and entertainment only. Unless noted, UBC doesn’t specifically endorse or supply this content.
- Small actions make great leaders. Leadership has traditionally been taught as a set of larger actions, such as coaching someone — this Harvard Business Review article argues that in reality, leading well is an integrated activity, in which one is doing many things simultaneously. Read more
- From Evo Summer Cinema Series at Stanley Park, VCBW Craft Beer Week Festival and more, here are 20 fantastic things to keep you busy from July 4 to 10 in Metro Vancouver. Have fun!
Managing your mental health
HR has collected mental health resources to help you manage your ups and downs. Our VPFO HR staff is always available for a confidential conversation. Refer to this service map to connect with the HR Advisor supporting your area.
- July 6: Self and Community Care Workshop: Building Skills to Manage Stress
- Self-guided: Wellbeing in the Workplace
- Self-guided: Preventing Burnout: Managing stress, emotions and our tendency to give
To view more workshops, webinars and events visit the HR event listing.
Faculty and staff now have a dedicated phone line to access the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) confidential services, through LifeWorks, by calling 1-866-424-0770.