HR Training for People Leaders
To help TTUHSC leaders learn more about HR processes and institutional systems, the TTUHSC Division of Human Resources now coordinates several facilitated training opportunities. Each of the following sessions is offered virtually by HR leadership for those who are interested in gaining a better understanding of how to navigate HR-related topics and administrative procedures.
Understanding ADA
An overview of the Accommodation Request process, manager responsibilities, and HR’s involvement in the process.
Understanding FMLA
An overview of FMLA, the process for requesting FMLA, administrative procedures, and employee & manager responsibilities.
Understanding Leave
An overview of the various state leave benefits available to HSC employees.
Understanding Leave Pools
An overview of Sick Leave Pool (SLP) and Family Leave Pool (FLP), including eligibility guidelines and administrative procedures.
Discipline and Documentation
How to effectively address and document performance gaps and common mistakes to avoid.
Annual Performance Review Platform and Feedback
Learn how to use the performance review application and how to provide insightful, constructive comments to facilitate productive performance conversations.
Manager QuickStart Program
The Division of Human Resources is thrilled to introduce the Manager QuickStart Program – a new initiative designed to provide people leaders of all levels with a comprehensive foundation of essential management skills and knowledge of university-specific processes. This program was designed for newly-hired supervisors or recently promoted individuals with managerial responsibilities, but all TTUHSC leaders are welcome and encouraged to join. This multi-part series is offered virtually via Zoom and each course may be taken in any order.
Roles and Responsibilities
Gain a solid understanding of the varied roles and responsibilities of people leaders at TTUHSC.
Managing People and Teams
Discover programs and strategies to lead teams and support individual growth and well-being.
Finance for Managers
Delve into financial systems and policies, including an overview of the budget cycle and purchasing guidelines.
HR Systems
Get a quick overview of the HR processes all TTUHSC people leaders need to know.
Retention Strategy Series
This training series will equip leaders with the essential tools and techniques to foster engagement, satisfaction and growth within their team. Each module of the Retention Strategy Series is meticulously crafted to provide actionable insights, practical strategies, and engaging conversations to drive real results. This multi-part series is offered virtually via Zoom. While the modules build upon each other, each course can be enjoyed as a stand-alone learning opportunity.
Part 1 | Feedback Conversations
Gain the knowledge and skills to navigate feedback conversations effectively to build a culture of continuous learning, growth, and excellence.
Part 2 | Stay Conversations
Discover the art of conducting stay conversations to proactively address employee concerns, enhance job satisfaction, and retain top talent.
Part 3 | Career Conversations
Delve into facilitating meaningful career conversations that empower employees to pursue aspirations, achieve work-life balance, and thrive in a motivating culture.
Part 4 | GROW Conversations
Learn essential positive coaching skills and strategies, including how to utilize the GROW (Goal, Reality, Options, What) model to facilitate meaningful discussions.
Part 5 | Embracing Flexible Work
Discover how flexible work arrangements can benefit both individual employees and TTUHSC as a whole while contributing to a thriving workforce.
Part 6 | Onboarding Essentials
Discover how to create an onboarding plan (using practical advice and actionable tips) to support new hires through their first year, starting from day one.
"This training provided me with the tools to help me feel more confident in having meaningful conversations that would highlight team member's individual needs and ways to support their goals."
Participant, Retention Strategy Series
SELF-PACED, ON-DEMAND COURSES
Annual Performance Evaluations: System Tutorials and Other Insights
Based on feedback from hundreds of team members over multiple years, TTUHSC Human Resources has created a new performance evaluation system, which launched in January 2026.
Performance Evaluation Training for Supervisors
Learn how to use the new performance evaluation system and provide insightful, constructive comments to facilitate productive performance conversations.
Performance Evaluation Training for Team Members
Learn how to navigate the new performance evaluation system and self-review template to actively participate in performance conversations.
Mastering the Hiring Workflow: A Comprehensive Guide
For those overseeing hiring activities, Human Resources has developed an in-depth guide to administering an effective recruitment, as well as detailed information about how to use the BrassRing platform.