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Wednesday, October 1 at 9:30 AM
Presenters: Ashley Gautreaux and Jessica Chambers, HRM
Start the series by exploring the essential tools and responsibilities of effective supervision. This session covers setting clear expectations, navigating Workday, conducting meaningful evaluations, documenting performance appropriately, and supporting employee growth through professional development.
Wednesday, October 8 at 9:30 AM
Presenters: Denise Fontenot, Rebecca Smelley, Ryan Barnett HRM
Supervising leave situations can be tricky—how confident are you in navigating them? This session will walk you through FMLA eligibility, documentation, Workers’ Compensation procedures, managing absences, and planning smooth returns to work.
Wednesday, October 15 at 9:30 AM
Presenters: Jessica Chambers, Ali Marrero, Karen Bean
Hiring or supervising international faculty? This session walks you through the responsibilities and processes for H-1B and F-1 visa holders, including LSU’s PM-26 and AgCenter’s PS-27 policies, and offers practical guidance for supporting success.
Wednesday, October 22, at 9:30 AM
Presenters: Ashley Gautreaux
From employment types to policy violations, this session covers the nuts and bolts of HR operations every supervisor or administrator coordinator should understand. We will explore employee classifications, LSU AgCenter relevant policies, employee confidentiality, and how to navigate employee relation situations with confidence and consistency.
Wednesday, October 29 at 9:30 AM
Presenters: Fred Piazza and Adam Woerner
Technology is powerful—but it also comes with risks. This session covers what supervisors need to know about IT onboarding and offboarding, cybersecurity responsibilities, international travel protocols, and equipment purchasing to help protect your team and the AgCenter’s digital environment.
