A day in the life of Bev Strobl can be easily described with one word: Juggle—with a capital “J.” As the Executive Assistant to the Senior Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs (SVCAA) for the past 9 years, Bev manages the workload and schedule for one of the campus’ most influential and sought-after leaders.
The amount of activity that Bev coordinates is staggering. Just imagine: over 2000 high-level conferences, seminars, special events, and meetings a year. Add to that: on average, Bev reschedules six other meetings in order to fit in another meeting. Then, take into account that Bev also researches and prepares the back-up materials for these meetings and coordinates the domestic and international travel involved with these activities too. It’s a whirlwind of tactful calls, skillful emails, and keen interpersonal communication that gets the job done. Correction: well-done and served with a smile.
As the Executive Assistant, Bev also enjoys serving as a key liaison between the SVCAA and the Chancellor, Vice Chancellors, Deans, Provosts, Chairs, faculty, community organizations, Regents, Office of the President, and other campuses and members of the SVCAA staff. Looking at the “big picture,” the work that Bev coordinates with these professional leaders fosters the growth and long-lasting health of the University.
The key support role that Bev plays as the Executive Assistant to the SVCAA is a match for her organizational talents and her satisfaction in “working behind the scenes, rather than being in the limelight.” Bev’s parents instilled in her the “sense of strong work ethic and doing a good job no matter what the task might be.” Afterall, she advises, “Enjoy what you are doing. If you don’t, find another line of work.” And, for Bev, it’s a situation that she says “works well for me.”
Bev’s 20+ years in the field of administrative support is a testament to the fact that she feels rewarded by the profession she’s chosen. It can be like a miniature White House with the massive number of priorities, schedules, meetings, and visitors that call for the attention of the SVCAA; however, with Bev’s reliable brand of patience, perseverance, and professionalism, good order and good organization prevail.
For more information about Bev, ask her questions at the December 17th career information panel.
In the meantime, here are some more fun facts:
#1 On a Saturday, you’ll most like find Bev tending to her garden
#2 Work philosophy: “Be organized and never procrastinate!”
#3 Bev is the middle child in a family with one older sister and one younger brother
#4 Bev's first entry-level job in the administrative support was as the Assistant to the Director of Personnel at SDSU Foundation
#5 Before she came to the Office of the SVCAA, Bev was the Executive Assistant to Dr. David Schanzlin at the UCSD Shiley Eye Center
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Friday, December 5, 2008
Friday, November 7, 2008
Home-Grown Spotlight: Michael Yates
“I enjoy helping others find careers.” Michael Yates, Manager of Professional Recruitment and Community Outreach, UCSD Vice Chancellor-Business Affairs Human Resources
As a young lad, Michael Yates dreamt of a career as a superstar athlete on the basketball court. And while he would still consider trading his pressed suit and tie for a pair of Air Jordan’s, Michael finds fulfillment in his work in human resources and in his role as the Manager of Professional Recruitment and Community Outreach (PRCO).
Michael Yates transferred to UC San Diego Human Resources with over 10 years of experience, occupying various professional appointments in the recruitment and outreach arena in the healthcare administration and academic administration fields. His first job in his career field specialization in employment was as a part-time recruiter with Hoag Hospital, and he credits the upward trajectory of his career to a combination of factors: strategy, networking, hard work, and luck. Without a doubt, participation in outside organization and training also served a key role in his successful appointment as PRCO Manager.
In this role, Michael is a vital member of the human resources team in the Vice Chancellor Business Affairs area of UC San Diego. As a senior manager, Michael works in partnership with other senior managers in the areas of Accommodation Counseling & Counseling Services, Benefits, Compensation, Employee Relations/Policy Development/Work Life, Equal Opportunity/Staff Affirmative Action, Faculty and Staff Assistance Program, Labor Relations, Staff Education and Development, Temporary Employment Services, Information Technology, Administrations Services, and Retirement Resource Center.
Michael works to achieve the focus of PRCO’s program: enhancing workforce diversity through efforts on campus and in the community; implementing a community relations program to promote UCSD's image as an employer of choice; and providing comprehensive professional services to the campus on Management and Senior Professional (MSP) recruitment and employment matters.
His attitude, experience, and abilities match the needs of his position and enable him to find fulfillment in a role that commonly moves between combing through the nitty gritty of employment law and connecting the dots to a grander, big picture and developing programs that deliver tangible results.
It’s a large mission, and Michael enjoys the challenge of interpreting new work laws and integrating them into UCSD employment practices. Michael enjoys helping others find their careers and luckily for UC San Diego, Michael feels like he’s found the right home with PRCO and human resources.
For more information about Michael, ask him questions at the November 19th Career Information Panel.
In the meantime, here are some more fun facts:
#1 Work Philosophy: Do what you love, and you don’t have to work. But if you have to “work,” learn to align your star with your boss’ star. Together you will shine brighter…If your boss doesn’t have a star or is a black hole, find another boss.
#2 Michael’s favorite day of the week is “Friday but Saturday is when I’m able to get the most work done.”
#3 Michael is the middle child
#4 Birthday: Oct 1st
#5 The last book he read was The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle
As a young lad, Michael Yates dreamt of a career as a superstar athlete on the basketball court. And while he would still consider trading his pressed suit and tie for a pair of Air Jordan’s, Michael finds fulfillment in his work in human resources and in his role as the Manager of Professional Recruitment and Community Outreach (PRCO).
Michael Yates transferred to UC San Diego Human Resources with over 10 years of experience, occupying various professional appointments in the recruitment and outreach arena in the healthcare administration and academic administration fields. His first job in his career field specialization in employment was as a part-time recruiter with Hoag Hospital, and he credits the upward trajectory of his career to a combination of factors: strategy, networking, hard work, and luck. Without a doubt, participation in outside organization and training also served a key role in his successful appointment as PRCO Manager.
In this role, Michael is a vital member of the human resources team in the Vice Chancellor Business Affairs area of UC San Diego. As a senior manager, Michael works in partnership with other senior managers in the areas of Accommodation Counseling & Counseling Services, Benefits, Compensation, Employee Relations/Policy Development/Work Life, Equal Opportunity/Staff Affirmative Action, Faculty and Staff Assistance Program, Labor Relations, Staff Education and Development, Temporary Employment Services, Information Technology, Administrations Services, and Retirement Resource Center.
Michael works to achieve the focus of PRCO’s program: enhancing workforce diversity through efforts on campus and in the community; implementing a community relations program to promote UCSD's image as an employer of choice; and providing comprehensive professional services to the campus on Management and Senior Professional (MSP) recruitment and employment matters.
His attitude, experience, and abilities match the needs of his position and enable him to find fulfillment in a role that commonly moves between combing through the nitty gritty of employment law and connecting the dots to a grander, big picture and developing programs that deliver tangible results.
It’s a large mission, and Michael enjoys the challenge of interpreting new work laws and integrating them into UCSD employment practices. Michael enjoys helping others find their careers and luckily for UC San Diego, Michael feels like he’s found the right home with PRCO and human resources.
For more information about Michael, ask him questions at the November 19th Career Information Panel.
In the meantime, here are some more fun facts:
#1 Work Philosophy: Do what you love, and you don’t have to work. But if you have to “work,” learn to align your star with your boss’ star. Together you will shine brighter…If your boss doesn’t have a star or is a black hole, find another boss.
#2 Michael’s favorite day of the week is “Friday but Saturday is when I’m able to get the most work done.”
#3 Michael is the middle child
#4 Birthday: Oct 1st
#5 The last book he read was The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle
Friday, October 31, 2008
Home-Grown Spotlight: Katie Spencer
Career Guru Advice of the Day #1:
“Do something you enjoy. Feel good about it and don’t take it with you when you leave at the end of the work day.”—Katie Spencer, Training Analyst, Geisel Library
Katie Spencer is a leader in planning and implementing training and development programs in support of UC San Diego Libraries’ strategic organizational goals. She has over 6.5 years of experience in the training and development career field, and accepted her most recent position at the Libraries in May 2006.
As the Training Analyst, Katie has been designing customized staff education and professional development workshops including new employee orientations, health and safety training, supervisory training, and technical training. She is a critical part of the human resources team at Geisel Library, anticipating training needs, creating curriculum, and providing instruction.
Taking advantage of the vast resources available at UC San Diego, Katie has also partnered with other campus departments to meet the needs of the Libraries’ large group of staff, working with Career Connection, Staff Education and Development, Office of the Senior Vice Chancellor, Police Department, and Environment, Health, and Safety among others.
The road that Katie has taken to her current position has consistently been filled with teaching, learning, and exploration. Her first job in the field was as a fourth grade teacher in the Los Angeles Unified School District, and she went on to work in the private sector developing curriculum for a financial investment firm. Katie took a break from the hizzy tizzy working world to explore the sights and sounds across the Pacific and, luckily for us, she landed at UC San Diego.
For more information about Katie, ask her questions at the November 19th Career Information Panel.
In the meantime, here are some more fun facts:
#1 When asked how she was qualified for her first UC San Diego job, Katie replied that she got training through work experience and then applied, that she had transferable skills, and that she got lucky—and so did UC San Diego!
#2 Katie was the 2007 Winner of Staff American Idol for her performance of Aretha Franklin’s “Think”
#3 No Surprise! If Katie could experiment or moonlight in any other non UC San Diego job, she would definitely choose to be a musician.
#4 Katie is the youngest of four kids, comprised of two boys and two girls
#5 That last book Katie read: The Girls by Lori Lansens
#6 Birthday: July 29th
“Do something you enjoy. Feel good about it and don’t take it with you when you leave at the end of the work day.”—Katie Spencer, Training Analyst, Geisel Library
Katie Spencer is a leader in planning and implementing training and development programs in support of UC San Diego Libraries’ strategic organizational goals. She has over 6.5 years of experience in the training and development career field, and accepted her most recent position at the Libraries in May 2006.
As the Training Analyst, Katie has been designing customized staff education and professional development workshops including new employee orientations, health and safety training, supervisory training, and technical training. She is a critical part of the human resources team at Geisel Library, anticipating training needs, creating curriculum, and providing instruction.
Taking advantage of the vast resources available at UC San Diego, Katie has also partnered with other campus departments to meet the needs of the Libraries’ large group of staff, working with Career Connection, Staff Education and Development, Office of the Senior Vice Chancellor, Police Department, and Environment, Health, and Safety among others.
The road that Katie has taken to her current position has consistently been filled with teaching, learning, and exploration. Her first job in the field was as a fourth grade teacher in the Los Angeles Unified School District, and she went on to work in the private sector developing curriculum for a financial investment firm. Katie took a break from the hizzy tizzy working world to explore the sights and sounds across the Pacific and, luckily for us, she landed at UC San Diego.
For more information about Katie, ask her questions at the November 19th Career Information Panel.
In the meantime, here are some more fun facts:
#1 When asked how she was qualified for her first UC San Diego job, Katie replied that she got training through work experience and then applied, that she had transferable skills, and that she got lucky—and so did UC San Diego!
#2 Katie was the 2007 Winner of Staff American Idol for her performance of Aretha Franklin’s “Think”
#3 No Surprise! If Katie could experiment or moonlight in any other non UC San Diego job, she would definitely choose to be a musician.
#4 Katie is the youngest of four kids, comprised of two boys and two girls
#5 That last book Katie read: The Girls by Lori Lansens
#6 Birthday: July 29th
Monday, September 22, 2008
Lots to Come: Articles of Upcoming Guest Presenters
A great, new feature that we'll be adding to our online community site is a "Home-grown" series, spotlighting the guest presenters you'll be meeting over the course of these next 9 months.
These guest speakers are UC San Diego staff professionals, and this introduction will be a jumping-off point for you to:
1) get to know each other
2) prepare questions you'll want to ask him/her individually
Be on the lookout for the next "Home-grown" in the next couple of weeks.
These guest speakers are UC San Diego staff professionals, and this introduction will be a jumping-off point for you to:
1) get to know each other
2) prepare questions you'll want to ask him/her individually
Be on the lookout for the next "Home-grown" in the next couple of weeks.
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