The Operations and Facilities Management Department (OFMD) at the School of Medicine continues to set national trends in operational leadership for their continued commitment to employees, customers, and the stewardship of place.
The purpose of the Learning and Development Plan is to provide high-quality opportunities that support the growth of employees and the leadership team. Additionally, each service area will offer specialized training tailored to its specific needs to complement this plan.
Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.
Aristotle
Leadership Development Trainings
Coaching 4 Leaders Program
This Program aims to cultivate a coaching mindset and adopt a detailed approach to implementing the principles in our previous years Think | Lead | Succeed Leadership Series.
Emerging Leaders Training Program
This Program aims to invest in the next generation of department leaders. We strive to create a continuous learning environment that encourages growth and provides staff with the skills needed for their current and future roles.
Supervisor Training Program
This Program aims to empower supervisors with practical leadership skills and strategies for effectively managing and developing their teams. It focuses on key areas that enhance supervisors’ abilities to lead confidently, foster a positive work environment, and drive organizational success.
Technical Trainings
Technical training sessions, facilitated year-round by members of the OFMD team, are specifically designed to support various departmental roles within our organization. Each course is meticulously developed using real-world examples from team members, offering practical strategies to enhance workplace efficiency. These training sessions aim to build essential skills that contribute to professional growth and success within our organization.
Click on the images below to learn more and/or register for these training sessions.
Micro-Learning Lessons
Micro-Learning Sessions are designed to provide all OFMD team members with professional growth and networking opportunities. Through engaging and focused training, participants will develop new skills while building connections across the department. The primary goal of these sessions is to equip staff with the skills needed to grow in areas of personal and professional interest. Combined with collaborative discussions among team members, these sessions will foster a well-rounded approach to professional development and enhance overall effectiveness.
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OFMD Onboarding
The New Hire Experience (NHE) serves as our formal introduction to the department and is structured as a three-part series held monthly. This program provides an overview of the Office of Facilities Management and Development (OFMD) and offers opportunities for networking and connecting with fellow new staff members as we collectively learn and adapt to our new roles. The sessions can be completed in any sequence, and you will have successfully completed the New Hire Experience upon finishing all three parts. The descriptions of the three parts are detailed below.
Institute for Management Studies (IMS)
These monthly 60-minute IMS live virtual programs provide a quick dive into key topics that subject matter experts in their respective fields speak upon. Packed with actionable learning strategies, participants will experience an interactive virtual program with an IMS thought leader and receive post-session support through micro-learning lessons and a discussion board.
Click the lesson below to view and/or register for each course though Workday Learning. Only 100 seats available per session.
Visit the Institute for Management Studies (IMS) website for many free webinars.
- February 6th – Becoming a Catalyst: How to Change Anyone’s Mind.
- March 6th – The Miracle Morning: Guaranteed to Transform Your Life (Before 8am)
- April 8th – Smart, Not Loud: How to get Noticed at Work for all the Right Reasons.
- May 1st – Cultivating Mental Agility in a Complex World
- June 3rd – The Power of Instinct: The New Rules of Persuasion in Business and Life.
LinkedIn Learning
Complete LinkedIn Learning courses or learning paths to advance your skills for your current job and for your career growth goals.
Upon completion of a lesson or course, we recommend you take a few moments to reflect on your learning insights and make a learning action plan. Learn with others by inviting your team members, colleagues, or peers to form a small group or cohort to take selected courses together. When the group completes a lesson or course, host a ZOOM or Microsoft Teams post learning group discussion to share key learning insights and strategies for applying the learning going forward.
Human Resources and Washington University IT have partnered to provide all current faculty and staff at Washington University free access to LinkedIn Learning, an online learning resource with thousands of top-quality engaging courses offered in multiple languages.
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University Trainings
HR’s Learning, Leadership, Organization Development, and Institute for Leadership Development (ILE) Teams provide programming and courses for staff professional development. Please explore current offerings to enhance your career and skillsets.
A Class E Driver’s License is required for many job positions within OFMD. The following study tools and resources have been created to help you study to pass the E License Exam provided by the Missouri Department of Revenue.
- Study Tip Process and Guide
- Missouri Vehicle and Licensing Laws
- Digital Flashcard Set (Quizlet Study Tool)
- Digital Multiple-Choice Practice Quiz (Quizlet Study Tool)
- Digital Multiple-Choice Practice Test (Quizlet Study Tool)
- Paper Copy of Practice Test