Induction

UL & HR Division Overview

17 February 2015

Mission

“To be a distinctive, pioneering and connected university that shapes the

future through educating and empowering people to meet the real

challenges of tomorrow”

Strategic Plan 2011–15

Goal 1Provide an outstanding and distinctive

experience for our studentsGoal 2Further enhance our research profileGoal 3Sharpen our international focusGoal 4Be renowned for of our contribution to the

economic, educational, social and cultural life of Ireland/Shannon region

The University of Limerick

Established in 1972 (NIHE).

Awarded University status in 1989.

13,000 Students & 1,400 staff.

Situated on over 130 hectares.

Staff Numbers

Academic 521

Support 441

Research & Other

Specialist Posts 469

Total 1431

The University Governance

• The University of Limerick - The Universities Act 1997.

• Overall authority - Governing Authority of UL.

• The Governing Authority - 35 member body.

Executive Committee

• President - Professor Don Barry• VPA&R - Professor Paul McCutcheon

Executive Deans• Vice President Research – Dr Mary Shire• Director, Finance – Mr John Field • Director, Human Resources – Mr Tommy Foy

Faculty Structure

Education & Health SciencesDean – Professor Alison Perry

Arts, Humanities & Social SciencesDean – Professor Tom Lodge

Science & EngineeringDean – Professor Edmond Magner

Kemmy Business School Dean – Dr Philip O’Regan

HR Mission

To contribute to the achievement of the University’s mission through progressive policies and customer focused services which ensure that staff are enabled to achieve their full potential and enhance the performance of the organisation.

Human Resources DivisionTommy FoyHR Director

Michael KellyHR Manager

Yvonne CoughlanPA to HR Director

Alison O’Regan

Learning, Development & Equal Opportunities

Manager

Keith McKeagueHRO Pensions

Pat RockettHRO Employee

Relations & Equality

Ellen Keegan HRO Compensation

& Benefits

Caroline LynnHRO Research

Grainne O’CarrollHealth & Safety Technical Officer

Avril HoganHRO Recruitment

Deirdre MurphyRecruitment

Administration

Vivienne HinchyComp. & Benefits

Administration

Edel QuinnHRO, HRIS

Valerie Nolan PA to HR Manager

Jennifer ConnollyComp. & Benefits

AdministrationJennifer Yeung

Learning, Development & Equal Opportunities

Administration

HR Organisational Chart

Shona LinehanHRIS

Administration

Charlotte LongResearch

Administration

Dympna HealyHRO Recruitment

Andrew RockEmployee Relations & Equality Administration

Philip ThorntonSafety Officer

Grace ClohessyRecruitment

AdministrationBridget Donnelly

Comp. & Benefits Administration

Mahon KennedyRecruitment

Administration

Kate O’NeillPensions

Administration

Janet CareyResearch

Administration

Liam FallonHealth & Safety Technical Officer

Maureen KeoghOrganisational Change

Administration

Marie ConnollyHR Manager,

Organisational Change

HR Objectives

• Ensure effective recruitment policies, planning and practices.

• Foster a culture of lifelong learning.• Promote an organisational culture in

which people are valued and motivated.• Recognise the diversity of our staff and

promote equality of opportunity.

HR Website

http://www.ul.ie/hr

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PDRS

UL Strategic Objectives

Faculty/Division

Department/Section Objectives

Individual Objectives

Individual Objectives & Development

Plan

Performance and Development Review System in Context

PDRS

Formally review performance of previous 12 months on targets and competencies.

Discuss achievement of targets and relevant competencies.

Agree targets for following 12 months.Agree changes to competencies (if necessary).Agree training and development plan for next

cycle.

Dignity and Respect

• The University of Limerick is committed to the development and maintenance of a positive working environment in which all employees have the right to be treated with dignity and respect.

• In pursuit of this, it is the policy of the University through its human resource management policies and practices to strive to provide all employees with an environment which is free from bullying, harassment and victimisation.

• Employee Support Service.

Careers at UL• Progression• Promotion• Recruitment• Job Rotation• Special Research Leave• Professional Development Leave for Support Staff• Competency Frameworks• Research Coaching• Mentoring