The following is a list of upcoming workshops/classes put on through Staff Personnel Services to assist and inform employees in a variety of areas.

Friday, Jan. 21, 9-10:30 a.m.  
Position Description Workshop - This practical workshop is designed to assist staff members in writing a position description. It will be presented by Ben Boish or Robyn Ames, classification managers from Staff Personnel Services. Located in Staff Personnel Services' Conference Room, Brotman Hall 327. Topics covered during this workshop are:

• Why we need position descriptions
• Who prepares and approves position descriptions
• When are they prepared
• What format is used
• Factors to consider
• How to structure duty statements
• Steps in writing position descriptions

Thursday, Jan. 27, 10-11:30 a.m.  
Purchasing Workshop - This workshop includes instruction on initiating requisitions, placing and receiving orders, invoice payments, PeopleSoft purchasing, CSU system wide contract, and other purchasing options. Located in Staff Personnel Services' Conference Room, Brotman Hall 327.

You may register online for the workshops/classes that require registration or for more information, call Vickie Hamilton at 562/985-2299.