About Staff Council
In March 2002, to give EKU’s employees better channels for communication with the administration, President Glasser assembled a steering committee to develop a Staff Council. The committee reviewed similar organizations at several other institutions, and then prepared a set of guidelines and bylaws to meet our own needs. The Board of Regents approved the Staff Council in 2003.
Purpose
To foster communication and serve as a communication conduit between staff and the President, provide recommendations on matters pertaining to staff, and promote the welfare of all staff through professional development and formal recognition while serving the Mission of the University.
Eligibility
Staff employees who are eligible for full benefits as described in the Staff Handbook, who are not members of the Provost Council nor President’s Cabinet, and who are not currently serving on Faculty Senate.
Election Process and Timeline
Elections will be held annually in November/December. The normal term of office is three years, with one-third of the Council being elected each year.
Staff Council Meeting Information
Meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month at 10:00 am. All meetings are open to staff who would like to attend as a member of the audience.
Staff Council Committees
Elections and Credentials Committee
The Elections and Credentials Committee is responsible for conducting the elections of members of the Staff Council, as well as the staff representative on the Board of Regents. The Elections and Credentials Committee shall conduct an annual review of the Membership Representation Table to insure that the Staff Council appropriately and equitably represent the University staff. This committee shall certify the eligibility of candidates for election to the Staff Council, maintain a council roster and election records.
Programming and Events Committee
The Events Committee shall work to provide programming for EKU employees. The Events Committee will also work to identify staff training and professional development opportunities, as well as coordinate the Staff Emeritus annually. In addition, they shall make recommendations to enhance employee recognition through activities and awards that recognize outstanding staff performance and achievement. The Treasurer and Communication Chair shall serve on the Events Committee.
Policy Committee
The Policy Committee shall review general, broad based issues and concerns involving personnel policies, procedures and plans. Additionally, the Policy Committee will be responsible for advocacy of policies as they pertain to EKU Employees. The Policy Committee Chair will serve on the University Benefits Committee. The Vice Chair shall serve on the Policy Committee.