Minnesota State University, Mankato promotes employee training and development by providing employees with the time and resources to facilitate their learning and professional growth. Classified staff development funds are one resource to help accomplish that goal.
FORM: Classified Staff Development Funds Request
STEP 1: Complete the Classified Staff Development Fund application form above.
STEP 2: Obtain approval and signature of your supervisor
STEP 3: Submit a completed application form and all required attachments to theSTEP 4: Upon final approval of the request:
NOTE: TAX LAW – Please note that as of July 1, 2005 any expense report that is submitted 60 days past the time the event occurred for reimbursement becomes taxable for federal, state, FICA, and Medicare; and withholding tax must be taken.
Employee costs associated with professional development course work, professional association memberships, conferences and workshops. Travel, meals, books and/or other professional development materials may be covered; however, they are subject to the provisions of applicable contracts or plans.
Please note: Job required activities, as determined by the supervisor and Human Resources, are to be covered by departmental funds. Professional development funds are for the growth and development of our classified employees.
All permanent AFSCME, MMA, MAPE, MGEC, MNA, Managerial Plan and Commissioners Plan employees are eligible. Employees must be in permanent status at time of application. While employees serving in temporary, emergency or probationary positions are not eligible for professional development funds, they are encouraged to participate in campus-wide staff development activities. Interim positions will be considered on an individual basis depending on his/her employment status.
The Professional Development Committee will review applications and submit recommendations to the Director of Human Resources. Approval is contingent upon the availability of funds. Applicants will be notified through campus mail whether the request is approved or denied.
If you have questions about the development fund, please contact:
