Induction

UL & HR Division Overview

4 September 2012

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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”

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Strategic Plan 2011–15Goal 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

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The University of Limerick

Established in 1972 (NIHE).

Awarded University status in 1989.

11,000 Students & 1,400 staff.

Situated on 133 hectares.

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Staff Numbers

Academic 498

Support 516

Research 414

Total 1428

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The University Governance

• The University of Limerick - The Universities Act 1997.

• Overall authority- Governing Authority of UL.

• The Governing Authority - 35 member body

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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

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Faculty StructureEducation & Health Sciences

Dean – Professor Mary O’Sullivan

Arts, Humanities & Social SciencesDean – Professor Tom Lodge

Science & EngineeringDean – Professor Kieran Hodnett

Kemmy Business School Dean – Dr Philip O’Regan

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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 Division

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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• Promote equality of opportunity

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Recruitment

Compensation and Benefits

Employee Relations

Training and Development

Pensions

Human Resources Information System

Research

Health & Safety

HR Division Services

HR Policies & Procedures

http://www.ul.ie/hr/hr-policies-procedures-and-forms-z