Area Representative (AR) Spotlight – Ezra Brooks

What is your job title?

Information Technologist II

 

What area of campus, building and department do you work in?

I work on the north area of main campus in the Computer Center.

My department is Analytics and Data Solutions, which is part of IT Services.

 

How long have you been at MSU?

I have been at MSU for just over 2.5 years.

 

How long have you been an Area Rep?

I have been an Area Rep for a little over a year.

 

Why is being a member of the Administrative Professional Association important to you?

The APA provides so much support to employees ranging from guidance in navigating benefits to dispute resolution to collective bargaining. There is a real sense of community and a reminder that there are numerous resources available to employees.

 

What words of advice do you have for the new hires at MSU?

Go to “More You Know” sessions, attend at least one APA event, and get to know an Area Representative in your area.

 

What do you love about working at MSU?

I am surrounded by colleagues dedicated to their work and to making MSU a great place. There are also numerous opportunities to develop new skills and continue career-related education.

 

What do you like to do when you are not at work?

I love to cook, I play guitar, I read mystery stories, and I tinker with computers.

The AR’s are appointed by the Executive Board and their role is to assist with distributing APA  and information and to serve as a resource for members. AR’s are assigned to a geographic area materialsof campus, so if there is not an AR in your immediate building, you can find one nearby. For a list of AR’s go to http://lay.wyz.mybluehost.me/about/area-representatives-2/

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