Isabela State University- Angadanan Campus is ushering in a new era of administrative excellence with the recent hiring of new staff members under the Revised Organizational Structure and Staffing Standards for SUCs (ROSSSS). This initiative, which began in May 2022, marks a pivotal moment in the university’s efforts to optimize its operations and align more closely with its strategic goals.

The hiring process for the newly established administrative roles was initiated on May 25, 2022, with the announcement of job openings for Administrative Officers and Administrative Assistants posted on the campus’ Facebook page on May 3, 2023. Another Facebook publication followed for Administrative Aides on November 13, 2023. The revamped structure aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of campus operations by filling key positions with qualified professionals who will drive the university’s strategic objectives forward. This realignment of staffing is designed to address evolving needs within the institution and to better support the academic and administrative functions.

The recent hires include several key appointments. Joy C. Bermudez was appointed as Guidance Counselor III, effective April 15, 2024. A number of new hires were appointed on June 24, 2024: Kurt Morin B. Cantor as Administrative Officer I (Records Officer I), Jamae Ann A. Formoso as Administrative Aide VI, Jonalyn C. Gacuan as Administrative Aide IV, Diana Rose L. Galvizo as Administrative Assistant II (Disbursing Officer II), Rovelyn B. Logan as Administrative Aide VI, Ma. Katreena Joyce B. Logronio as Administrative Aide VI, Szcheisel Love M. Marinduque as Administrative Aide VI, Joker R. Quilang as Administrative Aide VI, and Lea M. Talamayan as Administrative Assistant II (Budgeting Assistant). Further appointments were made on July 1, 2024: Erwin E. Gonzales as Administrative Assistant I (Buyer I), Lumen A. Matias as Administrative Officer IV (Human Resource Management II), Clariza M. Morales as Administrative Aide VI, and Gin R. Villanueva as Administrative Officer II (Human Resource Management Officer I).

Key dates in this process include the commencement of the hiring process on May 17, 2023, the completion of the hiring process and onboarding of new staff members on June 24, 2024, and the oath-taking ceremony for the newly hired staff on July 24, 2024.

The recruitment of new administrative staff is significant for several reasons. First, the new hires will play a crucial role in streamlining operations and improving administrative processes. Their expertise is expected to enhance productivity and facilitate smoother day-to-day functioning of the campus. Second, by reinforcing the administrative backbone, the new staff members will contribute to more effective support for academic programs, ultimately benefiting students through improved services and resources.

The recent hiring initiative is expected to bring numerous benefits to the Isabela State University-Angadanan Campus community. In terms of academic contribution, the enhanced administrative support will allow for better management of academic resources and services, leading to a more effective educational environment. This ensures that students receive high-quality support and can access necessary resources more efficiently.

The recruitment of new administrative staff at Isabela State University-Angadanan aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Strengthening the administrative support system allows Isabela State University-Angadanan to provide a more effective and supportive educational environment, enhancing the overall quality of education and ensuring that students have access to well-managed academic resources and services, in line with SDG 4: Quality Education. Additionally, the hiring of new staff not only contributes to the university’s operational goals but also aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth. The creation of new job opportunities and focus on improving working conditions directly support SDG 8, emphasizing the importance of fostering economic growth and ensuring that employment opportunities contribute to both individual well-being and broader economic development.

Reflecting on the impact of these new hires, the Campus Administrator of Isabela State University-Angadanan Campus, Dr. Oscar G. Bangayan, remarked that integrating new administrative staff represents a significant step toward achieving greater operational excellence and aligning efforts with global sustainability goals. By enhancing administrative capabilities, the university is improving the quality of education and contributing to economic growth and development within the community.

As Isabela State University-Angadanan Campus welcomes its new administrative team members, the university is poised to benefit from a more efficient and effective organizational structure. This initiative underscores Isabela State University-Angadanan’s commitment to advancing educational quality and economic development in alignment with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.