The university is committed to supporting NTTF and investing in their professional growth. Conditions necessary to perform assigned duties in a professional manner should be provided to NTTF members. Colleges and departments are encouraged to support the ongoing professional development of NTTF by, for example, allocating funds to support their professional development activities and encouraging them to participate in university, college and departmental events and workshops. It is recognized that the extent to which this is possible will vary from unit-to-unit. Departments are encouraged to make NTTF aware of campus resources that support their job responsibilities and recognize their participation in professional development activities during the APPR and promotion processes.
Recognition of the contributions NTTF make to the campus is an important part of creating and maintaining an inclusive campus culture. Colleges and departments are encouraged to include NTTF in faculty awards that relate to their job responsibilities. If the requirements for existing awards preclude NTTF from being nominated, departments and colleges are encouraged to create or modify appropriate awards to recognize excellence among NTTF.