Employee Newsletter

It’s a new fiscal year, Service Oklahoma! Learn what that means and gain access to new resources with Thrive in this edition of Behind the Wheel. We’ve moved away from the monthly PDF to a more user-friendly, mobile-friendly experience that’s easier to browse and search, with a new biweekly format to bring you more timely updates. Take a few minutes to explore what's new below.

Employee Store Now Open

Get ready to suit up with Service Oklahoma gear! The Employee Store is open the first two weeks of every month. Whether you're looking to rep Service Oklahoma with a classic tee or stay cozy in a crewneck sweatshirt, there's something for everyone. Those wanting additional Service Oklahoma items can purchase them in the online store. Please note that sizes 2X and up will incur a $2 increment charge per size up to 6X.

Purchase SOK Gear

Check Out Thrive!

Thrive’s focus is to help Oklahoma become the healthiest workforce in the nation. It offers many health-related opportunities, including information on fitness center discounts, mental health support and monthly themed toolkits. Check out this month’s toolkit, "Summer Adventure of Experiencing Awe." Learn more on the Thrive website.

Looking for state employee discounts? Finding them just got simpler. The discount list now lives on the Benefits and Pay hub in Workday@OK. Please note that the list is no longer on the OMES website. Be sure to update your bookmarks and check out the new, easier-to-navigate hub in Workday@OK!

What's a Fiscal Year?

Unlike a calendar year, which runs from January to December, a fiscal year (FY) can start in any month and end 12 months later. The fiscal year for the State of Oklahoma begins on July 1 and ends on June 30. July 1 is a common start date for a state agency’s fiscal year, as forty-six states have adopted that convention.

A New Fiscal Year

Every July 1, Service Oklahoma welcomes a new fiscal year (FY).

For the Service Oklahoma financial team, that means more than turning the calendar. Months of planning come together as the team launches a new budget, establishes purchase orders and begins closing out the previous fiscal year. Their work ensures Service Oklahoma has the financial foundation to continue delivering services while meeting state reporting requirements and maintaining transparency with taxpayers and stakeholders.

Service Oklahoma
P.O. Box 11415
Oklahoma City, OK 73136