Engagement in the Annual Performance Evaluation: Role of the Employee
The annual performance evaluation of A/P Faculty and Classified Staff is set to launch with the self-evaluation opening on February 16, 2026. Employees play an active role in their own performance and development throughout the year. Key responsibilities include:
- Demonstrate Professionalism and Engagement: Perform duties with integrity, stay fully engaged during work hours, participate in job-related training, and collaborate to support unit and university goals.
- Track Performance and Growth: Maintain a record of achievements, challenges, kudos, and lessons learned to support reflection and development.
- Complete the Required Self-Evaluation: Submit a self-evaluation in LEAPS during the annual review process. Use this opportunity to reflect on accomplishments, identify areas for growth, and – if rating yourself “outstanding” – demonstrate with measurable outcomes how your work made a significant and positive impact to support team or unit objectives and materially advanced the mission of the organization in line with strategic priorities.
- Engage in Ongoing Communication: Seek regular feedback and clarification from supervisors to stay aligned on with responsibilities, expectations, and goals. Notify supervisor of any tools or assistance required to complete assigned responsibilities.
- Review Role and Goals: Revisit job descriptions and performance goals throughout the year to stay on track and ensure alignment with departmental priorities. Resources (campus connection or VPN required) are available to assist with tracking performance throughout the year.
- Participate in Performance Conversations: Use discussions with supervisors to set goals, explore professional development opportunities, and prepare for future roles.
Upcoming Learning Opportunities
Learning workshops focused on our performance evaluation process are scheduled and available for registration:
- Performance Engagement and Evaluation for A/P Faculty and Classified Staff (asynchronous)
- Learning Lab: Self-Evaluations & Performance Development
- Setting SMART Goals and Maintaining Momentum (asynchronous)
- Facilitating Meaningful Feedback Conversations: An Engagement Strategy for Supervisors
Key Dates
The 2026 performance evaluation cycle for classified staff and A/P faculty runs: February 16 – April 30, 2026.
More details are available on the annual evaluation guidance website.