PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

JEAN AND ALEXANDER HEARD LIBRARY

Library Staff Performance Evaluation
To be completed by the supervisor.

EMPLOYEE NAME: ______________________________ DATE: ________________________________

POSITION: _____________________________________ EVALUATION PERIOD: __________________

I. CATEGORIES

This part concerns important factors that affect an individual's productivity and effectiveness. You do NOT need to discuss EACH characteristic in every section; focus on specific strengths or on areas that need improvement.

A. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out responsibilities consistently and dependably
Demonstrates commitment to customer service
Organizes work effectively
Gives appropriate attention to high priority items
Maintains high quality and quantity of work

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B. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with faculty, students, staff members, other patrons and business associates
Respects the opinions, abilities and contributions of others
Gives and receives suggestions or criticism in a positive manner
Communicates openly, clearly, and concisely
Writes effectively

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C. WORK ENVIRONMENT

Contributes to a positive work environment
Displays flexibility in adapting to changing conditions
Works with other library staff to share knowledge and information
Implements policy and procedural changes in a positive manner
Assumes temporary work assignments in an emergency

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D. LEADERSHIP

Shows self-motivation and initiative
Analyzes situations to solve problems and achieve results
Anticipates and resolves conflicts
Offers ideas and suggestions on improvements
Seeks creative alternatives

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E. SUPERVISORY SKILLS (if applicable)

Sets realistic goals and priorities
Balances multiple demands from managers and staff
Delegates and distributes work assignments fairly
Gives clear instructions and guidance for procedures and tasks
Provides appropriate support, encouragement and praise
Gives and receives suggestions or criticism in a positive manner
Understands and adheres to established policies and procedures

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F. FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable)

Manages and analyzes budget for collections, personnel, and other applicable resources to achieve maximum value for the Library
Meets critical budget deadlines
Prepares accurate and timely reports for budget planning

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II. NARRATIVE

This part provides an opportunity to evaluate and comment on any special project or achievement or contribution by the staff member. Address whether goals identified in last year’s review were successfully met. Specify areas in which the staff member needs to improve.

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III. DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICE

This part provides an opportunity to recognize the staff member’s service (i.e. professional association affiliations, committees, presentations, continuing education, etc.) to the University and the library community.

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IV. GOALS

List agreed upon performance goals and projected dates for accomplishment.

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V. STAFF MEMBER’S COMMENTS.

(This space, plus additional sheets if desired, is for the individual’s comments. If he/she chooses not to add comments, his/her signature will indicate having seen the evaluation and having had an opportunity to discuss it with supervisor.)

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VI. SIGNATURES

Employee: _____________________________________________________________________

Supervisor:_______________________________________ Date:__________________________

Department Head: _________________________________ Date: _________________________
(if applicable)

Division Director:___________________________________ Date:_________________________