Performance Management
Performance Evaluations
The performance evaluation is an important tool to support the professional development of University employees. Evaluations provide an opportunity to recognize employees' contributions, and to encourage collaboration between supervisors and employees in aligning goals and performance with the mission and values of the University.
Evaluations for Classified Employees
Classified employees of the University are evaluated on a fiscal year (July 1 - June 30) basis in accordance with Louisiana State Civil Service rules, through the Performance Evaluation System (PES) in Cornerstone. Supervisors of Classified employees outline behavior and work expectations at the start of each fiscal year. Employees are rated at the conclusion of each fiscal year.
At its General Business meeting held on May 1, 2024, the State Civil Service Commission voted to change the rating period for Classified employees from a fiscal year to a calendar year. The Transition PES task will Plan and Rate for Performance from July 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024.
Instructions for Planning
Step 1: Evaluating Supervisor
Step 2: Second Level Review
Step 3: Evaluating Supervisor Discussion and Sign-Off
Step 4: Employee Acknowledgement
Instructions for Rating
Step 1: Evaluating Supervisor
Step 2: Second Level Review
Step 3: Evaluating Supervisor Discussion and Sign-Off
Step 4: Employee Acknowledgement
Instructions for Transition Rating
Step 1: Evaluating Supervisor
Step 2: Second Level Review
Step 3: Evaluating Supervisor Discussion and Sign-Off
Step 4: Employee Acknowledgement
More information on PES can be found via the link below:
https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Divisions/EmployeeRelations/pes.aspx
Evaluations for Faculty Members
Faculty members are evaluated annually on a calendar year basis (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) based on their performance during the previous year. Faculty receive ratings based on Teaching, Research, Service and Administration (if applicable). Department Heads and Deans provide ratings that can be reviewed by the Provost.
Step 1: Faculty Member Self Evaluation
Step 2: Department Head Review
Step 3: Dean Review
Step 4: Faculty Member Acknowledgement
Evaluations for Unclassified Staff
Unclassified Staff members of the University are evaluated annually on a fiscal year basis (July 1 – June 30) based on their performance during the previous fiscal year. Supervisors rate employees based on their progress towards goals and competencies.
Tips for Employees and Supervisors in completing Performance Tasks
Fiscal Year Planning Task
Step 1: Employee Self-Plan
Step 2: Supervisor Plan review, Discussion and Sign
Step 3: Employee Acknowledgement
Fiscal Year Rating Task
Step 1: Employee Self-Rate
Step 2: Supervisor Rate, Discussion and Sign
Step 3: Employee Acknowledgement
Evaluations for Executive and Senior Administrators
Step 1: Self-Review
Step 2: Supervisor Review
Step 3: Employee Acknowledgement