FAIRMONT STATE UNIVERSITY
DEAN OR CHAIR EVALUATION
NAME OF DEAN OR CHAIR
Academic Year 20____ - 20____
SCALE
1
2
3
Unsatisfactory
Needs Improvement
Satisfactory
4
5
*
Above Average
Excellent
Not Applicable or Not Observed
1. COMMUNICATION
1.1 Shares pertinent information in a timely manner
1.2 Discusses need for improvement with faculty
1.3 Solicits ideas and opinions from others
2.
DECISION MAKING
2.1 Considers various viewpoints in decisions involving College/School matters
2.2 Makes decisions in a fair and objective manner
2.3 Makes timely decisions
3. PLANNING
3.1 Carefully assesses situations before proposing change
3.2 Seeks constructive suggestions for change
3.3 Involves faculty in goal setting and program evaluation
4. HUMAN/PUBLIC RELATIONS
4.1 Relates impartially to all department members
4.2 Exhibits and encourages a positive attitude and enthusiasm
4.3 Recognizes and gives credit to others
4.4 Responds sympathetically and professionally to the needs and interests of
department members
4.5 Is available to students, faculty and staff
4.6 Interacts effectively with relevant community constituencies
INSTRUCTIONS: In the space to the right of each item, write the number from the scale below which best
describes your appraisal of your Chairperson’s performance.
5. JOB PERFORMANCE
5.1 Demonstrates clear understanding of role and scope of responsibilities
5.2 Ensures that faculty understand expectations of job assignments
5.3 Effectively manages classified staff within the department
5.4 Serves as an effective advocate/liaison between faculty/staff and
administration
5.5 Allocates department financial resources fairly and appropriately
5.6 Maximizes utilization of space and facilities assigned to the department
5.7 Maintains constructive relationships with other University units
5.8 Equitably assigns teaching loads and committee responsibilities
5.9 Encourages participation in faculty development activities
5.10 Evaluates faculty fairly using established criteria
5.11 Seeks to fill vacant positions in a timely manner
5.12 Involves appropriate faculty in screening and selection of new faculty
6. PROBLEM SOLVING
6.1 Carefully assesses problems before taking action
6.2 Copes effectively with unexpected events
6.3 Works effectively to resolve conflict
6.4 Maintains confidentiality
7. TEACHING
7.1 Prepares carefully and thoroughly for teaching assignment
7.2 Seeks continuing improvement in teaching techniques and knowledge
in subject field
8. SUMMATIVE EVALUATION
8.1 Overall rating as Dean or Department Chair
9. COMMENTS - Please add any comments which will clarify your appraisal of your Dean’s or
Department Chairperson’s performance.