WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
Definition: Effective relationship building skills; Ability to collaborate with employees at all levels. Seeks to recognize,
understand, and respond effectively to similarities and differences in people and makes better decisions based on that
understanding.
Observable Behaviors:
Builds rapport by demonstrating respect for the opinions, abilities and contributions of others
Ability to be tactful, diplomatic, cooperative and open-minded, a willing and successful team member
Understands human behavior; promotes interpersonal trust and respect
Understands the conflicts between individual needs and the requirements of the organization
Follows through on commitments in a timely manner
Effectively demonstrates respect for colleagues and willingly works with a diverse community of co-workers,
students and constituents
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Definition: Effectively communicates at all levels (verbal, written, and listening).
Observable Behaviors:
Practices attentive and active listening
Effectively communicates goals/objectives and interplay of ideas and concepts using active feedback
Displays a willingness to discuss weaknesses and suggest/make improvements, expressing disagreements
constructively
Communicates appropriate information; maintains confidentiality
Ability to express oneself, whether verbal or written, in a clear and concise manner
COMMITMENT TO ENHANCE UNIVERSITY LEARNING AND LIVING ENVIRONMENT:
Definition: Actively creates and supports programs and policies to increase satisfaction of constituents, who are defined
as students, parents, colleagues and or the community at large (Alumni).
Observable Behaviors:
Consistently demonstrates a professional, friendly, and courteous demeanor
Ability to provide information concerning the University’s products and services
Demonstrates the ability to effectively resolve constituent related issues and concerns
Takes the extra step to make the constituent feel welcome, and that their problems were heard and resolved
Contributes thoughts and ideas for potential services to increase constituents satisfaction
PUNCTUALITY & ATTENDANCE:
Definition: Faithfulness in reporting to work and conforming to the University’s work hours.
Observable Behaviors:
Minimum use of sick leave (not excessive within the last 12 month period)
Conforms to the University’s work hours/schedules
Demonstrates good work attendance (unscheduled time off is kept to a minimum)
Provides advance notice for time off (vacation, personal, sick – doctor’s appointments)
EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP AND SUPERVISORY SKILLS: (Supervisory Employees Only)
Definition: An effective leader/supervisor recognizes the difference between managing, leading and performing tasks.
Lead, guide and inspire employees to work at the appropriate level of responsibility with an effective level of knowledge and
training.
Observable Behaviors:
Delegates routine tasks to employees, recognizing the importance of developing employees and improving job
satisfaction; evaluates on the basis of performance not personality
Implements change with a positive impact by inspiring the cooperation of others
Anticipates, addresses and resolves employee relations issues; consistently provides ongoing feedback and
conducts performance reviews on time; projects objectivity and fair-mindedness
Enforces policies, procedures, rules, laws and regulations (i.e. NCAA compliance); monitors the release of
confidential information; exercises appropriate budget and cost controls
Determines required activities and staffing needs; arrange appropriate level of training of all employees; monitors
employee absenteeism