Human Resource Services
Performance Reviews/Appraisals
- Performance Appraisal Form for TEAMS Non-Exempt, USPS Non-Exempt and USPS Exempt
- Performance Appraisal Form for TEAMS Exempt Employees
Users with Microsoft Word version 2007 click here (Fill-able Word 2007 form)
Users with Microsoft Word version 2003 or earlier click here (PDF fill-able form) - Completing Performance Appraisals Instruction Guide
The University of Florida Performance Management initiative is an appraisal process that will be used to evaluate employees across campus.
- All appraisals will be completed using the same appraisal period—allowing for more consistency when assessing employees. The appraisals should be completed and returned to HRS by March 31.
- The evaluation time period will run from March 1 to the last day of February the next year.
- The appraisal forms include five different ratings—allowing for more flexibility in providing an overall rating for employees.
- Effective evaluations provide an opportunity for two-way communication. As a result, the form for TEAMS non-exempt and USPS employees include a self assessment section which provides an opportunity for the employee to self assess his or her performance. Although the TEAMS exempt form does not include a self assessment section, it is recommended that TEAMS exempt employees complete a self assessment as part of their evaluation.
- Consistent criteria in the TEAMS non-exempt and USPS form allows for comparisons across campus: work performance, attendance, customer service, initiative, and teamwork.
- Managers should identify goals for the upcoming year.
- Annual performance evaluation is a good time to review position descriptions to reflect any changes that have occurred.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I determine the type of appraisal to give an employee?
All TEAMS Exempt employees receive a Narrative appraisal which should be attached to the appraisal form for TEAMS exempt employees. Although the evaluation for TEAMS exempt is in a narrative form, an overall rating should be assigned. Appraisals for TEAMS Non-Exempt and ALL USPS employees should be completed on the Appraisal Form.
Do I need to contact Employee Relations before assigning an overall rating of "below" using the new form?
Do I conduct performance appraisals for TEAMS exempt employees at the end of their first 6 months? What if their first appointment was a 12-month appointment rather than a 6-month appointment?
All TEAMS exempt employees will be appraised in March regardless of when they started (unless they were hired within 60 days of March 1) - this includes new hires. However, ongoing evaluation of employees is recommended.
Do TEAMS exempt evaluations need a position description attached?
At this time, HRS is not requesting a position description for TEAMS exempt narratives.