Senior Leadership

This is the last post in a series of articles on the categorical results of the Employee Engagement Survey. One of the categories evaluated in the Employee Engagement Survey is called "Senior Leadership." As defined by the survey instrument, senior leadership includes agency directors (Garland, Green, Jennings, and Thompson), assistant vice presidents (Shoopman and Tallent) and the vice president (Jinks).  The questions that address this issue include:

* Senior leadership provides a clear direction for this institute's future. (40%)
* Our senior leadership has the knowledge, skills and experience necessary for our success. (54%)
* Senior leadership shows a genuine interest in the well-being of administration and staff. (45%)
* Senior leadership communicates openly about important matters. (40%)
* Senior leadership regularly models this institute's values. (53%)
* I believe what I am told by senior leadership. (41%)

The number in parentheses indicates the percent of respondents who either agreed or strongly agreed with this statement. The overall score in this category was 45% positive and 26% negative.

Employees who were most satisfied in this area are either those who (1) are 60-64 year of age, (2) have been here less than two years, or (3) expect to stay 6-9 years.

The Employee Relations Committee and the HR Strategy Team will be analyzing the data further to determine specific things we can do to improve policies, resources and efficiency.

What suggestions do you have?

Collaboration

One of the categories evaluated in the Employee Engagement Survey is called "Collaboration." The questions that address this issue include:

* We have opportunities to contribute to important decisions in my department. (49%)
* People in my department work well together. (54%)
* I can count on people to cooperate across departments. (44%)
* There's a sense that we're all on the same team at this institute. (28%)

The number in parentheses indicates the percent of respondents who either agreed or strongly agreed with this statement. The overall score in this category was 43% positive and 21% negative.

Employees who were most satisfied in this area are either those who (1) are 40-44 year of age, (2) have been here less than two years, or (3) expect to stay 6-9 years.

The Employee Relations Committee and the HR Strategy Team will be analyzing the data further to determine specific things we can do to improve policies, resources and efficiency.

What suggestions do you have?

UT System

One of the categories evaluated in the Employee Engagement Survey referred to the "UT System." The questions in this area include:

* I have colleagues or peers who give me career advice or guidance when I need it. (71%)
* People in my department value my work. (72%)
* I understand the performance standards that apply to my job and work. (79%)
* I understand pay policies that apply to me. (70%)
* I understand how merit increases are determined. (53%)
* This institute has taken steps to enhance the climate for racial/ethnic minority administrators/staff. (72%)
* I would rate my institute as a very good pace for individuals from an underrepresented (non-majority) identity group. (66%)
* I understand the UT System's role in supporting individual campuses and institutes. (64%)
*The UT System communicates system-wide news and policies effectively. (69%)
* The UT System provides adequate support to this campus. (63%)

The number in parentheses indicates the percent of respondents who either agreed or strongly agreed with this statement. The overall score in this category was 67% positive and 10% negative.

Employees who were most satisfied in this area are either those who (1) are 60-64 year of age, (2) have been here four or fewer years, or (3) expect to stay 3-5 years.

The Employee Relations Committee and the HR Strategy Team will be analyzing the data further to determine specific things we can do to improve policies, resources and efficiency.

What suggestions do you have?

Respect and Appreciation

One of the categories evaluated in the Employee Engagement Survey is called "Respect and Appreciation." The questions that address this issue include:

* I am regularly recognized for my contributions. (47%)
* Our recognition and awards programs are meaningful to me. (46%)
* At this institute, people are supportive of their colleagues regardless of their heritage or background. (72%)
* We celebrate significant milestones and important accomplishments at this institute. (56%)

The number in parentheses indicates the percent of respondents who either agreed or strongly agreed with this statement. The overall score in this category was 56% positive and 13% negative.

Employees who were most satisfied in this area are either those who (1) are 30-34 year of age, (2) have been here 2-4 years, or (3) expect to stay 6-9 years.

The Employee Relations Committee and the HR Strategy Team will be analyzing the data further to determine specific things we can do to improve policies, resources and efficiency.

What suggestions do you have?

Fairness

One of the categories evaluated in the Employee Engagement Survey is called "Fairness." The questions that address this issue include:

* I can speak up or challenge a traditional way of doing something without fear of harming my career. (41%)
* Promotions in my department are based on a person's ability. (38%)
* Issues of low performance are addressed in my department. (38%)
* The institute's policies and practices ensure fair treatment for administration and staff. (40%)
*This institute has clear and effective procedures for dealing with discrimination. (70%)

The number in parentheses indicates the percent of respondents who either agreed or strongly agreed with this statement. The overall score in this category was 45% positive and 11% negative.

Employees who were most satisfied in this area are either those who (1) are 60-64 year of age, (2) have been here less than two years, or (3) expect to stay 6-9 years.

The Employee Relations Committee and the HR Strategy Team will be analyzing the data further to determine specific things we can do to improve policies, resources and efficiency.

What suggestions do you have?

Communication

One of the categories evaluated in the Employee Engagement Survey is called "Communication." The questions that address this issue include:

* When I offer a new idea, I believe it will be fully considered (48%)
* In my department, we communicate openly about issues that impact each other's work (49%)
* Changes that affect me are discussed prior to being implemented (32%)
* At this institute, we dicuss and debate issues respectfully to get better results (31%)

The number in parentheses indicates the percent of respondents who either agreed or strongly agreed with this statement. The overall score in this category was 40% positive and 26% negative.

Employees who were most satisfied in this area are either those who (1) are 40-44 or 55-59 years of age, (2) have been here less than two years, or (3) plan to stay 6-9 years.

The Employee Relations Committee and the HR Strategy Team will be analyzing the data further to determine specific things we can do to improve facilities.

What suggestions do you have?

Staff Relations

One of the categories evaluated in the Employee Engagement Survey is "Staff Relations." The questions that address these issue include:

* Faculty, administration and staff work together to ensure the success of institue programs and initiatives. (57%)
* There is regular and open communication among faculty, administration and staff. (37%)

The number in parentheses indicates the percent of respondents who either agreed or strongly agreed with this statement. The overall score in this category was 47% positive and 19% negative.

Employees who were most satisfied in this area are either those who (1) are 60-64 years of age, (2) have been here less than two years, or (3) plan to stay 6-9 years.

The Employee Relations Committee and the HR Strategy Team will be analyzing the data further to determine specific things we can do to improve facilities.

What suggestions do you have?