The 2026 annual staff performance review process will begin Monday, April 13. Please review the following information on the timeline, merit process, and online resources for conducting self and employee reviews. (Note that University Advancement employees have different timelines, which will be communicated separately.)
The timing for this year’s process is:
- April 13 – May 1: Employees complete self-evaluations and the results section of the performance management form, send to their supervisor by May 1
- May 11 – 22: Merit documents sent to budget liaisons, senior leaders. Leaders should use performance management documentation to inform merit decisions.
- May 18 – June 5: Supervisors conduct performance review meetings, submit written reviews to employees. Reviews completed, signed and sent to HR by June 5.
- May 25 – June 4: Deans and Executive Leadership Team review merit awards
- June 15 – 26: Once the Budget Office has communicated that the review of merit increases has been completed and approved, supervisors may communicate merit awards to employees.
- July 1: Merit increases applied
The annual performance review process is designed to support and develop employees by providing specific feedback on their goals and job responsibilities through both one-on-one conversations with their supervisor and a written review document.
The Performance Management Form and a complete guide to the performance management process is available on the Human Resources website.
The annual review process and conversation address not only the job content (the “what” of the role), but also how the work was accomplished. Providing employees with feedback on their job performance is critical in creating an engaged workforce that aligns with and delivers on the university’s strategy and goals while exemplifying our mission.
Training sessions offered to prepare for performance reviews
HR is offering two training programs to assist with the performance review process — one for employees, another for supervisors.
Preparing for your own performance review and your role in the performance review process — FOR EMPLOYEES
Wednesday, April 15, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. via Microsoft Teams
Register online.
Preparing for performance reviews and your role in the performance review process — FOR SUPERVISORS
Wednesday, April 22, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. via Microsoft Teams
Register online.
