Resources
Below you will find resources to assist you with the UR Engaged process in four categories:
- General Resources for UR Engaged
- Resources for Check-Ins
- Resources for Competencies & Goals
- Resources for the Continuum of Contribution
General Resources for UR Engaged
Videos
Resources for Check-Ins
Recommended Schedule for Check-In Conversations between Managers & Employees
CHECK-IN #1 (JULY-AUGUST)Your first check-in of the performance cycle should be held in the July-August timeframe. During this check-in you will collaborate to identify goals and/or competencies to work on during this performance cycle.
CHECK-IN #2 (OCTOBER - NOVEMBER)Your second check-in of the performance cycle should be held in the October - November timeframe. This check-in will be an update on progress made since the beginning of the performance cycle.
CHECK-IN #3 (JANUARY - FEBRUARY)Your third check-in of the performance cycle should be held in the January - February timeframe. This check-in will be an update on progress made since the last check-in.
CHECK-IN #4 (APRIL - MAY)Your fourth and final check-in of the performance cycle should be held in the April-May timeframe. This check-in is a review of accomplishments throughout the performance cycle.
Job Aids
Videos
Resources for Competencies & Goals
The competencies customized for University employees are:
Accountability | Collaboration | Communication | Service Orientation |
Relationship Building | Problem Solving | Self-Awareness | Trust & Integrity |
Embraces Diversity | Flexibility & Adaptability | Judgment & Decision-Making | Reliability |
Creativity | Self-Development |
To read the full descriptions of each competency, visit the Competency Library. *Note: clicking this link will take you to the SSO (single-sign on) Talent Web page. Once logged in, click "Create" at the top right, and then "Library" at the top right. You can also download a PDF version of the competencies and goals that you have developed with your manager on this page.
Job Aids:
- SMART Goals Worksheet (PDF)
- Examples of SMART goals (PDF)
- UR Talent Web Goal Setting Tip Sheet (PDF)
- UR Employee Competency List (PDF)
- How to Enter a Competency (PDF)
- How to Enter a Goal (PDF)