Managerial Evaluation

The Annual Managerial Evaluation process enables managers to self-evaluate their performance and enter into a dialogue with their unit and division leaders regarding the manager’s performance. Managers are evaluated based on their performance during the prior calendar year.

Managerial Staff Evaluation 2026 – 2027

As evaluation timelines are confirmed for the 2026-2027 academic year, you will find them here.

Evaluation Framework

Managerial Rating Scale

Outstanding – Performance far exceeded expectations; based on exceptionally high quality of work, completion of a major goal or project, or unique contribution to the unit, department, or University.
Exceeds Expectations – Performance exceeded expectations; based on achievement of goals, objectives and targets
Meets Expectations – Performance met expectations; based on achievement of goals, objectives and targets.
Needs Improvement – Performance met expectations inconsistently; based on achievement of goals, objectives and targets.
Unsatisfactory – Performance was unsatisfactory and failed to meet minimum expectations.

Managerial Competencies

(2019-2020 Managerial Competency Framework)

Each year, managers are evaluated on the following competencies:

Community – Connecting to community through strategic partnerships, collaborations and services.
Innovation – Embracing innovation, experimentation and creativity for excellence and efficiency.
Social Justice – Understanding and working to dismantle barriers to the opportunities and privileges appropriate to all residence of New Jersey.
Success – Continually promoting academic excellence and post-graduate achievement.
Sustainability – Building practices and programs for long-term survival and flourishing of the University.