The University of Wisconsin–Madison is committed to supporting all employees to meet their career and professional goals, as well as supporting the university’s need to maintain a high-performing workforce. Effective performance management strategies position the university to provide employees with developmental opportunities, better recognize performance that exceeds expectations, and support employees who need to improve performance.
Performance Management Resources
Performance Management Tools and Resources:
Performance Management Training Slides
Performance Management FAQ
Setting goals and Expectations Worksheet
Manager/Supervisor Compensation Resources
If you have PMDP system or other performance management questions, please reach out to Human Resources at hr@education.wisc.edu
Additional Resources:
For information about the online Performance Management Development Program (PMDP) system, consult the PMDP System Guide for details on how to use the system.
Corrective Action and Coaching
If you have an employee who is not meeting the expectations of the position, please consult with your department administrator and SoE HR staff. The following information is designed to assist both supervisor and employee get back on track to be successful within their position and unit/department.
- Training offered by UW–Madison OHR
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- For supervisors (Fully Prepared to Lead)
- For employees (Fully Prepared to Lead)
- For supervisors/employees (Introduction to SMART Goals)
- Training offered by the School of Education
- For supervisors (Having Difficult Conversations; Supervising, Managing, Coaching, Mentoring, and Leading; Supervision and Performance Management)
- For employees (Setting Effective Goals; Managing Up; Having Difficult Conversations)
- For supervisors/employees (Giving and Receiving Feedback; Inclusive Work Environments)
Resources
- Corrective Progressive Discipline for University Staff
- Discipline, Dismissal, and Non-Renewal for Academic Staff (performance)
- Discipline, Dismissal, and Non-Renewal for Faculty (performance)
- Employee Assistance Office
- University Ombuds Office
- UW System Classified Employee Work Rules
- University Staff Grievances Policy
- Academic Staff Grievances Policy
- Faculty Grievances Policy
- Whistleblowers Law