The staff was asked to suggest ways the agency could improve performance in each of the constructs. An explanation is provided for each of the five constructs, followed by a summary of management responses to issues identified by that construct. Summary of Agency Response Fairness Increase staff awareness through instructional activities such as publications in agency newsletter and posting of information concerning the agency's performance evaluation system and merit and promotion policies on the Intranet. Supervisory Effectiveness Continuously refine and publicize management standards. Increase educational opportunities for all managers.
Empowerment Continue to increase staff input into the decision making process.
Disseminate needed information more quickly and efficiently. Create a non-manager staff review board. Fair Pay Take full advantage of all legislatively approved options. Internal Communication Continue interdepartmental alignment efforts. Continue opportunities for feedback, including formal and informal meetings, suggestions boxes, and workgroups.