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Kansas State University

Unclassified Professionals Survey

 

This survey consists of a series of statements about various aspects of work life at Kansas State University.  It is intended for unclassified professionals in academic support areas, Sutdent Services, Administration & Finance, Extension, and Agriculture Experiment Station.  Please read each statement.  Using the rating scale provided, please circle the appropriate number to each statement.  Space is provided for written comments. This survey will take approximately 10-12 minutes to complete.

 

1=Don't know/Doesn't apply
2=Strongly disagree
3= Disagree
4=Agree
5=Strongly agree

 

Part A:  Work Environment

1.  My department/unit provides a work environment where:

 

a.       Harassment and discrimination are not tolerated................................................ 1   2   3   4   5

 

b.      There is respect, openness, cooperation and trust............................................. 1   2   3   4   5

 

c.       Employees and students are not subjected to discrimination.............................. 1   2   3   4   5

 

d.      All employees have equal opportunity for advancement..................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

e.       All employees receive the support and resources they need to succeed............. 1   2   3   4   5

 

f.        All employees have access to key people......................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

 

2.  My department/unit provides adequate:

 

  1. Work space.................................................................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

b.      Equipment....................................................................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

c.       Administrative support from student workers and employees............................ 1   2   3   4   5

 

 

Part B:  Polices and Procedures

Policies and procedures of the university in my department/unit are

                

  1. Clearly communicated...................................................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

2.      Widely disseminated........................................................................................ 1   2   3   4   5

 

  1. Rigorously followed......................................................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

  1. Strongly supported.......................................................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

Part C:  Professional Development

In my department/unit:

 

1.      Funds for professional development are provided equitably............................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

2.      Employees are encouraged to identify professional development

      needs and opportunities................................................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

3.      Professional development opportunities through conferences

      and seminars are well publicized....................................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

4.      Employees have meaningful opportunities for professional

      growth through work assignments, service on task forces

      or committees.................................................................................................. 1   2   3   4   5

 

5.      Career advancement and promotional opportunities are

available for qualified employees...................................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

 

 

Part D:  Job Expectations and Feedback

In my department/unit:

 

1.      Written position descriptions are available........................................................ 1   2   3   4   5

 

2.      Job titles accurately reflect the level, scope, and complexity

      of duties.......................................................................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

  1. Job expectations are clearly communicated during the annual

      performance appraisal...................................................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

  1. Job expectations are clearly communicated when assignments

      are given.......................................................................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

  1. Communications include honest feedback about performance........................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

  1. Employees feel free to express opinions during performance

      reviews............................................................................................................ 1   2   3   4   5

 

  1. Periodic performance reviews are held to discuss progress

      towards goals.................................................................................................. 1   2   3   4   5

 

  1. Performance appraisals consider all relevant factors that

      affect performance........................................................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

  1. Written performance descriptions are used to evaluate job

      performance.................................................................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

 

 

 

Part E:  Budget Authority and Salary

In my department/unit:

 

1.      Managers/directors have appropriate budget authority...................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

2.      Salary is based on the skill, effort and responsibility of positions........................ 1   2   3   4   5

 

3.      Differences in salary are due to merit factors..................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

4.      Differences in salary are due to longevity factors............................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

 

 

 

Part F:  Mentoring

In my department/unit:

 

1.      Mentors are available....................................................................................... 1   2   3   4   5

 

2.      Mentor-protégée relationships are encouraged................................................. 1   2   3   4   5

 

 

 

 

Part G:  Demographics  - Please provide the following information.  Demographics are important in being able to summarize the results in terms of various groups.  However, if you are concerned about identifying yourself with this information please leave it blank except for the Unit information.

 

Department Name:                                                                            Sex:                                                                            

(The list of departments goes here.)                                                       _____ Male

                                                                                                            _____ Female 

 

Are you disabled?                                                                              Ethnic Background

 

_____ Yes                                                                                           _____ African American

_____ No                                                                                            _____ Caucasian

                                                                                                            _____ Hispanic

                                                                                                            _____ American Indian

Military Status:                                                                                  _____ Asian

_____ No military service                                                                     _____ Other

_____ Eligible Vietnam era vet

_____ Other eligible U.S. veteran

_____ Active reserve

_____ Inactive reserve

_____ Retired military

 


Part H: Other Issues and Comments Following are opportunities for you to provide any additional information, comments, or insights to the previous areas that may not have been covered.  (Attach additional sheets if necessary.)

 

 

37. Work Environment

 

 

 

 

 

 

38. Polices and Procedures

 

 

 

 

 

 

39. Professional Development

 

 

 

 

 

 

40. Job Expectations and Feedback

 

 

 

 

 

 

41. Budget Authority and Salary

 

 

 

 

 

 

42. Mentoring

 

 

 

 

 

 

43. Additional Comments Please list any additional comments not covered above.