Performance Management Directory

Performance Management Resource Directory

Topic	Source	Description
Online GPS Tool Resources	GPS On-Line Tool	Log into Campus Portal then select the Employee Tab. Look for the blue globe of the GPS channel and select GPS on-line tool.
	Guide to Getting Started Overview for Classified Staff Overview for Research Staff Overview for Supervisors Supervisors' Dashboards & Reports	Quick Reference Guides... a series of 1-2 page guides to help users access and navigate the online GPS tool. These guides are based on the original GPS process introduced in 2008. For an explanation of the streamlined process being rolled out for everyone in 2012, see the GPS Short Form Process handout.
	GPS User Guide	The user guide provides a detailed step by step walkthrough of the key functionality and processes of the online GPS tool..
	eLearning Tutorial	This tutorial provides an overview of the performance management process using the online GPS tool for both staff and supervisors.
GPS Performance Management Training Visit the Workplace Learning Calendar to find upcoming sessions	GPS Performance Management Workshops:	Attend a GPS Workshop for general information, online tool demonstration, and explanation of the appraisal process.Contact Linda at 85195 or linda.parks@lehigh.edu for information or to register.
	GPS Appraisal Labs:	GPS Labs provide an opportunity to work on self-appraisals or supervisor assessments in a computer lab, away from distractions and with an HR rep available for assistance.
	How to Receive a Performance Appraisal:	The key is to be prepared for the performance meeting. This workshop provides a wealth of information on preparing a self-appraisal, identifying accomplishments, writing goals, and more!
	Performance Appraisal Clinic:	This session provides the opportunity for managers and supervisors to discuss challenging performance appraisal situations in an informal environment.
	GPS Appraisal Handbook	The handbook provides general information and guidance for the GPS performance appraisal process.
GPS Training Handouts	Overview of GPS Process	Designed for new faculty/staff with supervisory responsibility, this handout provides an overview of the GPS performance management process.
	GPS Short Form Process	New for 2012, this handout explains the GPS Short Form and describes the workflow steps in the appraisal process.
	Assigning Weighting Factors	Defines the purpose and use of priority weighting factors within GPS performance management.
	GPS Appraisal Rating Scale	Explains the appraisal rating scale descriptors and numerical equivalents used in the GPS short form.
	Setting Goals	Defines types of goals, S.M.A.R.T. acronym, and includes suggestions for setting goals.
	Updating Goal Plans for 2012	Describes how to use the "Copy From Other Goal Plan" feature to move forward key accountabilities and applicable goals from 2011 to 2012 so that they appear in the 2012 GPS Appraisal Form.
	My Goals Tab	Explains how to copy, rearrange, and edit goals using the My Goals tab of the online GPS tool.
	Supervisor's Dashboards & Reports	Explains how to monitor team performance using the Dashboards and Reports tabs of the online GPS tool.
Glossary of Terms	GPS Glossary of Terms	A glossary of common terms related to GPS performance management.
Performance Management Cycle	Setting Expectations	Information about the first phase of the cycle.
	Ongoing Tracking and Feedback	Information about the second phase of the cycle.
	Reviewing Results	Information about the third phase of the cycle.
Success Factors	Core & Managerial Success Factors	An introduction to the core and managerial success factors. Includes definitions and the associated behaviors of each success factor.