HR to Launch New Performance Evaluation System
March 23, 2015
New Online Performance-Management System
Human Resources announced last week the upcoming launch of Halogen, an online performance-management system that will be used as UC Merced transitions to a performance-based, merit compensation model for staff. HR is working with Information Technology to implement the online tool for this year’s performance cycle, which covers the 2014-15 fiscal year. Consistent with past practice, performance appraisals must be completed on or before Aug. 15.
Management Development Program Deadline March 27
Friday is the last day to submit nominations for cycle two of the Management Development Program. Nominations are due by 5 p.m. The UC Management Development Program is a systemwide initiative designed to strengthen leadership capabilities in the following UC Core Competency areas: people management, employee management, influence and change management. This program is relevant to the demands facing university managers and benefits managers who manage other managers, supervisors and leaders of complex programs or projects. Senior leaders can also benefit from this program and are encouraged to attend. For additional information, email hrtraining@ucmerced.edu or call 209-228-8247.
CAMP Registration Starts April 17
Beginning April 17, applications will be accepted for the Career Advancement Mentorship Program (CAMP) for staff members. The program matches experienced staff members with colleagues who seek mentoring and professional development. The program starts July 1 and runs through June 30, 2016. People interested in becoming mentors or mentees can apply online for the program. Applications are due by noon May 29.
Professional Development Workshops
Below are the professional development courses available through April:
- April 1: Conducting Performance Appraisals
- April 9: Creating Cultural Awareness – Attitudes and Behavior
- April 14: Time Management
- April 15: Coaching to Improve Performance
- April 16: Managing Change for Supervisors
- April 21: Crucial Conversations – Session One
- April 27: Supervising According to Union Contracts
- April 28: Crucial Conversations – Session Two
- April 29: Delegating for Success and Accountability
To register:
- Log in to the UC Learning Center using your UC Merced Net ID.
- Search for training by name in the search bar on the left of your screen.
- Select the course you are interested in, and click “Register” to see offerings, schedule and location details.
- Check the box next to the class that fits your needs and click “Submit” to register.
For information, email hrtraining@ucmerced.edu or call 209-228-8247.
New Employee Orientation, Resources
The next new employee orientation is from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. April 3 in the Chancellor's Conference Room (KL 232). For information, visit the new employee orientation webpage.
The first few weeks in a new job can be challenging. To ease the stress of settling in, Human Resources has compiled a list of resources to assist new employees in acclimating to the university. Whether you are new to UC Merced or in a position of supervising others, you will find value in this tool.
