When you have access to resources and policies from UW–Madison and are supported in your efforts by supervisors and leadership, you can be engaged, find growth, and achieve goals throughout your career at UW–Madison.
Engagement
Engaged employees feel valued by their organization. Using self-assessment, exploration, and career planning tools to create developmental goals, an engaged employee takes pride in their work. These goals can then be integrated into performance management and aligned with organizational needs with support from unit leadership.
Growth
Employees at all levels will have the opportunity to grow skills through appropriate formal and informal training. Supervisors help employees go “above and beyond” by supporting on-the-job learning opportunities where engaged employees can build skills through experience.
Achievement
As engaged employees develop skills and gain experience, they become ready to take on new responsibilities or roles within UW–Madison. When employees achieve their goals they are able to find opportunities that stretch their abilities and become fully engaged in their long-term career development.
UW–Madison Finance and Administration Strategic Plan of Action 2018–2022
Be the best place to work
Develop a culture that positions employees to excel in their current position and achieve career aspirations while delivering the core missions of the institution. Expand competitiveness in marketplace to build and retain a highly competent and diverse workforce.
Professional Development
Invest in our workforce by enhancing professional development with a focus on skill-building and preparing staff for future advancement.
—Mark Walters, Chief Human Resources Officer