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  Performance Elements

  The Rater will evaluate the officer on the following 8 performance elements in relation to the needs of the position. The elements are as follows:

  1. Leadership – Demonstrates and communicates vision and sense of purpose; nurtures an environment conducive to accomplishing the organization’s mission
  2. Initiative and Growth – Recognizes and acts on programmatic and personal developmental needs, resulting in advancement of programmatic goals and growth in professional skills
  3. Communication Skills – Conveys clear and succinct written and verbal messages that are appropriate to the audience. Listens to and understands information from others
  4. Interpersonal Skills – Facilitates relationships in a manner that motivates others to maximize their abilities, skills, and knowledge to affect the desired outcomes
  5. Planning and Organization – Balances workload to ensure timely completion of projects, accommodating multiple and changing priorities
  6. Professional Competencies – Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities to function successfully in the position
  7. Analysis, Judgment and Decision-Making – Identifies and considers information in order to reach sound conclusions and take appropriate actions
  8. Overall Effectiveness – Synthesis of Officer’s performance, and impact on program in current position

  The Rater will score the officer on a 7 point scale for each performance element. The scoring is as follows:

  <2.0 Unsatisfactory
  ≥2.0 to <4.0 Marginal
  ≥4.0 Satisfactory
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