Performance Management

The Commonwealth's performance evaluation process of state merit employees is an important part of an employee’s work life. The system establishes clear performance goals, recognizes outstanding performance and encourages productive communication with an employee’s supervisor.

The system was developed to assist with communication between the employee and supervisor (evaluator) and includes planning, coaching, feedback, documentation and annual performance evaluation. Performance evaluations are important opportunities for supervisors and employees to share in an open dialog, set goals and methods of attaining goals, and discuss an employee's individual performance.​

Information pertaining to Performance Evaluations is available on this page.

Legal References

​KRS 18A.110 (7) (j)
101 KAR 2:190

MyPERFORMANCE - Employee Evaluations in MyPURPOSE

   Guide to Performance Management - a step-by-step system manual to Performance in MyPURPOSE!  

General Resources

• Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• Answers to Frequently Asked Questions for Employees (FAQ)
  
• Task Step Progression
• Competencies
• Evaluation Rating Scale

Tools for Evaluators/Supervisors

• Evaluation Do and Don'ts
• Tips for Performance Feedback
• Types of Rater Bias
• Answers to Frequently Asked Questions for Evaluators (FAQ)
• Step Status Report Instructions for Evaluators
• Core Compentency Rating Criteria
• Employees on Leave Guidance
• Performance Improvement Plan - (for employees not participating in MyPERFORMANCE)
  
• Click Here to acess a general overview of MyPERFORMANCE.
  
• Click Here to access a tutorial on how to complete the Evaluator Rating step within the Year-End Interim Review/Final Evaluation task.
  
• Click Here to access a tutorial on how to launch a New Position Plan for an employee.
  
• Click Here to access a tutorial on how to launch a Performance Improvement Plan for an employee. 
  

Tools for Agency Administrators

• Performance Management Agency Administrator Manual
  
• Performance Management Reporting Manual - Version 6/2021
  
• Performance Management Reporting Manual - Version 5/2022
  
• Reporting 2.0 Quick Reference Guide
  
• Extension Request Guidance
  
• Extension Request Form 
  

Training and Development

 The following courses are available to employees for self-registration through MyPURPOSE.

Performance with a Purpose
This instructor-led training (ILT) is mandated by law for all supervisors who complete performance evaluations unless provided by your agency personnel. This course is required for all evaluators and provides in-depth knowledge on the Employee Performance Evaluation System. This course provides an overview of the performance management process and the basic skills needed to manage and evaluate performance within the merit system. This course defines and reviews the three phases of performance management and the requirements of 101 KAR 2:190. This training should be a prerequisite to the online tutorial “Guide to Performance Management for Evaluators”.

Guide to Performance Management for Evaluators
This online tutorial provides the basics of the Performance module in MyPURPOSE and outlines the evaluator's role in the system for Annual Performance Planning, Mid-Year Interim Review and Year-End Interim Review/Final Evaluation. This tutorial is required for all evaluators who have employees eligible for a performance evaluation.

Guide to Performance Management for Employees
This online tutorial provides the basics of the Performance module in MyPURPOSE and outlines the employee's role in the system for Annual Performance Planning, Mid-Year Interim Review and Year-End Interim Review/Final Evaluation. 

Need help?

Please contact your Agency Performance Management Administrator for any performance related matters.

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