Growth, Planning, and Support

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is GPS?
   • GPS stands for Growth, Planning and Support. It is a program designed for staff employees and supervisors to engage in conversation about performance, goals and other work involvement. It is the College’s performance evaluation method for staff positions.
2. Is GPS program voluntary?
   • The GPS program is an expectation for all full-time and part-time employees. Supervisors are responsible for completing reviews for their employees.
3. How often do we need to complete the GPS?
   • GPS meetings are to take place at a minimum of two times a year. Follow-up meetings/check-ins with employees should be as frequent as necessary.
4. Who is responsible for submitting the Etrieve form?
   • The employee will submit the Etrieve form. From the employee, the form will route to the supervisor, who will then include an overall view of recent performance. The employee will get an email acknowledgement once the supervisor submits the form.
5. Can an employee request GPS if the supervisor doesn’t initiate it?
   • Yes, an employee may request a GPS meeting with their supervisor. We advise the meeting be schedule with plenty of time for both the supervisor and employee to be prepared.
6. May we continue to do the GPS quarterly?
   • GPS meetings are a minimum of two times a year, supervisors and employees may elect to do more as needed.
7. Is this for full-time and part-time employees?
   • We care about the growth, planning and support of all staff employees. Supervisors are responsible for completing reviews for each employee.
8. Can I add an attachment to the Etrieve Acknowledgement Form?
   • Employees can upload attachments.
   • Employees can upload attachments.
9. Where can I find GPS Training?
   • Staff Development Catalog