Annual Performance Cycle (July 1 - June 30)
Performance Planning (July 1 - August 31)
Establish expectations, goals, development priorities, and values-based behaviors.
Coaching & Feedback (October 1-31 and January 1- 31)
Discuss progress, provide feedback, and adjust priorities as needed.
Year-End Evaluation (June 1 - June 30)
Review accomplishments, complete evaluations, and prepare goals for the next cycle.
Performance Planning Requirements
Employees and managers should identify:
- Core Duties: 1-3 key areas of focus
- Goals & Objectives: 2 performance goals and 1 professional development goal using the SMART framework
- Values: 1-3 behaviors that demonstrate Ohio State's Shared Values
Enter all information in the Buckeye Performance System after your planning discussion.
Resources
- Buckeye Performance Management Information
- Performance Planning Phase Guidance
- Buckeye Performance Ratings Tool
Flexible Work Agreement Reminder
Employees working remotely, hybrid, compressed schedules, or other flexible arrangements must maintain a current Flexible Work Agreement. Review and renew annually during performance planning. Flexible Work webpage