4.9 Employee Evaluation Policy

Policy Information

Number: 4.9

Name: Employee Evaluation Policy

Effective Date: June 2, 2026

Next Review Date: AY 2030–2031

Regulatory Authority:

• Minnesota State Board Policy 4.9 – Employee Evaluation
• MN Statute 43A.20 – Performance Appraisal and Pay

Part 1. Policy Background

In accordance with Minnesota State Board Policy 4.9 and MN Statute 43 A.20, the purpose of evaluation is to demonstrate the quality and effectiveness of the employee’s work on an annual basis and to determine successful completion of probationary status. Additionally, the College employs evaluation as one component of employee professional development. Evaluation is designed to support individuals in becoming outstanding employees who provide the best possible service, learning opportunities, and guidance for our students and other employees.

Part 2. Definitions

Subpart A. Full Time Employee

An employee that is scheduled to work 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

Subpart B. Part-Time Employee

An employee that is scheduled to work less than 40 per week, 52 weeks per year.

Subpart C. Full Time, Seasonal Employee

An employee that is scheduled to work 40 hours per week, during the academic calendar with time off, including semester breaks and summer, when faculty and students are not scheduled to be on campus.

Subpart D. Part Time, Seasonal Employee

An employee that is scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, during the academic calendar with time off, including semester breaks and summer, when faculty and students are not scheduled to be on campus.

Part 3. Evaluation Process

Implementation of the employee evaluation process will be conducted in accordance with the Procedures on Faculty, Staff, and Administrator Evaluation.

Part 4. Campus Review

History

• Adoption under Ann Wynia on 12–19–07 as VI.07.06, Replaces VI.07.01 through VI.07.04
• Revised, Spring 2013
• Revised Fall 2020
• Reviewed Spring 2021, formatting changes only. Approved 26 May 2021 by President Rolando Garcia.
• Reviewed Spring 2026