Projects
ECDC Ad Hoc Committee Report Update
In the fall of 2008, the Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) Ad Hoc Committee submitted a comprehensive report to John Affleck-Graves regarding the finances and operations of the childcare facility. A list of frequently asked questions about the final recommendations included in the report as well as the University’s response can be found at the following link: https://www3.nd.edu/~execvp/docs/ECDC_FAQ_final.pdf..
ND Voice
ND Voice is a confidential employee survey. It allows University employees to express views on a variety of issues relating to their employment and responsibilities. The questionnaire was developed in conjunction with Towers Perrin-ISR, an independent consulting firm, and covers a number of important topics, such as leadership, teamwork, training and development, and empowerment. Results of the ND Voice 2008 survey were presented to University employees in February 2009.
To view the University-wide survey results, please access the following link (your net id and password is required): https://www3.nd.edu/~execvp/docs/ND_Voice_Overall_final.ppt.. Additional information about the survey and upcoming action items can be found at http://www.hr.nd.edu/employee_relations/ndvoice.shtml.
Improve ND
ImproveND is a survey that offers an opportunity for all faculty and staff to provide feedback regarding the quality of various internal services at Notre Dame. University leadership intends to use the results of the survey to confirm areas of strength, as well as identify opportunities for improvement as Notre Dame strives for service excellence. The questionnaire items were developed by the University and Towers Perrin-ISR, an independent consulting firm, and cover a wide range of campus services. Different versions of the survey were created for groupings of faculty and staff that utilize various services to perform their jobs. Additional information about Improve ND can be found at http://evp.nd.edu/projects/improve-nd.
Presidential Awards
This spring employees have the opportunity to nominate a colleague for two Presidential Awards, one designed to recognize individuals for their significant achievements to the betterment of the University and another for those whose actions exemplify Notre Dame’s Core Values.
Presidential Achievement Award
The Presidential Achievement Award will be awarded to a regular staff employee, exempt or non-exempt, who has accomplished a significant achievement over the past calendar year or has measurably contributed on a regular basis to the overall mission of the University. Nominees typically will have accomplished a significant achievement in one or more of the following areas: an improvement in productivity, a creative solution to a significant problem, a break-through effort that resulted in extraordinary innovation or improvement, a contribution that significantly impacted the University’s long-term success, or a suggestion that resulted in a reduction in cost.
All nominees are expected to positively demonstrate the University’s Core Values (Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, Leadership in Mission and Leadership in Excellence).
Presidential Values Award
The Presidential Values Award will recognize a staff employee, exempt or non-exempt, who lives the University’s mission and is a role model exemplifying all of the Core Values.
Nomination Process
- Nominations may be made by any Notre Dame employee.
- A Selection Committee will review and evaluate each of the nominations and then present their rankings to John Affleck-Graves and Bob McQuade, Associate Vice President for Human Resources.
For more information or to nominate a colleague, please visit http://hr.nd.edu/employee_relations/staff_recognition.shtml.
ND Renew
ND Renew is the third phase of a project to review the University’s compensation policies, philosophy, and position structure. This phase includes a review of the position structure for all non-faculty positions as well as a benchmarking exercise with external organizations from which the University recruits talent. Between mid-February and mid-March, employees will be asked to complete a position questionnaire or review a questionnaire that details their job responsibilities and duties. Should you have any questions about this project or the questionnaires, please contact the askHR Customer Service Center at 631-5900.
Economic Impact of the University of Notre Dame: South Bend, St. Joseph County, and Indiana
An executive summary of “The Economic Impact of the University of Notre Dame: South Bend, St. Joseph County, and Indiana” can now be accessed at the following url: http://impact.nd.edu/. This study, commissioned every five years, provides an overview of the University’s volunteer contributions to local organizations, jobs created for area residents, and overall fiscal impact on our economy. The study was conducted by Appleseed Economic Consultants, a firm that provides economic and social research and analysis, economic development planning, and strategic program development services.
