Performance Appraisals

Performance management is a vital aspect of Human Resources that focuses on ensuring employees' work aligns with the organization's goals and standards. It encompasses setting clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and evaluating performance through regular appraisals. For a new HR professional, understanding performance management is essential because it directly impacts employee engagement, productivity, and overall organizational success.

In the West Virginia Division of Personnel's merit system, HR plays a vital role in maintaining the integrity of the evaluation process by adhering to established policies and ensuring that both managers and employees are properly onboarded to these policies and to the system of record, NEOGOV Perform. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability, HR helps employees develop their skills, achieve their goals, and contribute to the organization's mission. This, in turn, enhances job satisfaction, retention, and the organization's ability to meet its objectives.