§ 250.302 - Survey requirements.

§ 250.302 Survey requirements.

(a) Each executive agency must conduct an annual survey of its employees containing the definitions and each question in this subpart.

(b

to assess topics outlined in the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2004, Public Law 108–136, sec. 1128, codified at 5 U.S.C. 7101.

(1) Each executive agency may include additional survey questions unique to the agency in addition to the

prescribed

employee survey questions prescribed by OPM under paragraph (

c

a)(2) of this section.

(

c

2) The

definitions and 45

16 prescribed

employee

survey questions

and response choices

are listed in the following

tables:

Key terms	Definitions
Agency	An executive agency as defined in 5 U.S.C. 105.
Executives	Members of the Senior Executive Service or equivalent.
Leaders	An agency's management team. This includes anyone with supervisory or managerial duties.
Managers	Those individuals in management positions who typically supervise one or more supervisors.
Organization	An agency, office, or division.
Supervisors	First-line supervisors who do not supervise other supervisors; typically those who are responsible for employees' performance appraisals and approval of their leave.
Team leaders	Those who provide employees with day-to-day guidance in work projects, but do not have supervisory responsibilities or conduct performance appraisals.
Work unit	An immediate work unit headed by an immediate supervisor.

Employee survey questions Employee response choices Personal Work Experiences (1) The people I work with cooperate to get the job doneStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, or Strongly Disagree. (2) I am given a real opportunity to improve my skills in my organizationStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, or Strongly Disagree. (3) My work gives me a feeling of personal accomplishmentStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, or Strongly Disagree. (4) I like the kind of work I doStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, or Strongly Disagree. (5) I have trust and confidence in my supervisorStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, or Strongly Disagree. (6) Overall, how good a job do you feel is being done by your immediate supervisor/team leader?Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor, or Very Poor. Recruitment, Development & Retention (7) The workforce has the job-relevant knowledge and skills necessary to accomplish organizational goalsStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (8) My work unit is able to recruit people with the right skillsStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (9) I know how my work relates to the agency's goals and prioritiesStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (10) The work I do is importantStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (11) Physical conditions (for example, noise level, temperature, lighting, cleanliness in the workplace) allow employees to perform their jobs wellStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (12) Supervisors/team leaders in my work unit support employee developmentStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (13) My talents are used well in the workplaceStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (14) My training needs are assessedStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. Performance Culture (15) Promotions in my work unit are based on meritStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (16) In my work unit, steps are taken to deal with a poor performer who cannot or will not improveStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (17) Creativity and innovation are rewardedStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (18) In my most recent performance appraisal, I understood what I had to do to be rated at different performance levels (e.g., Fully Successful, Outstanding)Strongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or No Basis to Judge. (19) In my work unit, differences in performance are recognized in a meaningful wayStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (20) Pay raises depend on how well employees perform their jobsStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree or Do Not Know. (21) My performance appraisal is a fair reflection of my performanceStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (22) Discussions with my supervisor/team leader about my performance are worthwhileStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (23) Managers/supervisors/team leaders work well with employees of different backgroundsStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (24) My supervisor supports my need to balance work and family issuesStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. Leadership (25) I have a high level of respect for my organization's senior leadersStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (26) In my organization, leaders generate high levels of motivation and commitment in the workforceStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (27) Managers review and evaluate the organization's progress toward meeting its goals and objectivesStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (28) Employees are protected from health and safety hazards on the jobStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (29) Employees have a feeling of personal empowerment with respect to work processesStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (30) My workload is reasonableStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (31) Managers communicate the goals and priorities of the organizationStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. (32) My organization has prepared employees for potential security threatsStrongly Agree, Agree, Neither Agree Nor Disagree, Disagree, Strongly Disagree, or Do Not Know. Job Satisfaction (33)

table:

a. Non-Supervisor: You do not supervise other employees. b. Team Leader: You are not an official supervisor; you provide employees with day-to-day guidance in work projects, but do not have supervisory responsibilities or conduct performance appraisals. c. Supervisor: You are responsible for employees' performance appraisals and approval of their leave, but you do not supervise other supervisors. d. Manager: You are in a management position and supervise one or more supervisors. e. Executive: Member of the Senior Executive Service or equivalent. a. Male. b. Female. a. Yes. b. No. a. White. b. Black or African American. c. Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander. d. Asian. e. American Indian or Alaska Native.

(i) Leadership and Management practices that contribute to agency performance
	My work unit has the job-relevant skills necessary to accomplish organizational goals.
	Managers communicate the goals of the organization.
	I believe the results of this survey will be used to make my agency a better place to work.
(ii) Employee Satisfaction with—
(A)	Leadership Policies and Practices:
	How satisfied are you with your involvement in decisions that affect your work?
	How satisfied are you with the information you receive from management on what 's is going on in your organization?	Very Satisfied, Satisfied, Neither Satisfied Nor Dissatisfied, Dissatisfied, or Very Dissatisfied.
	(34) How Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your involvement in decisions that affect your work?	Very Satisfied, Satisfied, Neither Satisfied Nor Dissatisfied, Dissatisfied, or Very Dissatisfied.
(35) How satisfied are you with your opportunity to get a better job in your organization?	Very Satisfied, Satisfied, Neither Satisfied Nor Dissatisfied, Dissatisfied, or Very Dissatisfied.
(36) How satisfied are you with the recognition you receive for doing a good job?	Very Satisfied, Satisfied, Neither Satisfied Nor Dissatisfied, Dissatisfied, or Very Dissatisfied.
(37) How satisfied are you with the policies and practices of your senior leaders?	Very Satisfied, Satisfied, Neither Satisfied Nor Dissatisfied, Dissatisfied, or Very Dissatisfied.
(38) organization?
(B)	Work Environment:
	The people I work with cooperate to get the job done.
	My workload is reasonable.
	Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your job?
	I can disclose a suspected violation of any law, rule or regulation without fear of reprisal.
(C)	Rewards and Recognition:
	In my work unit, differences in performance are recognized in a meaningful way.
	How satisfied are you with the training recognition you receive for your present job?	Very Satisfied, Satisfied, Neither Satisfied Nor Dissatisfied, Dissatisfied, or Very Dissatisfied.
(39) Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your job?	Very Satisfied, Satisfied, Neither Satisfied Nor Dissatisfied, Dissatisfied, or Very Dissatisfied.
(40) Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your pay?	Very Satisfied, Satisfied, Neither Satisfied Nor Dissatisfied, Dissatisfied, or Very Dissatisfied.
Demographics (for agencies with 800 or more employees)
(41) What is your supervisory status?	(42) Are you	(43) Are you Hispanic or Latino?	(44) Please select the racial category or categories with which you most closely identify (Please select one or more)
(45) What is your agency subcomponent? (If Applicable)	An agency provided list of major divisions, bureaus, or other components one level below the agency/department.
doing a good job?
(D)	Opportunities for professional development and growth:
	I am given a real opportunity to improve my skills in my organization.
	My talents are used well in the workplace.
(E)	Opportunity to contribute to achieving organizational mission:
	I know how my work relates to the agency's goals.
	I recommend my organization as a good place to work.