Employee EPDS FAQ's
- What is Employee Performance and Development System (EPDS)?
- What makes EPDS different from a performance appraisal?
- Do I have to pass probation before starting the EPDS process?
- Does the EPDS process apply to AT WILL employees or student interns?
- Where can I get more information about the EPDS process in my agency?
- Do I have to participate in the EPDS process?
What is Employee Performance and Development System (EPDS)?Employee Performance and Development System (EPDS) is the name of the new employee performance management system being implemented throughout the State of Wyoming during the calendar year of 07-08. The EPDS process is where employees and supervisors identifies how each person in a work team will help realize the business goals identified in the branch or division or agency strategic plan. The EPDS process consists of an annual cycle made up of three phases:
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What makes EPDS different from a performance appraisal?
The EPDS process consists of an annual cycle that involves
supervisors and employees setting job-specific goals that focus
on achieving work results, demonstrating necessary workplace
behaviors and identifying required learning needs. Although
there is a formal review at the end of the EPDS cycle, its
purpose is to compare employee achievements to the goals set out
during the planning phase. In this way, employees are evaluated
against meaningful criteria that were clearly identified at the
start of the entire EPDS process and have been regularly
discussed during the focusing / realignment / Mid-Course
Adjustment phase. |
Do I have to pass probation before starting the EPDS process?No, the EPDS process can be a valuable learning and planning tool for employees who are new to State government or new to a position. Employees and supervisors may wish to identify work goals, competencies, and learning goals before an employee has passed their probationary period in order to account for the significant amount of learning that occurs during the first several months of employment. However, (BRIAN – I need you to
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different for probationary employees.) |
Does the EPDS process apply to AT WILL employees or student interns?No. The EPDS process is optional for AT WILL
and students interns. However, employees in these categories may
benefit from the EPDS process, particularly the “PLANNING
PHASE”, as it clearly identifies work goals, examples of
behavioral competency actions and learning goals that support
achieving key results. |
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Where can I get more information about the EPDS process in my agency?Additional information about the EPDS process
in your agency should be directed to your agency’s human
resources manager. For specific questions on how to participate
in the process, you may also wish to consult Administration &
Information - Human Resource Division. There are also
guidelines, tools, forms and resources available on the Wyoming
Workforce Planning website at –
http://wyomingworkforceplanning.state.wy.us |
Do I have to participate in the EPDS process?Momentarily only employees with-in agencies that are a part of the phased rollout process are required to participate. By the end of calendar year 2007 the EPDS process will be considered a State-wide initiative and all employees will be required to participate in the process. That said, the EPDS is a process that provides you an opportunity to engage in ongoing discussions with your supervisor about how your specific work goals, behavioral competency actions and learning goals directly contribute to achieving broader organizational goals. The EPDS cycle also provides supervisors and employees with the opportunity to recognize major accomplishments, celebrate successes, as well as focus on areas requiring additional development. Additionally, the introduction of the State
of Wyoming’s competency framework will consider employee
performance when determining leadership development programs,
succession programs and creating career paths. |
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