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The IC Annual Performance Review process provides an opportunity for staff and supervisors to step back from day-to-day activities to reflect on accomplishments of the previous year. This is also a time to realize career opportunities and to set clear goals and expectations for future success. Overall, the Performance Review Process encourages a method for us to celebrate career performance and identify ways to further enhance our professional development.
Audience
This article is intended for all staff employees.
Contents
Annual Staff Performance Review Timeline
Part 1. Self-Evaluation
Part 2. Participant Feedback
Part 3. Supervisor Evaluation
Part 4. Performance Meeting
Part 5. Final Feedback
The 2024-2025 Annual Performance Review will run from Monday, March 3, 2025, through Friday, May 2, 2025
The following table explains the checkpoints and deadlines in this year's Annual Performance Review process.
Task
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Description
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Time-Frame
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Annual Performance Self-Evaluations Issued in HR Cloud by Human Resources
Direct Report Feedback Access Granted in HR Cloud by Human Resources
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- 2024-2025 Annual Performance Review live in HR Cloud
- Access for direct reports to provide feedback about supervisor live in HR Cloud
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March 3, 2025
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Peer Feedback Identification and Feedback Requested
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- Employee and supervisor identify peers to provide feedback.
- Communicate list to Level-up supervisor.
- Level-up supervisor issues requests for feedback from identified peers.
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March 3, 2025 – March 7, 2025
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Self-Evaluation Completion
Direct Report/Peer Feedback Completion
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- Self-Evaluation document completed by employee
- Feedback forms completed by the employee about their supervisor and peers (as requested.
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March 3, 2025 – March 16, 2025
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Supervisor Evaluation
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- Document completed by supervisor.
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March 17, 2025 – April 13, 2025 |
Review Meetings & Final Feedback
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- Virtual or In-person meeting between employee and supervisor.
- After meeting is held supervisor submits final comments.
- Supervisor releases document to employee for employee to acknowledge.
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April 14, 2025 – May 2, 2025 |
Helpful Tips for Completing Your Performance Review
- You are able to make each text box larger by clicking and dragging the right-hand corner of the box.
- You can save your progress as you go by clicking Save and Close in the top right corner.
- If you attempt to submit your self-evaluation before completing all required questions, you will receive an error message.
Self-Evaluation Overview
The annual self-evaluation helps you engage in the Performance Review Process. It provides your supervisor with valuable insight into your performance and your self-assessment, guiding their evaluation.
Components of the Performance Document
- Document Details: Section contains document name, review period, performance dates, and supervisor performing the evaluation.
- Evaluation Topics: Section contains the self-evaluation which is comprised of 3 sections: Accomplishments and Results, Competency Assessment, and Goals-Growth- Development-Improvement.
- Attachments: Upload any relevant documents in the section. (optional)
Accessing the Self-Evaluation
- Go to apps.ithaca.edu and log into Finance and HR Cloud using your IC login credentials.
- Click the Ithaca College logo or the home icon.
- Select the Me tab, then choose the Career and Performance tile.
- A message will appear saying, "It’s time for Annual Performance Review." Click Complete Self-Evaluation to begin.
Complete Performance Review:
- Select the Evaluate button from the Evaluation Topics box. All sections will be on one page.
- You can re-size each text box by clicking and dragging the bottom-right corner
- Section 1: Accomplishments and Results: Summarize key achievements and contributions over the past year. Highlight completed projects, successful initiatives, and measurable results.
- Section 2: Competency Assessment: For each competency evaluate your skills, knowledge, and job performance, using examples to support your assessment.
2025 Competencies
Integrity |
Conducts oneself responsibly and with integrity and accountability. Consistently upholds organizational policies, practices, and standards. Demonstrates respect for all members of the Ithaca College community. |
Quality of Work |
Demonstrates effective work habits by balancing priorities, completing tasks accurately, thoroughly, and on time, and delegating when appropriate. Understands and responsibly uses technologies and tools to improve efficiency, enhance workflows, and achieve individual and organizational goals. |
Communication |
Communicates clearly and effectively, actively listens, tailors messages to the audience, and fosters inclusive dialogue across verbal, written, and interpersonal interactions. |
Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging |
Cultivates a workplace where individual differences are respected and leveraged. Actively engages in practices within their role that support retention, foster a sense of belonging, and promote the advancement of individuals and groups throughout the campus community. |
Collaboration |
Cultivates effective relationships, fosters mutual trust and collaboration. Demonstrates transparent and inclusive decision-making. Takes appropriate action to address and resolve conflict. |
Adaptability |
Embraces feedback, change, and new ideas. Adapts plans as needed. Proactively seeks opportunities for growth and development, leveraging strengths and addressing areas for improvement. |
- Section 3: Goals –Growth-Development-Improvement: Outline your professional growth objectives and areas for development. Include specific goals for the upcoming year, any training needs, and strategies for improvement.
Note: You can save your progress as you go by clicking Save and Close in the top right corner.
Once finished, click Save and Close in the top right corner.
To add attachments (e.g. certificates, check-in documents, or supporting materials) click the down arrow, click the Add button, upload your document, click Save.
After completing all sections of your Self-Evaluation, click Submit in the top right corner to send it to your supervisor.
Participant Feedback Overview
As a direct report or peer, you will have the opportunity to provide optional feedback about your supervisor or peer once the performance review process begins. This feedback will remain confidential and will not be visible to your supervisor.
For peer feedback, individuals identified by both you and your supervisor will be shared with your level-up supervisor, who will initiate the feedback requests.
If you have supervisory responsibilities, your direct reports will also be able to provide optional feedback about you, which will not be visible to you.
Accessing Feedback Requests
- Go to apps.ithaca.edu and log into Finance and HR Cloud using your IC login credentials.
- Click the Ithaca College logo or the home icon to go to the main page.
- On the main page, select the Me tab, then click the Career and Performance tile.
- Select the Feedback Requests box.
- Find the feedback request for your direct supervisor or peer. If feedback is required, you’ll see a Begin link on the right side.

Adding Feedback
- Start by selecting the Evaluate button under Evaluation Topics.
- Follow the instructions provided and enter your feedback in the text box.
- You can re-size the text box by clicking and dragging the bottom-right corner.
- To save your progress, click Save and Close in the top right corner.

- Once you’ve completed your feedback, click Submit in the top right corner. Your feedback will then be sent to the requesting supervisor. Finally, click Done to return to the Career and Performance landing page.
Supervisor Evaluation Overview
Your supervisor will complete the same sections of the Annual Performance Review that you filled out for your Self-Evaluation. They will gather feedback from your direct reports and work with you to identify additional peers for optional feedback, which will not be visible to you.
A separate Supervisor Guide, outlining responsibilities and tasks during the Performance Review Process, is available here.
Performance Meeting Overview
Supervisors and employees must meet one-on-one to discuss the Annual Performance Review. These reviews should not be a surprise, as regular check-ins should have occurred throughout the year.
Performance Meeting Agenda
Meetings, held in-person or virtually, should last 45 to 60 minutes. Both employee and supervisor should actively discuss each section of the Performance Review. By the end, goals and an action plan, including regular check-ins, should be established.
Final Feedback Overview
Once your supervisor confirms the performance meeting, the Annual Performance Review will be returned for your Final Feedback. An Information Call-Out will appear—click Continue to add your comments. Afterward, check the verification box and click Submit in the top right corner.