Human Resource

The Performance Appraisal System and Analysis: A Case Study
Barbara A. Alston, Nova Southeastern University Dr. Eleanor Marschke, Nova Southeastern University

Barbara A. Alston (Contact Person) H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship Nova Southeastern University 624 Pensacola Lane Lake Mary, FL 32746 Email: [e-mail] Phone: [phone] x22600 Dr. Eleanor Marschke H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship Nova Southeastern University 1470 NW 70th Lane Margate, FL 33063 Email: [e-mail] Phone: [phone]

Submitted to: Global Academy of Business & Economic Research GABERIC.org September 17-19, 2008 Orlando, FL
July 31, 2008

The Performance Appraisal System and Analysis: A Case Study

The Performance Appraisal System and Analysis: A Case Study

Abstract Researchers, Barbara Alston and Dr. Eleanor Marschke conducted an investigative performance appraisal system audit for the position of Administrative Specialist for EB Payroll and Human Resource Services, Inc.’s (a fictitious name) branch location in Seattle, Washington. The Administrative Supervisor gave oral authorization for this audit team to conduct this research. The current performance appraisal system in the Administrative Department received a grade of “D”, below standard, as assessed with the established criteria and compared with other departments within the organization as outlined in the pages to follow.

INTRODUCTION EB Payroll and Human Resource Services, Inc. is a well run company with management that truly believes that the employees are their most important asset. In order to create a sense of teamwork and commitment as well as maintain a more efficient Administrative Department, this audit includes the following summary of recommendations with explicit details outlined throughout this audit: 1. Ask the Administrative Specialist to provide feedback for their review. 2. Implement and create a 30, 60, 90 day appraisal policy

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