Performance Management Program

The Performance Management Program (PMP) is UMB's formal process for employee evaluation and development. Participating in the PMP process is a critical responsibility for every supervisor, and it is expected that an evaluation be completed at the end of the performance cycle. By using the process, employees are clear about goals, objectives, and expectations that are essential to an employee’s development and overall success.

Performance Management Cycle: April 1st – March 31st   

Employee Class

Performance Planning  

Performance Feedback & Development  

Mid-Cycle Review Due  

Employee Self-Evaluation Due

Performance Evaluation Due  

Non-Exempt  

May 1st – May 31st   

Ongoing  

October  

Determined by Supervisor

April 30th  

Exempt  

June 1st – June 30th

Ongoing  

November 30th   

Determined by Supervisor

June 1st

 

Access the UMB PMP Evaluation

Performance Management Refresher Trainings

Refresh your knowledge of the Performance Management Program (PMP) with this training, which covers key program elements, the online evaluation form, and essential tools and resources. Stay informed about upcoming enhancements to ensure a seamless and effective evaluation process.

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Additional details about the Staff and Supervisor & Faculty Who Supervise Staff trainings are listed below. If you have questions or need help signing up for training, please email PerformanceManagement@umaryland.edu or call 410-706-7302.

Performance Management Program (PMP) - Supervisor & Faculty Who Supervise Staff Training Refresher

Join the 2024-2025 Performance Management Program (PMP) training for a refresher on how the program works, how to use the online evaluation form, and the key tools and resources available for the performance review cycle.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
  • Strengthen their understanding of the Performance Management Program.
  • Refresh their knowledge of performance rating categories and their application (Outstanding, Above Standards, Meets, Below Standards, and Unsatisfactory).
  • Utilize key features in the online Performance Management Program Evaluation Form.
  • Engage employees in setting SMART goals, providing meaningful feedback, and using two-way communication to enhance strengths and improve performance.
  • Conduct effective performance review meetings.
  • Access and utilize available tools and resources, and identify where to seek assistance when needed.
  • Gain insight into upcoming enhancements to performance competencies and rating categories for the 2025-2026 performance review cycle.
Supervisor & Faculty Who Supervise Staff Training Refresher Date Start Time End Time Location
HR Council/ HR Partner Training Refresher 3/28/2025 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Virtual - Microsoft Teams
Supervisor & Faculty Who Supervise Staff Training Refresher 3/31/2025 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Campus Center - Elm Room A and B (208/210)
Supervisor & Faculty Who Supervise Staff Training Refresher 3/31/2025 1:30 p.m. 3:00 p.m. Campus Center - Elm Room A and B (208/210)
Supervisor & Faculty Who Supervise Staff Training Refresher 04/01/2025 3:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Virtual - Microsoft Teams
Supervisor & Faculty Who Supervise Staff Training Refresher 04/04/2025 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Virtual - Microsoft Teams
Supervisor & Faculty Who Supervise Staff Training Refresher 04/07/2025 2:00 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Virtual - Microsoft Teams

Performance Management Program (PMP) - Staff Training Refresher

Join the 2024-2025 Performance Management Program (PMP) training for a refresher on how the program works, how to use the online evaluation form, and the key tools and resources available for the performance review cycle.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Strengthen their understanding of the Performance Management Program.
  • Refresh their knowledge of how to use the online system.
  • Review performance rating categories and their application (Outstanding, Above Standards, Meets, Below Standards, and Unsatisfactory).
  • Utilize key features of the online Performance Management Program Evaluation Form.
  • Enhance their ability to engage in two-way communication and contribute to the development of SMART goals and objectives to build strengths and improve performance.
  • Locate and utilize tools and resources, and identify where to seek support when needed.
  • Understand upcoming changes to performance competencies and rating categories for the 2025-2026 performance review cycle.
Staff Training Refresher Date Start Time End Time Location
Staff Training Refresher 3/31/2025 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Campus Center - Elm Room A and B (208/210
Staff Training Refresher 3/31/2025 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Campus Center - Elm Room A and B (208/210
Staff Training Refresher 4/1/2025 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Virtual - Microsoft Teams
Staff Training Refresher 4/4/2025 2:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. Virtual - Microsoft Teams
Staff Training Refresher 4/7/2025 09:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Virtual - Microsoft Teams

 

Performance Management Program Support Information:

  1. For day-to-day questions or inquiries related to School/Unit specific timelines and criteria that are established by Deans or VP's, please contact your designated School/Unit HR representative. 
  2. For help with how to use the online portal, please contact the PMP Solution Center Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 410-706-7601 or via email: PerformanceManagement@umaryland.edu.
  3. For technical issues, please contact the Help Desk weekdays (Monday-Friday) from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on weekends (Saturday-Sunday) from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at help@umaryland.edu or 410-706-HELP (4357). For more information, please visit their website at https://www.umaryland.edu/helpdesk/.
  4. For questions regarding the Performance Management Program, please contact your designated ELR representative or please contact the general ELR Department to be routed to the next available representative at HRELR@umaryland.edu or 410-706-7302.

User Instruction Guides can now be located in the PMP online portal. 2024-2025 Training, tools and resources for Staff and Supervisors will be updated soon!

Need help getting started with the UMB Performance Evaluation? Instructions, frequently asked questions, and other resources will be available for the 2024-2025 cycle.

Performance Improvement

A performance improvement plan is a plan that communicates performance expectations, where an employee is not meeting the expectation and instructions on what must be done to correct deficiencies and the timeframe in which it should be accomplished. This plan can be constructed with the assistance of Employee and Labor Relations.

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