Employee Relations - Employee Opinion Survey Sample #1





Measuring Employee Relations:
Example 1 (5-point scale; numbers; NA)
Example 2 (7-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 3 (4-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 4 (5-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 5 (5-point scale; words)
Example 6 (Pulse Survey)
Example 7 (5-point scale; item comments)
Example 8 (3-point scale; words; N/A)
Example 9 (4-point scale; numbers)
Example 10 (Comment boxes only)
Example 11 (Single rating per dimension)
Example 12 (Slide-bar scale)
Dear Employee:


Welcome to the Employee Opinion Survey. We recognize that our employees are our biggest asset and we are committed to continuing to ensure that the [Company] is considered a great place to work. We would like to hear from you as your opinions will help to guide our objectives.

We have developed this survey with questions tailored for our staff and business to provide you with an opportunity to anonymously rate many facets of the business. The survey will assess what you value most in your employment and allow you to make positive suggestions for improvement.

We encourage everyone to complete the survey. Please be honest, constructive and thoughtful in your input. The survey is designed to help us understand more about your thoughts and needs to make this a great company.

The results of this survey will be used to help drive our future success. We will report back to you about what you have said and what we plan to do about it. If you have any questions about the process please contact [Contact Person].

Please ensure that your submission is made between . The survey will only be available during these dates.

Thank you for your participation in the survey. We look forward to seeing the analysis of your responses and we are hoping for 100% participation.

Management Team

Dimensions Included:
Employee Relations, Management, Respect for Others, Feedback/Guidance, Flexibility, Pride/Loyalty, Teamwork, Information Technology/IT, Hiring, Equality


Instructions:
Please complete the items below and press the submit button at the end of the survey. If you need multiple sessions to complete the survey, please click the "Submit" button at the end of each session to save your responses. Please feel free to skip any items that you do not wish to respond to. Keep in mind that your responses help us to become a better place to work. So, you are encouraged to respond to all items on the questionnaire.




Employee Relations

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. My Supervisor regularly asks how I am doing and if there is anything they can do to help
  1. The administrative policies are implemented fairly across the organization
  1. The Company is committed to treating employees fairly
  1. There is mutual trust between Labor and Management
  1. The processes used for hiring and promotions are fair
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Employee Relations, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Management

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. Managers follow the grievance procedures
  1. I am supported in my growth and development as a manager.
  1. Managers encourage initiative
  1. Managers establish responsibility and accountability among employees
  1. My Manager sets a good example
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Management, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Respect for Others

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. I am treated with respect by others with whom I work.
  1. At this company, my suggestions are given serious consideration.
  1. Individual differences are seen as strengths.
  1. Disrespectful behavior is not tolerated.
  1. Co-workers treat each other with respect
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Respect for Others, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Feedback/Guidance

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. I receive adequate feedback and guidance.
  1. I am comfortable giving feedback to others.
  1. I receive mentoring and coaching from my superior.
  1. I am given clear instructions and objectives.
  1. I see my role to include mentoring and coaching others.
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Feedback/Guidance, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Flexibility

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. The supervisor helps the team to incorporate new skills fluently.
  1. Our department changes strategies based on new information.
  1. Coworkers embrace change, value feedback, and are willing to experiment with different methods to find the most effective solutions.
  1. Our department successfully adapts to changing circumstances.
  1. Our department delivers a variety of products that vary in type and volume.
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Flexibility, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Pride/Loyalty

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. I feel like I contribute to the Company.
  1. The Company is a good employer to work for.
  1. I feel like I am able to help my department.
  1. I am glad I chose to work at this Company.
  1. I feel this is a good place to work.
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Pride/Loyalty, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Teamwork

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. The team leader is able to help the team to bounce back from obstacles
  1. The team leader solicits and implements ideas from all appropriate team members and uses these ideas to help accomplish market goals
  1. Team members are able to accurately paraphrase and summarize what others have said
  1. The team leader discusses with team about issues and the effects of those issues
  1. My co-workers focus on understanding the other team member's message
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Teamwork, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Information Technology/IT

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. IT Staff are good at troubleshooting issues to get to the root cause of the problem.
  1. Information Technology responds to my questions and inquiries in a timely manner.
  1. The training seminars offered by the IT Department are relevant and informative.
  1. The IT Department is effective in maintaining the equipment in my department.
  1. There is adequate communication between Information Technology and our department.
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Information Technology/IT, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Hiring

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. Hiring procedures are clearly defined
  1. The Company employs highly professional people
  1. The hiring procedures consistently hire excellent candidates
  1. The Company is successful in recruiting to fill both long-term and short-term positions
  1. The Company has a good pool of applicants to choose from
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Hiring, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Equality

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. Our department works hard to reduce instances of a hostile work environment
  1. Policies and procedures are implemented equally among all employees
  1. I have the same resources to do my job as my coworkers
  1. Employees have equal access to facilities and equipment
  1. My department regularly audits and reviews policies and procedures to reduce barriers to equal treatment
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Equality, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?




  1. What changes would you like to see in your benefit plans? Please note that some of these may increase premium rates. Please check all that apply.
    Add a higher deductible plan ($1,000 - $2,500)
    Increase vision care
    Increase dental care
    Add wellness program (weight loss, nutrition, smoking cessation programs, etc.)
    Add a Medical Spending Account (MSA) (allows employees to enroll in a high deductible health plan,
    spacer and then [Company] and the employee contribute on a pre-tax basis to an account used for eligible medical expenses)


  2. What changes would you be willing to accept in order to help hold down premium increases? Please check all that apply.
    Higher annual deductibles (the amount you pay out-of-pocket before benefits begin)
    Higher office visit co pays (the dollar amount you pay for office visits)
    Higher prescription drug co pays (the dollar amount you pay for prescription drugs)
    More network restrictions (smaller group of doctors and specialists to choose from)
    No dental coverage
    Other, please specify


  3. How often would you like to participate in after hours company event?






  4. How would you rate your satisfaction with the communication between you and [Company]?







  5. What would you change about your current job or position?


  6. Please identify factors that would improve your job performance in the coming year.


  7. When your performance was discussed with you in the past,
    how often did you receive practical suggestions for improving your work?






  8. How would you rate your overall satisfaction with the company in the past year?






  9. Please give any comments or suggestions on how the company can be improved in the coming year: