Equality - Employee Opinion Survey Sample #1





Measuring Equality:
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:
Equality, Employee Relations, Communication, Planning, Flexibility, Initiative, Pride/Loyalty, Reorganization


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.




Equality

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. My supervisor recognizes the benefits of diversity in the workplace
  1. Employees have equal access to facilities and equipment
  1. All leaders are trained to better understand the issues facing some employees
  1. Our department is an inclusive environment
  1. People in our department are treated equally with regard to protected status
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?

Employee Relations

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. Labor and Management are committed to working together
  1. My questions are answered by the Human Resources department
  1. Managers entrust employees with important responsibilities
  1. Employees receive the training they need to perform well on the job
  1. The administrative policies are implemented fairly across the organization
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?

Communication

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. I can write complete and developmentally-oriented performance appraisals with clear goals, using SMART criteria
  1. People in my department are responsive and acknowledge an understanding of what the other person is saying
  1. HR Managers will listen to both side in employer/employee disputes
  1. Goals, objectives, and strategies are clearly communicated.
  1. My manager delivers effective presentations
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Communication, 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?

Planning

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. I know what resources are needed to accomplish goals
  1. Our department is able to adjust plans as needed according to situational/strategic changes.
  1. Our department collaborates with others to implement the strategic plan
  1. My manager is effective at determining appropriate staffing needs for the project/department
  1. My manager reduces uncertainty in the department through clear planning and schedules
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Planning, 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 is flexible in considering different viewpoints.
  1. The supervisor is capable of adapting workflows to accommodate new regulations or policies.
  1. Senior leadership continually evaluates the direction and speed of the organization and makes appropriate mid-course adjustments
  1. Employees are open to the perspectives/viewpoints of others.
  1. The team leader can seamlessly transition between various environments and situations.
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?

Initiative

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. Leadership at the Company encourages initiative and risk taking
  1. Senior Management at Company encourages initiative.
  1. I feel encouraged to come up with new and better ways of doing things
  1. I am allowed to take initiative to assess my skills and seek appropriate training
  1. My Supervisor capitalizes on opportunities to grow the business
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Initiative, 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 am glad I chose to work at this Company.
  1. I feel this is a good place to work.
  1. The Company is a good employer to work for.
  1. I feel like I contribute to the Company.
  1. This organization actively contributes to the community.
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?

Reorganization

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. My input was recognized and accepted during this reorganization.
  1. The reorganization was implemented smoothly
  1. I like the way our department has been reorganized.
  1. I know who I report to and what they expect of me
  1. The reorganization has streamlined our business processes.
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Reorganization, 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: