Employee Experience Team

Culture & Engagement

Contact Us
Name Title Phone

General Inquiries: HR-EmployeeEngagement@usf.edu
Amanda Hardwick

Employee Engagement Manager

 813-974-5486
Amber Warren Culture and Engagement Consultant  
Lauren Solly Culture and Engagement Consultant  

Overview

The interplay of University culture and employee engagement is at the heart of the employee experience. Culture, often referred to as an organization’s “personality,” is based on the values and vision of the organization. At USF, our core values of Inquiry, Innovation, Integrity, and Inclusion are outlined in the USF strategic plan. Engaged employees believe in these values and the vision of the organization. They see that they are real throughout all levels of the University and that their work contributes to a greater good. 

Did you Know? Engagement can be measured!

Engagement is the thread to the employee experience and university culture. By providing you with data-driven insights and strategic recommendations, we empower you to make informed decisions that motivate and engage our workforce. This ultimately contributes to a higher performing and more satisfying work environment, solidifying USF's position as a top employer.

OUR EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT SURVEY

Be Heard Employee Engagement Survey with image of bull and talk bubbles

To measure the key metrics of employee engagement, we have contracted Workforce Science Associates (WSA), a qualified, third-party survey organization working in collaboration with Qualtrics. The survey has been piloted with several groups, and is continuing to be introduced in small bursts throughout the university. Going forward, versions of survey will be used on a regular basis to measure progress toward identified improvement goals. Participation is voluntary and results are confidential. The university only receives the aggregated results.  USF will not have access to data that identifies specific employee responses.

  • We want to hear from you! University employees are encouraged to participate in the  Employee Engagement Survey. The survey is confidential and your feedback will influence our work environment, culture and processes to help the university achieve success. The survey supports USF’s strategic plan by fostering a positive employee experience that embraces a dynamic workplace environment and brings us closer to becoming a best place to work. See USF's strategic plan here.

  • Survey Timing Pilot and small-scale surveys are rolling out on a continued basis. Contact HR-EmployeeEngagement@usf.edu for further information.

  • Why Conduct an Employee Engagement Survey?
    The survey results will allow university leaders to recognize successes and understand areas of opportunity. Topics explored will include engagement, recognition, communication, growth and development, job satisfaction, belonging and culture. The feedback will help the university and individual units/departments to prioritize what matters most to our workforce. 

  • Taking the Survey
    • If your unit is participating in a survey, be on the lookout for an email with the subject “USF Engagement Survey” with instructions. The email will come from Qualtrics on behalf of the university.
    • The survey will take about 5–10 minutes and your responses will be confidential.
    • The survey is taken online via computer or mobile device. 

See the Engagement Survey FAQ for more information.