1. Induction UL & HR Division Overview 17 February 2015

2. Mission “To be a distinctive, pioneering and connected university that shapes the future through educating and empowering people to meet the real challenges of tomorrow”

3. Strategic Plan 2011–15 Goal 1 Provide an outstanding and distinctive experience for our students Goal 2 Further enhance our research profile Goal 3 Sharpen our international focus Goal 4 Be renowned for of our contribution to the economic, educational, social and cultural life of Ireland/Shannon region

4. The University of Limerick Established in 1972 (NIHE). Awarded University status in 1989. 13,000 Students & 1,400 staff. Situated on over 130 hectares.

5. Staff Numbers Academic 521 Support 441 Research & Other Specialist Posts469 Total 1431

6. The University Governance The University of Limerick - The Universities Act 1997. Overall authority - Governing Authority of UL. The Governing Authority - 35 member body.

7. Executive Committee President - Professor Don Barry VPA&R - Professor Paul McCutcheon Executive Deans Vice President Research – Dr Mary Shire Director, Finance – Mr John Field Director, Human Resources – Mr Tommy Foy

8. Faculty Structure Education & Health Sciences Dean – Professor Alison Perry Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Dean – Professor Tom Lodge Science & Engineering Dean – Professor Edmond Magner Kemmy Business School Dean – Dr Philip O’Regan

9. HR Mission To contribute to the achievement of the University’s mission through progressive policies and customer focused services which ensure that staff are enabled to achieve their full potential and enhance the performance of the organisation.

10. Human Resources Division

11. HR Objectives Ensure effective recruitment policies, planning and practices. Foster a culture of lifelong learning. Promote an organisational culture in which people are valued and motivated. Recognise the diversity of our staff and promote equality of opportunity.

12. HR Website http://www.ul.ie/hr

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14. PDRS

15.  Formally review performance of previous 12 months on targets and competencies.  Discuss achievement of targets and relevant competencies.  Agree targets for following 12 months.  Agree changes to competencies (if necessary).  Agree training and development plan for next cycle.

16. Dignity and Respect The University of Limerick is committed to the development and maintenance of a positive working environment in which all employees have the right to be treated with dignity and respect. In pursuit of this, it is the policy of the University through its human resource management policies and practices to strive to provide all employees with an environment which is free from bullying, harassment and victimisation. Employee Support Service.

17. Careers at UL Progression Promotion Recruitment Job Rotation Special Research Leave Professional Development Leave for Support Staff Competency Frameworks Research Coaching Mentoring