University to conduct faculty and staff experience survey

The triennial process aims to provide better understanding of the work climate and overall professional experiences of BC employees

Boston College will conduct its triennial Faculty & Staff Experience Survey to gain a better understanding of the work climate and overall professional experiences of BC employees.

The survey, co-sponsored by the provost and dean of faculties and vice president for human resources and administered by the vice president for institutional research and planning, will be distributed by email to all full-time faculty and staff on January 27. Like the Faculty & Staff Experience surveys that were administered in 2015, 2018, and 2022, it will solicit feedback on a wide range of workplace topics, with the goal of enhancing overall employee satisfaction. All information submitted in the survey is anonymous and will remain confidential.

Vice President for Human Resources David Trainor said the survey is an extension of the University’s culture of research, assessment, and planning, and its commitment to assisting employees in their professional development.

“This experience survey, which identifies areas of strength and areas that require greater support, is an important tool for determining priorities regarding the development of our employees,” said Trainor. “We hope for a high response rate from faculty and staff to assist us in our ongoing efforts.”

The survey will be offered to approximately 4,000 BC employees online and in paper form for those without access to computers. It will be available in Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, and Haitian Creole, and should take 15-20 minutes to complete. The deadline for responses is March 13, and the results will be shared with the University community in the fall.

Trainor said that Boston College is committed to conducting a Faculty & Staff Experience Survey every three years to help members of the BC community to thrive professionally.

“Surveys help to shape professional outreach efforts and focus our attention on areas of concern,” he said. “We are fully committed to making the BC work experience as satisfying as possible for all of our employees.”