Office of Personnel




Competency Definitions for Employees

Integrity and Trust

1 - Does Not Meet Expectations

  • Is not widely trusted by others.
  • Makes promises that are not kept.
  • Perceived as doing things for personal gain rather than to help others.
  • Displays low standards of ethical conduct and little regard for the impact of violating these on the organization, self and others.

3 - Meets Expectations

  • Is trusted by others.
  • Is seen as a direct and truthful individual.
  • Keeps confidences of others.
  • Does not misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.
  • Displays high standards of ethical conduct and understands the impact of violating these on the organization, self and others.

5 - Significantly Exceeds Expectations

  • Is completely trusted by employees at all levels.
  • Is seen as being direct and truthful in all situations.
  • Is sought out by others who know information will be held in confidence.
  • Is never found to misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.
  • Displays extremely high standards of ethical conduct and can coach and counsel others on the impact of violating these.