Division of Human Resources

Probation - Academic Staff

Probation is an extension of the appointment process and offers a period of mutual testing, during which time decisions on continuation of employment beyond the period of probation can be made. During a period of probation, an employee shall be required to demonstrate that he/she has satisfactorily performed the duties and responsibilities determined by CSU for his/her position.

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The Policy on academic staff probation, which includes setting appropriate objectives consistent with CSU’s expectations, reviewing the performance of academic staff during the probation period, ensuring performance is aligned with CSU’s values, assisting academic staff with professional development, and making decisions on the continuation and confirmation of their employment.

The Procedure describes how supervisors and Probation Review Committees conduct probation reviews of academic staff.

The Guidelines describe how to implement the Academic Probation Policy and Procedure. It is particularly designed to assist Heads of School, Centre Directors and the Division of Human Resources (HR)  to administer academic probation effectively and efficiently.

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Academic Staff Probation Policy
Academic Staff Probation Procedure
Guidelines for Review Committees and Supervisors

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