Employee Motivation Survey

The intent of this survey is to review employment conditions

based on various factors that can contribute to high morale
within the Public Service.

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GENERAL

1) Which Ministry/Department do you work in?____________________________

2) What is your position grade?

a) 1 -7
b) 8 - 12
c) 13 - 21

3)How long have you worked for the BVI Government?

a) Less than 1 year
b) 1 to 5 years
c) 5 to 15 years
d) More than 15 years

4)How long have you worked in your current Ministry/Department?

a) Less than 1 year
b) 1 to 5 years
c) 5 to15 years
d) More than 15 years

JOB SATISFACTION

5)From a professional perspective, how satisfied are you with your position at
your Ministry/Department?
a) Satisfied
b) Dissatisfied
c) Minimal Satisfaction

6)As a Government employee, do you feel that you receive sufficient and
appropriate on-the-job performance recognition?
a) Always
b) Never
c) Sometimes

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7) Do you enjoy going to work everyday and performing at your best?
a) Yes
b) No
(If your response is 'NO', please list three (3) reasons for your dissatisfaction).
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8) How motivated are you to assist your department in meeting its objectives?
a) Motivated
b) Not motivated
c) Somewhat motivated

(If your response is 'NOT', please list three (3) reasons for your dissatisfaction).
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9) What are the reasons that you stay at your present job? (Check all that apply)

Challenging job assignmentsVacation

Salary/Benefits Stability/Security
Interesting workWork Hours
Good bossVacation leave
Location is convenientRetirement Benefit
Work assignments varyTraining Opportunities
Promotional opportunities
Other______________________

10) Are you empowered by your Department Head/Supervisor to pursue opportunities for
your professional development?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Sometimes

11) Have you contemplated a transfer from your Ministry/Department in the last
twelve (12) months?
Yes
No
(If your response is 'YES', please list three (3) reasons for your dissatisfaction).
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12) Based on your observations, do you think that efforts are being made by your
Department to retain qualified employees?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Sometimes

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13) What would be the three (3) greatest things your employer could do to improve
employee retention?

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14) How would you rate your current workload?

a) Adequate
b) Inadequate
c) Excessive

SUPERVISOR RELATIONS

15) Are you applauded and encouraged by your supervisor when you perform a 'good job'?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Sometimes

16) How would you rate the management style of your current supervisor?
a) Good
b) Poor
c) Average

17) Does your Department Head /Supervisor communicate your job performance
expectations with you clearly?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Sometimes

18) Does your supervisor take time to listen to your concerns and support reasonable
suggestions?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Sometimes

19) Does your supervisor assist you with planning the essential training to help you perform
your duties efficiently?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Sometimes

20) Based on your observations, does your supervisor have reasonable knowledge
regarding all aspects of your job responsibilities?
a) Yes
b) No

21) Were you provided with an accurate job description of your

current responsibilities?
a) Yes
b) No

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22) Based on your last two (2) Performance Reviews, in your professional judgment
would you say that your supervisor was objective and fair in your ratings?
a) Yes
b) No

WORK ENVIRONMENT

23) Do you work in a safe, healthy and comfortable environment?

(Mark 'Y' or 'N' as appropriate)
____Safe
____Healthy
____Comfortable

24) Do you have the necessary tools, adequate working space and appropriate equipment
to perform your duties effectively?
(Mark 'Y' or 'N' as appropriate)
____Tools
____Working Space
____Equipment

25) Do you have discussions with your Department Head/Supervisor on ways to improve
your workplace environment?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Sometimes

PAY AND BENEFITS

26) Are you satisfied with your current salary?

a) Yes
b) No

27) Are you satisfied with your health benefits?

a) Yes
b) No

28) What would be the three (3) greatest additional employee benefits your employer
could implement that would assist in morale enhancement?
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Recognition Programme

29) Does your Ministry/Department have an ongoing Recognition

Programme?
a) Yes
b) No
(If the answer is 'YES', how often?)

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_____Monthly
_____Quarterly
_____Annually
Other:______________
30) Have you ever been nominated or received an Employee of the Quarter/Employee of
the Year award?
a) Yes
b) No

31) Have you ever nominated a co-worker to be interviewed for an Employee of the
Quarter Award?
a) Yes
b) No

32) Do you think that the current administration of the Public Service Week Recognition
Programme is effective?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Not Sure
(If the answer is 'NO', what changes/levels would you like to see implemented?)

____ Recognition at the Ministry level (similar to that of Ministry of Communication & Works
Annual programme)

____ Recognition at the Department level

Other: ___________________________________________________

33) What kinds of awards/incentives would you like to receive from Employee Recognition
Programmes?
_____ Standard glass/crystal awards
_____ Functional Awards
_____ Novelty Items
_____ Certificates
Other _______________________

34) Public Service Week Recognition Programmes are usually held at the Sir Rupert Briercliffe
Hall in a formal ceremony. Would you like to have this location and/or format changed?
a) Yes
b) No
(If the answer is 'Yes', what venue/format do you recommend?)
Venue(s) _________________________________________________

Format

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