Coordinate Work We will coordinate work products with others inside and outside <br /> the Department, use resources efficiently, anticipate workload <br /> impacts, and maintain harmonious working relationships by: <br /> 1) Identifying and involving in work planning others who have an <br /> interest in, or are affected by, the work; <br /> 2) Scheduling and assigning work in a way that anticipates problems <br /> and ensures work is completed on time; <br /> 3) Encouraging public input and support for services by including <br /> citizen, customer or other advisory group participation as <br /> appropriate; <br /> 4) Avoiding favoritism or the appearance of favoritism; and <br /> 5) Recognizing symptoms of workload problems and resolving them <br /> before they affect the unit's performance. <br /> Foster We will foster communication and appraise job performance by: <br /> communication <br /> and appraise <br /> job performance <br /> 1) Promoting an atmosphere of open communication with other <br /> supervisors and employees who report to us; <br /> 2) Communicating in a clear, timely and complete manner; <br /> 3 Handling unpleasant or volatile situations in a manner that resolves <br /> the problem and defuses the situation; <br /> 4) Cooperating with other supervisors by establishing a problem- <br /> solving atmosphere that is respectful, supportive and free from <br /> personal biases; <br /> 5) Setting realistic standards and ensuring communication of <br /> expectations and any need for improvement to all employees; <br /> 6) Encouraging excellence throughout the Department through oral <br /> and written recognition for a job well done; <br /> 7) Providing frequent, timely and constructive feedback as <br /> appropriate; <br /> 8) Seeking out employee suggestions for improved work environment <br /> and conditions; <br /> Page 8 D -04 <br />