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The
mission of The Catholic University of America as a community of
students, faculty, administrators, and staff is to pursue the truth in
all its forms through excellence as a Catholic university, excellence in
graduate research and excellence in teaching and learning.
Fulfillment of this mission by us as employees requires, among
other things, that our workplace embody the Catholic principles of social
justice, especially the benefits from working as a community of service
towards a shared aim.
This common vision entails the University’s commitment to:
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Respecting
the equal dignity of all those with whom we work, seeking to be
partners to our fellow employees. |
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Eliminating
every type of discrimination, whether social or cultural,
whether based on sex, race, color, social condition, language,
religion or national origin. |
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Recognizing
and appreciating the work of employees through a fair and
equitable compensation program, taking into account the
University’s budgetary constraints, while offering benefits
which reflect the institution’s Catholic identity and support
employees in balancing work and family life. |
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Providing
safe and effective working conditions. |
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Encourage
the initiative of our fellow employees, helping them make full
use of their talents that they may better serve the common good
of the university. |
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Support
for employees developing professional skills and knowledge and
using creativity and innovation in service of the University’s
mission will be given |
Those
in our University community who are entrusted with leadership roles have
a particular responsibility to see that the various workplaces in the
university embody these commitments. In addition to practicing their
commitment as described above, those who supervise other employees will
also seek to promote excellence in the work of those they supervise by:
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Clearly
delineating job expectations and providing regular feedback on
performance.
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Taking
an active role in helping those they supervise develop their
skills and gifts.
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Encouraging
forthright and honest communication with and amongst those whom
they supervise.
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In
order for all of us as CUA employees to attain the levels of excellence
upon which the University’s success depends, we need to commit
ourselves to:
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Support
the institution’s Catholic mission and respect its core
values.
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Treat
all members of the public and the community with respect,
courtesy, and professionalism.
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Perform
the functions of our positions to the best of our abilities.
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Take
the initiative in improving our knowledge, skills, and abilities.
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Seek
opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to
effective teamwork.
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Conduct
all our interactions within the University community and on
behalf of the University with the highest integrity and ethical
standards.
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