SCC Faculty/Staff Evaluation of College Services:  Mean Scores for 2004-07
2004 Mean 2005 Mean 2006 Mean 2007 Mean
I. ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
A. Bookstore
1. Bookstore staff provide service in a prompt, efficient and courteous manner. 3.38 3.28 3.38 3.32
2. Books and supplies are available when needed. 3.07 3.08 3.18 2.92
3. I am aware of when book orders are due. 3.31 3.45 3.23 3.26
4. I am informed by the Bookstore when textbooks are not available from the publisher. 3.02 3.06 3.13 3.10
5. Overall, I am satisfied with the services of the Bookstore. 3.24 3.18 3.37 3.20
B. Budgeting Process
6. I am involved in the process of budget planning for my program/service area. 2.80 2.81 3.05 3.04
7. I have ample time to develop my budget requests for submission. 3.17 2.89 3.09 3.09
8. The college budget is allocated by goals and priorities. 2.76 2.56 2.81 2.83
9. Allocated funds are available when needed. 2.90 2.76 2.95 2.88
10. Communication regarding departmental budgets is satisfactory. 2.68 2.68 2.82 2.82
11. The budgeting process is fair and equitable. 2.70 2.67 2.86 2.81
12. Overall, I am satisfied with the budget planning and allocation process. 2.75 2.64 2.92 2.78
C. Business Services
13. Business Services staff provide service in a prompt, efficient and courteous manner. 3.24 3.17 3.36 3.28
14. Travel reimbursement is made in a timely fashion. 3.46 3.25 3.29 3.24
15. Payroll is computed accurately. 3.55 3.48 3.55 3.40
16. Payroll inacuracies are corrected in a timely manner. 3.54 3.47 3.48 3.31
17. Communication with Business Services is open. 3.25 3.17 3.36 3.26
18. Overall, I am satisfied with the services of Business Services. 3.31 3.24 3.38 3.29
D. Campus Phone/Mail
19. The telephone system meets my needs. NA 3.20 3.04 2.93
20. The voice mail system is effective. 3.03 3.16 3.03 2.91
21. Paper mail and packages are distributed in a timely manner. 3.39 3.53 3.50 3.49
22. Fax equipment is accessible. 2.75 3.11 3.16 3.15
23. Incoming faxes are distributed in a timely manner. 3.08 3.22 3.25 3.23
24. Overall, I am satisfied with phone and mail communications.  3.12 3.20 3.23 3.21
E. Food Services
25. Lil' Harvey's (formerly Footnotes Café) staff provide food in a prompt, efficient and courteous manner. NA NA NA 2.24
26. I am satisfied with the quality of the food in Lil' Harvey's. NA NA NA 2.01
27. Overall, I am satisfied with the availability of food service on the Jackson campus. 3.05 2.82 2.70 1.94
28. Vending services are adequate. 2.62 2.56 2.72 2.64
F. Human Resources/Facility Development
29. College policies and procedures are fair and equitable. 2.90 3.07 3.12 3.19
30. The policies and procedures of the college are well-defined, and are easily accessed by employees of the college. 3.12 3.30 3.24 3.32
31. Personnel matters are handled in an efficient manner. 3.03 3.16 3.16 3.23
32. Personnel matters are handled in a confidential manner. 2.97 3.18 3.19 3.17
33. Annual leave and sick leave records are maintained accurately. 3.42 3.43 3.48 3.41
34. I have a clear understanding of all the benefits available to me as an SCC employee. 3.19 3.26 3.20 3.33
35. The salary plan is fair and equitable. 2.58 2.79 2.70 2.85
36. Hiring practices at SCC ensure fairness and objectivity. 2.81 2.87 3.00 3.06
37. Professional development opportunities are adequate. 2.83 2.98 2.90 3.11
38. Overall, I am satisfied with Human Resources (Personnel) services. 3.01 3.12 3.19 3.17
2004 Mean 2005 Mean 2006 Mean 2007 Mean
G. Maintenance
39. Custodial staff are prompt, efficient and courteous. 3.37 3.45 3.52 3.50
40. Classrooms are clean. 3.07 3.05 3.17 3.28
41. Offices are clean. 2.97 3.10 3.13 3.19
42. Building hallways and floors are clean. 3.17 3.18 3.31 3.32
43. Lobby and lounge areas are clean. 3.15 3.26 3.32 3.32
44. Restrooms are clean. 3.05 3.03 3.18 3.15
45. Restrooms are regularly stocked with supplies. 3.17 3.23 3.21 3.18
46. I am aware of the procedure for placing maintenance work orders. 3.18 3.35 3.32 3.41
47. Maintenance work orders are resolved in a satisfactory and timely manner. 3.19 3.26 3.31 3.34
48. Campus grounds are kept free of litter and debris. 3.38 3.45 3.46 3.54
49. Landscaping is well maintained. 3.42 3.45 3.49 3.58
50. Overall, I am satisfied that campus buildings and grounds are well maintained. 3.28 3.33 3.37 3.45
H. Purchasing
51. Purchase requisition guidelines are clearly communicated. 3.26 3.09 3.10 3.19
52. Requests for purchasing asistance and information are responded to promptly. 3.45 3.15 3.22 3.23
53. Requisitions are processed accurately and in a timely manner such that I receive items as ordered. 3.37 3.03 3.13 3.21
54. Overall, I am satisfied with Purchasing. 3.42 3.10 3.22 3.22
I. Safety/Security
55. I am aware of safe working practices and the SCC Safety Plan. 2.94 3.30 3.14 3.21
56. Protective/safety equipment is provided for appropriate situations. 3.13 3.22 3.25 3.30
57. Exterior lighting is adequate. 2.97 3.00 3.04 3.14
58. I am aware of evacuation procedures in case of fire or other similar emergency. 3.16 3.35 3.36 3.25
59. I am aware of procedures for handling a medical emergency. 2.98 3.23 3.12 3.09
60. The college has adequate procedures for handling a disturbance. 2.76 2.97 2.94 2.94
61. Security staff respond in a prompt, efficient and courteous manner. 3.13 3.27 3.25 3.15
62. Campus Security services are adequate. 2.89 3.10 2.97 2.85
63. Overall, I am satisfied that SCC provides a safe, secure environment. 3.05 3.17 3.16 3.14
II. EXTENSION EDUCATION & SERVICES
64. Continuing Education provides quality instruction. NA NA NA 3.34
65. I have adequate access to facilities. 3.30 3.29 3.29 3.31
66. The facilities and locations are appropriate for instructional services. 3.23 3.20 3.14 3.28
67. Adequate clerical assistance is available at campus/centers other than the Jackson campus. 3.15 3.20 3.21 3.27
68. Parking is convenient at off-campus centers. 3.20 3.33 3.15 3.36
69. Instructional material, supplies & equipment are available & easily accessed. 3.19 3.19 3.16 3.32
70. All buildings at off-campus centers are  accessible to persons with disabilities. 3.02 3.32 3.24 3.25
III. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & TELECOMMUNICATIONS
71. The e-mail system is effective and enables better communication. 3.23 3.26 3.26 3.27
72. The speed of accessing external networks such as the Internet is adequate. 2.79 2.97 3.05 3.13
73. The college's internal data network is sufficiently reliable. 3.03 3.17 3.08 3.19
74. I am aware of procedures for requesting technological support/reporting problems. 3.15 3.38 3.32 3.26
75. The college's Information System meets my needs for accessing student records and other college information. 2.86 2.86 3.21 3.10
76. The college website is a convenient resource for accessing current and accurate college information. 3.25 3.38 3.46 3.43
77. Computer/technology support staff respond to my requests for help in a timely, professional and courteous manner. 3.25 3.28 3.33 3.33
78. Overall, I am satisfied with Information Technology resources. 3.16 3.28 3.32 3.27
2004 Mean 2005 Mean 2006 Mean 2007 Mean
IV. INSTRUCTIONAL & STUDENT SERVICES
A. Instruction
79. Curriculum programs are current and relevant. 3.38 3.35 3.34 3.37
80. Course offerings are current and relevant. 3.33 3.35 3.35 3.36
81. The college effectively meets the advising needs of its students.  3.05 3.22 3.21 3.33
82. The Arts and Sciences Division provides high quality instruction to students. 3.31 3.40 3.38 3.40
83. The Career Programs Division provides high quality instruction to students. 3.39 3.42 3.44 3.46
84. The Health Services Division provides high quality instruction to students. 3.30 3.42 3.39 3.48
85. Developmental Education provides high quality instruction to students. 3.29 3.31 3.38 3.45
86. The college is effective in meeting the educational needs of students who take evening and weekend classes. 3.07 3.06 2.96 3.17
87. The college provides adequate support services (such as financial aid, registration and other support services) to evening and weekend students. 3.04 2.97 3.00 3.08
88. The Macon Campus meets the educational and support service needs of its students. NA NA NA 3.31
 
B. Library
89. Library facilities are adequate. 3.18 3.36 3.34 3.27
90. Library resources are adequate. 3.09 3.26 3.29 3.24
91. Library staff respond to requests promptly. 3.45 3.52 3.49 3.47
92. Library staff are helpful and knowledgeable. 3.47 3.52 3.52 3.47
C. Learning Assistance Center (LAC)
93. The LAC provides a useful service to the college. 3.54 3.55 3.54 3.53
94. LAC staff are helpful and knowledgeable. 3.50 3.47 3.52 3.48
D. Distance Learning
95. Distance Learning facilities are adequate. 3.08 3.19 3.18 3.29
96. Distance Learning resources are adequate. 3.03 3.10 3.11 3.26
97. Distance Learning staff respond to requests promptly. 3.30 3.26 3.49 3.44
98. Distance Learning staff are helpful and knowledgeable. 3.21 3.13 3.45 3.40
99. The Distance Learning program is effective in meeting the educational needs of students who take distance learning courses. 3.17 3.00 3.25 3.31
E. Admissions
100. Admissions staff respond to requests promptly and effectively. 3.12 3.05 3.04 3.09
101. Admissions staff provide students accurate information concerning admissions requirements. 3.10 3.07 3.11 3.08
102. I have adequate opportunities to assist in recruiting for my program. 3.02 3.16 3.27 3.27
103. Students have adequate opportunities to meet with a counselor about personal, academic and/or career concerns. 3.04 3.23 3.14 3.07
104. Overall, I am satisfied with the Admissions process. 3.10 3.16 3.08 3.12
F. Financial Aid
105. The Financial Aid Office responds promptly to requests for information. 3.26 3.35 3.32 3.12
106. The Financial Aid Office keeps me informed of program changes and upcoming deadlines. 3.16 3.28 3.30 3.17
107. The Financial Aid Office provides me the information I need concerning the work-study program (such as policies and procedures), or the status of my request for a work-study student. 3.29 3.32 3.30 3.16
108. The feedback I receive from students indicates that the Financial Aid Office is courteous and helpful to them. 3.07 3.09 3.19 3.09
G. Placement Testing
109. Placement tests are readily available to entering students. 3.24 3.14 3.37 3.35
110. Placement test scores are readily available and easily interpreted when needed to advise students. 3.24 3.16 3.24 3.22
111. Overall, I am satisfied with the placement testing process. 3.23 3.15 3.30 3.26
H. Registrar 2004 Mean 2005 Mean 2006 Mean 2007 Mean
112. The Registrar's Office provides accurate information. 3.34 3.36 3.35 3.30
113. The Registrar's Office provides timely information. 3.30 3.36 3.31 3.27
114. The Registrar's Office responds to requests in an effective, prompt manner. 3.37 3.29 3.33 3.27
115. The feedback I receive from students indicates that the Registrar's Office is courteous and helpful to them. NA 3.15 3.34 3.23
116. Overall, I am satisfied with the services of the Registrar's Office. 3.34 3.33 3.37 3.31
I. Student Support Services
117. Student Support Services provides adequate accomodations and assistance for their students. 3.28 3.29 3.43 3.40
118. Overall, I am satisfied with the efforts of Student Support Services. 3.33 3.28 3.43 3.41
V. INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT
A. Public Information
119. The Public Information Office is effective in communicating an accurate and consistent image to students and the community. 3.19 3.25 2.79 3.22
120. Public Information Office publications are accurate and error-free. 3.11 3.20 2.88 3.13
121. Public Information publications are attractive and reader-friendly. 3.23 3.32 3.04 3.19
122. The Public Information Office staff is responsive to requests for assistance from faculty and staff. 3.27 3.26 2.85 3.19
B. Resource Development
123. I am familiar with the purpose and activities of the SCC Foundation. 3.07 3.15 3.16 3.14
124. The Foundation Office is effective in raising funds to supplement student & college resources. 3.16 3.20 3.29 3.23
125. I have sufficient opportunities to support the fundraising efforts of the SCC Foundation. 3.18 3.17 3.23 3.24
126. I understand the Create, Innovate, Explore (Mini-grant) Process. 2.95 3.04 3.01 3.04
127. I am familiar with the purpose, activities and services of the Office for Grant Activities. 2.93 2.95 2.95 2.92
128. I understand how to participate in the process through which grant seeking priorities are created. 3.00 2.84 2.73 2.75
129. I understand the Beyond the Classroom Mini-grant Process. NA 2.88 2.88 2.93
130. The Office for Grant Activities is effective in securing funds to supplement college resources. 3.19 3.00 2.83 2.68
VI. SENIOR ADMINISTRATION 
A. Senior Leadership
131. I feel my input on important issues at the college is valued by senior administration. 2.67 2.70 2.74 2.96
132. I am satisfied with the level of communication between faculty/staff and senior administration. 2.64 2.73 2.77 3.08
133. Senior leadership treat faculty and staff as valued members of the college team. 2.75 2.76 2.79 3.11
134. I agree with the current direction of the college. 2.84 2.88 2.98 3.18
B. Planning & Research
135. Research & Planning reports and publications (such as the Fact Book) contain valid and reliable information. 3.38 3.48 3.49 3.52
136. The Research & Planning Office provides an effective level of support to program review efforts.  3.39 3.44 3.53 3.53
137. The Research & Planning Office provides an effective level of support to departmental planning efforts.  3.40 3.46 3.55 3.55
138. The Research & Planning Officer responds promptly and effectively to my research, informational and/or planning requests. 3.49 3.51 3.57 3.56
139. Overall, I am satisfied with the planning, research and institutional effectiveness efforts at SCC. 3.40 3.44 3.52 3.52