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Supporting Effective Leadership at Elon
Effective leadership is essential to fostering a productive, collaborative, and inclusive environment at Elon University. As supervisors and managers, you play a vital role in shaping team culture, guiding employee growth, and ensuring the university’s values are reflected in day-to-day operations. Whether you’re overseeing a student team, a professional staff member, or an entire department, strong supervision helps every member of the community succeed.
This resource hub brings together practical tools and training opportunities to support your work—from onboarding new hires to managing performance, navigating transitions, and conducting inclusive hiring processes. Explore the sections below to find helpful checklists, program information, and leadership guidance tailored to the needs of Elon’s supervisory community.
Enhanced Supervision Program
During the Boldly Elon strategic planning process, faculty and staff emphasized the importance of strong leadership at all levels. The Enhanced Supervision Program provides expanded learning pathways and training opportunities designed to strengthen supervisory skills and foster a dynamic, inclusive work environment.
Inclusive Hiring Resources
Elon University is committed to promoting inclusive hiring practices that attract, support, and retain a diverse community of talented professionals. Explore resources for conducting inclusive interviews, building equitable search processes, and ensuring best practices in staff hiring.
Performance Management
Performance Management at Elon is supported through a dedicated platform that streamlines the review process, goal tracking, and development planning for staff members. Supervisors can use these tools to set clear expectations, monitor progress, and facilitate meaningful mid-year and annual reviews that align with university competencies.
Hiring Non-Employees
Non-employees include affiliates who work on campus or otherwise work with Elon students, faculty, and/or staff. Examples include independent contractors, faculty affiliates, and volunteers. Some non-employee affiliates are already covered by contracts with Purchasing (which require background checks performed by the company). All non-employees must undergo a background check before working on campus or with our community.