2010 CCCS Employee Climate Survey Results
Administration, Professional/Technical & Classified Staff
Note: Questions highlighted in yellow indicate topics where MCC staff rated their employment climate more favorably than staff from colleges in the
Colorado Community College System did as a whole. Questions highlighted in turquoise indicate a topic where MCC’s total “Agree” response percentages
were higher than CCCS responses, even though there were fewer “Strongly Agree” responses.
Question
1.
2.
What is your occupational group?
What is the highest level of education you have attained?
Answer
Administration or
Professional/Technical
Classified Staff
CCCS
Response
%
60.4
CCCS
Response
Count
721
MCC
Response
%
77.1
MCC
Response
Count
27
39.6
473
22.9
8
Some High School
High School Diploma or GED
Apprenticeship or Training in a
Skills Trade
Some College
Associates Degree
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree
Doctorate
.3
3.9
1.6
3
46
19
0
2.9
2.9
0
1
1
16.3
17.2
27.1
30.4
3.3
193
204
321
361
39
8.6
20
45.7
20
0
3
7
16
7
0
9.5
20.1
26
32.4
11.1
.9
112
236
306
381
130
11
11.4
14.3
34.3
28.6
8.6
2.9
4
5
12
10
3
1
3.
What is your age group?
Under 30
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
4.
What is your gender?
Female
Male
73
27
842
312
71.4
28.6
25
10
5.
What is your ethnicity?
American Indian or Alaskan
Native
Asian
Black or African American
Hispanic or Latino
Native Hawaiian or Pacific
Islander
White
Two or more races
.8
9
0
0
1
3.3
11.9
.3
12
38
139
3
0
0
5.7
0
0
0
2
0
77.8
3.6
907
42
94.3
0
33
0
Question
Answer
Other
CCCS
Response
%
1.4
CCCS
Response
Count
16
MCC
Response
%
0
MCC
Response
Count
0
6.
At which institution do you work?
Arapahoe CC
CCCS System
Colorado Northwestern CC
CC of Aurora
CC of Denver
FRCC – Westminster
FRCC – Boulder/Longmont
FRCC – Larimer
Lamar CC
MCC
NJC
Otero JC
Pikes Peak CC
Pueblo CC
Red Rocks CC
Trinidad State JC
6.4
9.4
2.4
5.4
11.3
10.5
2.6
7.3
2
2.9
3.3
3.2
11.7
9.5
7
5.3
76
112
29
64
135
125
31
87
24
35
39
38
140
113
83
63
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
100
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
35
0
0
0
0
0
0
7.
How long have you worked at the institution you checked in #6?
Less than 2 years
2-4 years
5-9 years
10-14 years
15-19 years
20-24 years
25-29 years
30+ years
18.5
27.1
20.9
16.3
9.2
6
.9
1
221
324
249
195
110
72
11
12
14.3
22.9
28.6
14.3
8.6
5.7
5.7
0
5
8
10
5
3
2
2
0
8.
If you have worked for more than one college or the system office within
the CCCS, how many total years have you worked in Colorado community
colleges?
Less than 2 years
15.3
104
0
0
2-4 years
5-9 years
10-14 years
15-19 years
20-24 years
25-29 years
30+ years
22.8
22.9
18.1
10.3
7.2
2.1
1.3
155
156
123
70
49
14
9
18.8
43.8
6.3
12.5
6.3
12.5
0
3
7
1
2
1
2
0
Question
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
CCCS
Response
%
56.3
39.8
2.8
.6
.4
CCCS
Response
Count
655
463
33
7
5
MCC
Response
%
67.6
32.4
0
0
0
MCC
Response
Count
23
11
0
0
0
10. Overall, I like the work I do.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
47.2
47.7
3.8
1.1
.2
547
553
44
13
2
55.9
44.1
0
0
0
19
153.8
0
0
0
11. My work is sufficiently challenging for me.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
40.6
46.5
10.2
2.6
.2
470
538
118
30
2
50
41.2
5.9
2.9
0
17
14
2
1
0
12. Doing my job well gives me a sense of personal satisfaction and
accomplishment.
Strongly Agree
64.2
745
88.2
30
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
32.8
1.9
.9
.3
381
22
10
3
11.8
0
0
0
4
0
0
0
13. My workload is reasonable.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
13.9
51
22.5
12.2
.3
160
588
260
141
4
23.5
58.8
14.7
2.9
0
8
20
5
1
0
14. My job duties and priorities are clear.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
22.9
57.5
13.7
5.6
.3
264
662
158
64
3
33.3
63.6
3
0
0
11
21
1
0
0
15. My college gives me the training I need to do my job well.
Strongly Agree
Agree
12.6
52.8
144
603
15.2
69.7
5
23
9.
The work I do is meaningful to me.
Answer
Question
Answer
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
CCCS
Response
%
22.4
9.8
2.3
CCCS
Response
Count
256
112
26
MCC
Response
%
12.1
3
0
MCC
Response
Count
4
1
0
16. I have the tools and resources I need to do my job well.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
13.7
57.9
20.3
7.5
.6
157
665
233
86
7
29.4
64.7
2.9
2.9
0
10
22
1
1
0
17. I feel motivated to do a good job.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
40.8
46.6
7.9
4
.7
468
534
90
46
8
58.8
38.2
2.9
0
0
20
13
1
0
0
18. I seldom feel ‘burnt out’ by my job.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
10.6
40.8
34.1
14.1
.4
122
471
393
162
5
11.8
52.9
32.4
2.9
0
4
18
11
1
0
19. I feel that my coworkers are motivated to do a good job.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
14.3
57.2
19.3
7.1
2.1
163
651
220
81
24
14.7
64.7
14.7
2.9
2.9
5
22
5
1
1
20. I work in an environment that supports teamwork.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
24.5
48.5
16.4
9.5
1.1
281
557
188
109
13
32.4
64.7
2.9
0
0
11
22
1
0
0
21. In my work unit, we have enough people to get the work done.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
7.7
37.6
35.7
17.4
1.6
87
425
403
197
18
21.9
46.9
25
6.3
0
7
15
8
2
0
Question
Answer
22. In my work unit, we have the right people to do the work.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
CCCS
Response
%
15.7
55.2
19.1
7.9
2.1
CCCS
Response
Count
180
633
219
90
24
MCC
Response
%
20.6
73.5
2.9
2.9
0
MCC
Response
Count
7
25
1
1
0
23. Duties are distributed fairly in my work unit.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
11.6
55.5
21.4
8.9
2.6
132
633
244
102
30
9.4
75
15.6
0
0
3
24
5
0
0
24. People in my work unit cooperate with one another.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
24.6
57.7
12.1
5
.5
284
667
140
58
6
29.4
61.8
8.8
0
0
10
21
3
0
0
25. I enjoy working with my colleagues.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
35.3
55.6
5.9
1.7
1.5
406
640
68
20
17
41.2
50
8.8
0
0
14
17
3
0
0
26. I respect my supervisor.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
47.2
37.3
9.1
4.7
1.7
539
426
104
54
20
58.8
35.3
5.9
0
0
20
12
2
0
0
27. My supervisor treats people fairly.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
42.1
38.1
10.8
6.2
2.8
481
436
123
71
32
52.9
41.2
5.9
0
0
18
14
2
0
0
28. My supervisor shows respect to his/her staff.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
44.5
38.2
9.1
506
435
103
54.5
42.4
3
18
14
1
Question
Answer
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
CCCS
Response
%
5.7
2.5
CCCS
Response
Count
65
29
MCC
Response
%
0
0
MCC
Response
Count
0
0
29. My most recent performance evaluation was fair.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
34.1
46.5
5.6
2.9
10.9
392
534
64
33
125
44.1
50
0
0
5.9
15
17
0
0
2
30. I understand how pay rates are determined.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
9.6
48.2
28.8
8.3
5.1
109
550
329
95
58
17.6
61.8
14.7
2.9
2.9
6
21
5
1
1
31. I understand how job titles are assigned.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
8.5
50.4
29.5
6.9
4.7
97
574
336
79
54
18.2
63.6
15.2
3
0
6
21
5
1
0
32. I believe that our college/system pay policies are administered fairly.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
5.2
36
23.9
13.5
12.4
59
410
374
154
141
11.8
58.8
17.6
0
11.8
4
20
6
0
4
33. I am appropriately paid for the work I do at my college.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
4.8
38.6
35.9
17.6
3.1
55
440
409
200
35
8.8
44.1
41.2
2.9
2.9
3
15
14
1
1
34. I am appropriately paid compared with others doing similar work, with
similar levels of education and experience at my college.
Strongly Agree
5.6
64
5.9
2
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
34.2
28.2
14.5
17.6
389
321
165
200
44.1
23.5
2.9
23.5
15
8
1
8
Question
Answer
CCCS
Response
%
5
30.7
40
18.9
5.4
CCCS
Response
Count
57
349
454
215
61
MCC
Response
%
8.8
47.1
38.2
0
5.9
MCC
Response
Count
3
16
13
0
2
35. My salary reflects my performance and contribution to the college.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
36. I believe that my salary is competitive compared to other employers in the
area where I could perform similar work.
Strongly Agree
4.3
49
5.9
2
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
29.3
35.8
17.8
12.8
333
407
203
146
50
20.6
2.9
20.6
17
7
1
7
37. I believe that pay increases should be based primarily on performance.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
23
52.3
18.9
2.6
3.3
261
594
215
29
37
24.2
51.5
21.2
0
3
8
17
7
0
1
38. I believe that pay increases should be based primarily on length of service.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
3.3
22.8
55.9
14.7
3.3
38
260
636
167
37
3
30.3
54.5
9.1
3
1
10
18
3
1
39. I believe our health benefits (medical, dental, vision) compare well with
those offered by other employers in the area.
Strongly Agree
12.7
145
20.6
7
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
47.2
18.2
7.2
14.6
539
208
82
167
47.1
23.5
0
8.8
16
8
0
3
Strongly Agree
27.3
311
38.2
13
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
56.8
5.2
1.4
9.4
647
59
16
107
55.9
0
0
5.9
19
0
0
2
40. I believe our leave policies (vacation, sick leave, etc.) compare well with
those offered by other employers in the area.
Question
CCCS
Response
%
17.1
CCCS
Response
Count
195
MCC
Response
%
20.6
MCC
Response
Count
7
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
54.3
10.9
2.5
15.2
618
124
28
173
61.8
5.9
0
11.8
21
2
0
4
Strongly Agree
4.9
56
0
0
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
32
35.9
12.1
15.1
364
408
137
171
44.1
44.1
2.9
8.8
15
15
1
3
Strongly Agree
5.6
64
3
1
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
51.8
26.9
7.2
8.4
589
306
82
95
72.7
21.2
0
3
24
7
0
1
44. The culture and policies of the college support a healthy work/life balance.
Strongly Agree
597
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
7.6
52.9
25.4
10.5
3.5
86
597
287
119
40
18.2
75.8
3
0
3
6
25
1
0
1
45. I feel like I know what is going on at the college.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
10.4
54.7
24.4
7.9
2.6
118
619
276
89
29
33.3
57.6
9.1
0
0
11
19
3
0
0
46. I know generally who is responsible for doing what in my college.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
12.9
64
16
5.9
1.2
145
722
180
67
14
29.4
67.6
2.9
0
0
10
23
1
0
0
41. I believe our retirement benefits compare well with those offered by other
employers in the area.
42. Our retirement benefits give me confidence that I will have enough money
when I retire to maintain my current standard of living.
43. The amount of money that I must contribute toward the cost of my
benefits is reasonable.
Answer
Strongly Agree
Question
47. I get the kind of information that I need from senior management.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
CCCS
Response
%
11.5
53.3
22.5
10.4
2.3
48. My supervisor keeps me informed about issues that affect me.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
24.9
52.2
14.8
6.3
1.8
282
592
168
72
20
38.2
55.9
2.9
0
2.9
13
19
1
0
1
49. I feel encouraged to find new and better ways of doing my job and
improving processes.
Strongly Agree
25.4
289
35.3
12
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
54.7
14.2
4.6
1.1
622
162
52
12
58.8
2.9
2.9
0
20
1
1
0
50. My opinion at work seems to count.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
18.8
50
17.6
10.4
3.2
213
567
199
118
36
29.4
55.9
11.8
2.9
0
10
19
4
1
0
51. The feedback I received during my most recent performance evaluation
was meaningful and has helped me to improve my work.
Strongly Agree
18.6
210
26.5
9
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
48.8
15
5.5
12.1
551
169
62
137
64.7
2.9
0
5.9
22
1
0
2
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
11.8
53.9
20.5
7
6.8
133
610
232
79
77
11.8
55.9
26.5
0
5.9
4
19
9
0
2
52. I feel I have good job security at my college.
Answer
CCCS
Response
Count
130
602
254
117
26
MCC
Response
%
26.5
64.7
8.8
0
0
MCC
Response
Count
9
22
3
0
0
Question
Answer
CCCS
Response
%
5
30.9
37.8
17.9
8.3
CCCS
Response
Count
57
350
428
203
94
MCC
Response
%
5.9
38.2
41.2
8.8
5.9
MCC
Response
Count
2
13
14
3
2
53. I feel I have good career advancement opportunities at my college.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
54. Promotions in my department and college are determined based upon
merit.
Strongly Agree
3.2
36
6.1
2
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
24.8
29.5
16.1
26.4
280
332
181
298
42.4
24.2
9.1
18.2
14
8
3
6
55. I am optimistic about my future opportunities at the college.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
7.2
39.2
29.1
12.4
12.1
81
442
328
140
136
8.8
58.8
17.6
8.8
5.9
3
20
6
3
2
56. The college does a good job of developing employees for job opportunities
and advancement in the organization.
Strongly Agree
4.5
51
11.8
4
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
29.1
33.7
16.7
16
329
381
189
181
47.1
23.5
8.8
8.8
16
8
3
3
Strongly Agree
4.5
51
8.8
3
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
27
32.4
18
18.1
304
365
203
204
55.9
17.6
8.8
8.8
19
6
3
3
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
12.3
59
18.6
7.2
2.8
139
665
210
81
32
32.4
67.6
0
0
0
11
23
0
0
0
57. At my college, employees that work hard and do a good job will have
opportunities for promotions and advancement.
58. Overall, I believe that my college is a well-run organization.
Question
Answer
59. I know the mission, vision, and goals that have been set by my college.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
CCCS
Response
%
18.9
66.8
8.8
3.3
2.2
CCCS
Response
Count
213
751
99
37
25
MCC
Response
%
47.1
52.9
0
0
0
MCC
Response
Count
16
18
0
0
0
60. I believe that the college is achieving its mission, vision, and goals.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
14.3
59.2
12.1
3.6
10.8
161
665
136
41
121
41.2
55.9
2.9
0
0
14
19
1
0
0
61. I understand how to do my part in helping the college to achieve its
mission, vision, and goals.
Strongly Agree
20.7
231
41.2
14
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
65
6.3
3
5.1
726
70
33
57
58.8
0
0
0
20
0
0
0
62. I have trust and confidence in the leadership of the college.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
17.4
48.7
16.8
9.4
7.7
195
546
189
106
86
41.2
55.9
2.9
0
0
14
19
1
0
0
63. My college is headed in the right direction.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
17.6
52.9
11.2
5.5
12.8
197
591
125
61
143
36.4
63.6
0
0
0
12
21
0
0
0
64. I am proud to tell others that I work for this college.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
32.4
53.2
7.7
2.9
3.8
361
593
86
32
42
47.1
52.9
0
0
0
16
18
0
0
0
65. I feel that the college cares about its employees.
Strongly Agree
Agree
15.4
49.6
172
554
50
40.6
16
13
Question
Answer
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
CCCS
Response
%
19.7
9.7
5.6
CCCS
Response
Count
220
108
62
MCC
Response
%
6.3
0
3.1
MCC
Response
Count
2
0
1
66. Employees at this college are treated well and fairly.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
13.2
47.7
22.8
9
7.4
146
529
253
100
82
39.4
42.4
12.1
0
6.1
13
14
4
0
2
67. My college has a good reputation in the community.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
26.7
55.6
7.2
2.6
7.9
299
622
80
29
88
52.9
47.1
0
0
0
18
16
0
0
0
68. I plan to work for my college for the next_____ years.
1-2 years
3-4 years
5-6 years
7-8 years
9+ years
21
16.4
16.4
8.1
38.1
226
176
176
87
409
12.1
15.2
18.2
9.1
45.5
4
5
6
3
15
69. I rarely think about quitting.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Unknown
23.9
38.8
21.8
12.4
3.1
267
433
243
138
35
27.3
60.6
12.1
0
0
9
20
4
0
0
70. If you are planning to leave your current employment, please indicate the
reason(s) why.
Pay & Benefits
49.1
156
25
1
Working Conditions
Conflict with Supervisor
Conflict with Co-workers
Dissatisfaction with Job Duties
Lack of Advancement
Career Change
Moving or Relocation
Other
37.1
18.9
11.6
27.4
54.1
16
6.3
28.9
118
60
37
87
172
51
20
92
0
0
0
0
75
0
25
0
0
0
0
0
3
0
1
0
Question
Answer
71. I am eligible for and plan to retire in the next ____ years.
72. Please rate the following factors in terms of their importance to you as
they contribute to your personal job satisfaction.
A. Job Security
CCCS
Response
%
4.3
7.6
10.8
8
69.2
CCCS
Response
Count
45
82
113
84
727
MCC
Response
%
3
12.1
15.2
3
66.7
MCC
Response
Count
1
4
5
1
22
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
70.7
24.5
4.3
.4
788
273
48
5
82.4
17.6
0
0
28
6
0
0
1-2 years
3-4 years
5-6 years
7-8 years
9+ years
B.
Opinions/Suggestions are Valued
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
60.3
35.2
4.1
.4
674
393
46
5
69.7
27.3
3
0
23
9
1
0
C.
Pay
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
59.9
36.3
3.6
.2
669
406
40
2
61.8
38.2
0
0
21
13
0
0
D. Benefits
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
54.4
37.5
7.1
1.1
607
418
79
12
55.9
41.2
2.9
0
19
14
1
0
E.
Employee Recognition
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
36.8
38.7
19.6
4.8
410
432
219
54
27.3
45.5
18.2
9.1
9
15
6
3
F.
Working Conditions
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
60.4
35.6
4
.1
671
395
44
1
55.9
41.2
2.9
0
19
14
1
0
Very Important
42.7
477
26.5
9
G. Training/Professional Development
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
45.3
10.6
1.4
506
118
16
55.9
14.7
2.9
19
5
1
H. Career Advancement Opportunities
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
45.1
39.1
13.6
2.2
503
436
152
25
35.3
44.1
14.7
5.9
12
15
5
2
I.
Leadership/Supervision
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
61.8
32
5.7
.5
689
357
63
6
55.9
35.3
8.8
0
19
12
3
0
J.
Ability to Perform Meaningful Work
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
85.8
13.5
.7
0
959
151
8
0
97.1
2.9
0
0
33
1
0
0
K.
Relationships with Coworkers
Very Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not Important
56.3
36.4
6.4
.9
629
407
71
10
58.8
35.3
2.9
2.9
20
12
1
1
Extremely Satisfied
Very Satisfied
Satisfied
Somewhat Dissatisfied
Extremely Dissatisfied
12.4
31.1
32.8
18.4
5.2
139
348
367
206
58
20.6
47.1
26.5
5.9
0
7
16
9
2
0
73. Overall, how satisfied are you with your current employment situation?