Why is emphasis being placed on supervisor positions for the second program of the Professional Development Institute?
Good supervisors play a critical role in helping Duke develop a positive work environment dedicated to excellence in education, research and patient care. Supervisors are the front line for any organization, so developing strong, supportive supervisors is typically the best way to improve individual and operational performance, staff retention, and the overall work environment. New supervisors are often hired or promoted into positions with management responsibility without any support or training regarding how to deal with the challenge of people management, financial management and budgeting, or project management. In addition, there is an identified staffing need for quality supervisors at Duke, and during the next several years there will be a greater need for experienced supervisors and managers as more staff begin to retire. At the present time, there are more than 100 vacancies for supervisory positions listed at Duke. The First Time Supervisor Program provides managers with an
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