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ARTICLE 33 - RECLASSIFICATION
Position Classification /Reclassification Definition
The process determines the appropriate classification and grade for new, vacant, and encumbered staff positions through a review of the position’s duties and responsibilities. A review will be conducted whenever a new position is created or when the functions of an existing position (either vacant or encumbered) change significantly and either the position holder and/or the department requests a re-evaluation of the position grade. Classification reviews focus on the contents of the position, not the performance, length of service, or personal qualifications of the employee. Major classification factors considered are:
· Problem solving
· Accountability Process for Self-Initiated Reviews 1. An employee may self-initiate a request for reclassification of his/her position, no more often than once in a twelve (12) month period, by preparing the appropriate forms and submitting them to UHR. A supervisory signature is required prior to UHR review to confirm that the duties, responsibilities and requirements are accurately stated. 2. The review shall be completed within eight (8) weeks of receipt by UHR. If a self-initiated request for reclassification is denied, a written explanation will be provided to the employee. 3. The employee may appeal if dissatisfied with the result of the review by submitting a written request to UHR stating the basis for the appeal and including appropriate documentation. Appeal requests are to be submitted within six (6) weeks of notification of the original classification. UHR will conduct a telephone interview with the employee as part of the appeal process. 4. UHR will complete the appeal review within 8 weeks of receipt of the appeal request with an extension of thirty (30) calendar days if necessary. 5. The compensation for reclassifications to another grade will be effective retroactively to the payroll week start date following receipt of the completed request-for-review materials. | |||||||||||
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