How is the Division of Personnel job classification plan developed?
The DOP classification plan should be viewed as an administrative tool which helps to assure that personnel administration in state government is conducted on a planned and systematic basis, logically and equitably applied. The specific job classifications are established based on knowledge of agency organization, programs, positions and personnel. This ‘fact-finding’ element of position classification helps to insure that the classification plans, rules, policies and procedure have a sound factual basis. A well-developed plan is invaluable for nearly all personnel functions such as recruitment, pay administration, promotion, transfer, employee development and training, employee relations and performance evaluation. The plan also assists administrators in developing meaningful budgets and in workforce planning. The classification plans are approved by the State Personnel Board, a six member panel appointed by the Governor to represent the public interest in state personnel administrati
