Work continues on classification

April 8, 2005

The first of the new job classes are set to go into effect on June 1, 2005. These Group 1 job classes were adopted last September, following an extensive review process.

Now the focus is on finalizing the job specifications for the Group 2 and 3 occupational categories, based on feedback received from employees and agencies. The Department of Personnel Director is expected to adopt the new specifications on May 12. The proposed effective date is January 1, 2006.

This second round of classification changes will affect approximately 8,000 state employees.

Upon adoption of the Group 2 and 3 classifications, DOP staff will immediately begin prioritizing, assessing, and preparing job classes for future transition to occupational categories, which will occur in stages during the next several years.

For additional information, go to the Department of Personnel website.