§ 86-71. Purpose.

The position classification plan is an adjunct to the merit system which provides a systematic arrangement and inventory of all positions in the county service. The plan groups the various positions into classes with appropriate titles, descriptions of duties and responsibilities and types of work performed. Class specifications also list the minimum requirements or qualifications needed to perform the work of the class such as education, experience and knowledge, skills and abilities. By describing work duties and relationships, the position classification plan provides a basis for:

(1)

Equal pay for equal work.

(2)

Qualification standards for recruiting and examining purposes.

(3)

Analyzing work distribution, areas of responsibility, lines of authority and other relationships between positions.

(4)

Determining salaries and wages budget requirements.

(5)

Developing standards of work performance.

(6)

Establishing lines of promotion.

(7)

Determining training needs.

(8)

Uniform job terminology to convey the same meaning to all concerned.

(Ord. No. 81-19, § 3.01, 9-3-81)