A classification description forms the basis upon which the compensation program is administered.

Evaluation job content: before the relative value of jobs can be determined, the job must be clearly understood in terms of its nature, purpose, and organizational level. Duties, responsibilities, and skill levels must be clearly described.

Determining competitive pay relationships: In gathering and analyzing survey data, a determination must be made regarding the comparability of survey jobs to jobs found within the college. This is accomplished by comparing the job’s duties and responsibilities.

Communicating job responsibilities to employees: Classification descriptions and task lists, which provide a clear definition of job content, can be used as a communication vehicle. Both employees and supervisors know what accomplishments are expected; performance goals or standards can be mutually determined, and performance can be reviewed against these targets.

Classification descriptions for HACC typically include:

• Job Summary Essential Duties
• Training & Experience
• Licensing Requirements
• Knowledge & Skills
• Physical Requirements

Classification descriptions will be evaluated through the use of the Decision Band Method (DBM) to determine band, grade and subgrade placement within the salary structure. This methodology was originally developed in the 1960’s and has continually been refined and tested by organizations throughout the world. As a result, this approach provides a consistent and valid approach to comparing and contrasting jobs. The DBM is based on the level of responsibility of the job which is measured by the scope and nature of the decisions that are made by incumbents.

Get More Details on the DBM Series and Classification Chart... (pdf)