Category 1: Classification Concepts/Process
What are the "three" key documents required for classification package?
PD, JDHS, and Org. chart.
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The Work Guidance/General Supervision sub-factor describes a team leader or senior staff member who does not have full supervisory authority.
True/False
Name three platforms commonly used in Position Classification.
MClass, CIS, MClass Viz, Sharepoint (OE)
What makes a good PD?
It should be "Classifiable and Recruitable"
What classification action is needed for vacant position provisionally approved during OPS Migration?
Full Review
Give an example of credit that, if given, must be supported by the actual documentation.
Complex writing – Sample writing, Contract End User – CGRF.
Give examples of job description types where the RCC determines the final grade.
FJD, UJD, RJD.
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If the SJD is modified and RCC uses it as a reference, what position classification action is required?
Full Review
What are the five MClass job factors and their respective percentages?
Responsibility (25%), Knowledge (30%), Intellectual Skills (20%), Communication (20%), and Working Environment (5%)
Give two examples of credits that are pro-rated when duties are shared with others.
Equipment, Finance, Expendable Supplies.
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When do you use “Reclassify” button in MClass?
Use the "Reclassify" button when reclassifying an existing position to retain the same OPS job code.
Provide examples of duties that cannot be shared, along with the associated credits.
COR duties/COR credit,
Supervisory duties/Line management credit.
Any cross-check with _______ or_______ must be resolved.
Any cross-check with __Intellectual skills___ or_Communication__ must be resolved.
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How would you give a credit in MClass for position that needs Level 3 English, Spanish (most widely spoken), and French?
Give Level III to all three: English under English, Spanish under Most widely Spoken, and French under Multiple languages.
What is CIS (Classification Intake System) used for?
Online system to track communication between post and the RCC as well as between classifiers and approvers.
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Name two types of position classification actions done by RCC and briefly explain the differences between the two.
Full Review and Recertification.
Full Review is a comprehensive (or longer) workflow. Three possible grade outcomes - up, down, unchanged. Informal/Formal appeal option available.
Recertification is a shorter workflow. Grade remain unchanged. No appeal option available.
Back-up duties are generally not creditable in MClass. However, which duties are considered as an exception, and what credit is associated with them?
Back up/Alternate Cashier – Handling Cash.
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What is MClass Viz Classifier and Approver Dashboard used for?
Online data visualization tool which allows comparison of jobs worldwide in MClass.
Back-up/Other assigned duties are generally not added to the PD. What is an alternate way to include such other assigned duties to the PD.
Add a standard note to the PD: ______
with no percentage assigned.