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Position Classification: An Introduction (Paper-Based)

(Course Available After Purchase)$265

Overview:
Learn the basics of the federal job classification system as well as the impact of decisions on how positions are classified. Practical, hands-on examples demonstrate basic principles of position classification in the General Schedule and Federal Wage System. Equivalent to 40 classroom hours.

Note: Classification documents needed to complete this course are on a CD included with the course materials. They can also be obtained from OPM's web site: www.opm.gov

Supervisors should take Planning and Describing Positions for Supervisors (SUPV7061N) or Classification for Supervisors (SUPV7003N) instead of this course.

This course is also part of the Human Resources Management, Level 1, program that can be completed entirely through distance education Certificate.

In this independent study paper-based course, assistance is available as needed. Take up to six months to complete.
Who Should Attend?
Federal HR practitioners and administrative staff who need a basic knowledge of the federal classification system.
Additional Information:
A supplemental CD-ROM is included with the course materials. View Course Selection Guides.
Syllabus:
Syllabus -- Position Classification: An Introduction, CLAS7051N, Grad. School, USDA

LESSON 1: Position Management

Students no longer complete this lesson because the Federal Personnel Manual chapter upon which the lesson is based was abolished. This lesson will be eliminated during next reprint.

LESSON 2: Classification Procedures

  • What is Position Classification?
  • Four Reading Assignments and Tests

LESSON 3: Classification Standards

  • Contents of a Narrative Standard
  • Series Definition
  • Exclusions
  • Titles
  • Classification Factors
  • Grade Level Criteria
  • Grade Level Descriptions
  • Contents of an FES Standard
  • Series Definition
  • Exclusions
  • Occupational Information
  • Titles
  • Grading of Positions
  • Grade Conversion Table
  • Factor Level Descriptions
  • CSC Benchmark Descriptions

LESSON 4: Evaluation Reports

  • What Is an Evaluation Report?
  • Why Is an Evaluation Report Needed?
  • When Is an Evaluation Report Needed?
  • Developing an Evaluation Report
  • Checklist for Adequate Evaluation Reports
  • Checklist Discussion

LESSON 5: Projects: General Information

  • Practice in Writing Evaluation Reports

LESSON 6: Classification of Federal Wage System Positions

  • Job Grading System for Trades and Labor Occupation
  • Contents of an FWS Standard
  • General
  • Skill and Knowledge
  • Responsibility
  • Physical Effort
  • Working Conditions
  • Comparing Standards at Different Grade Levels


Course Details
CODE:  CLAS7051N
TYPE:  Distance Education
LENGTH:  Up to 6 Month(s)
CREDIT:  4 CEU
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