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Staff Classification Structure
The new classification structure aligns our job codes with market match information. This will assist us with hiring in a competitive market as well as with the retention of current employees.WHAT IS A Classification Structure?
A job classification structure is a systematic framework used to evaluate and categorize
positions based on their duties, responsibilities, scope, and complexity. This process,
also known as job evaluation, ensures that job titles accurately reflect position
specifications and organizational standards. Classifications should focus strictly
on job responsibilities and departmental needs, not on the specific skill sets of
incumbents.
How will the Classifications be used?
The current job codes have a wide variety of classifications within them (Ex. Skilled
Trades Worker). In the new structure, those will now be further clarified by organizing
them into new, more specific job classifications. Each of these jobs has its own unique market.
Within each of these job classifications, there will also be levels based on the corresponding
skillset needed for a given position.
The new classification structure first starts with identifying a person's job family
and function. The job family is group of jobs that represent a specific discipline.
The job functions are the specific areas within a family with specific knowledge or
skills.
CLASSIFICATION RESOURCES
- Video: Introduction to New Classification Structure for Employees*new 8/28/25*
- Classification Family and Function Guide (PDF)
- Leveling Guide (PDF)*new 8/21/25*
- Supervisor Talking Points (PDF)
- Staff Discussion Guide (PDF)
- Register for the Supervisor Training in PEP (Note: this course is only available to those who supervise staff)
- Draft Journeys Classification Summary Sheet (PDF)
Additional resources coming soon!
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We welcome you to reach out to hrweb@uga.edu with any questions.