Classification Appeals Clause Samples
The Classification Appeals clause establishes a formal process for disputing or challenging the classification of goods, services, or information as determined by one party. Typically, this clause outlines the steps an aggrieved party must follow to submit an appeal, such as providing written notice and supporting documentation within a specified timeframe. Its core function is to ensure fairness and transparency by providing a structured mechanism for resolving disagreements over classifications, thereby reducing the risk of arbitrary decisions and promoting mutual understanding.
Classification Appeals. In accordance with Personnel Rule III, Section 5, appeals of recommended allocations may be filed by incumbents in positions included in a classification study or by their representative. The burden of proof on any classification appeal rests with the appellant to establish why the recommended allocation is not appropriate. The content of and decision on classification appeals shall be restricted to consideration of the recommended and the requested classification. All classification appeals shall be limited to a discussion of duties and responsibilities performed at the time the position was studied. Classification appeals are heard by a mediator with classification expertise. The decision of the mediator shall be advisory. If the decision of the mediator has an economic impact, the decision of the mediator shall be in the form of a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors for final action. The mediator shall follow the appeal procedure established by the County and SBPEA, and provide written justification to the aforementioned parties on classification appeal recommendations. If an employee/appellant is represented by SBPEA, the cost of the mediator shall be split between the County Department of the employee/appellant and SBPEA. If an employee/appellant is not represented by SBPEA, the County Department of the employee/appellant shall bear the cost for the mediator. Any decisions awarded in those cases where SBPEA does not represent the appellant shall be limited to that singular case and the decision may not be cited as precedent by the County, SBPEA or any other appellant representative in subsequent proceedings.
Step 1 At the conclusion of the classification study, Human Resources will make a written recommendation to the appointing authority, unless the mediator’s recommendation would have an economic impact. In such cases, the Board of Supervisors would take final action.
Step 2 The appointing authority will notify position incumbent(s) of study results and the timeframes for filing an appeal.
(a) Employees may file a classification appeal individually or in groups provided that all positions represented were allocated to the same class and appealed to the same class. The appeal form should thoroughly explain why the incumbent believes that the allocation is not appropriate and why the requested class is more appropriate. Appeals must be based on the duties performed at the time the position was studied. Changes subsequent to the study will be co...
Classification Appeals. 17 A. The District and CSEA may mutually agree during negotiations to use 18 an appeal process when the parties cannot reach agreement on a 19 classification decision. The classification decision will be referred to
Classification Appeals a. The Employer will provide employees and the Union with procedures classification appeals through DoD or OPM channels upon request.
b. Employees or their representatives are encouraged to submit their classification/job grading appeals through the Civilian Personnel Section. Federal Wage System (FWS) employees must file initial appeals with the DoD Civilian Personnel Management Service (DoD CPMS). If not satisfied with the decision from DoD they may subsequently appeal to OPM. General Schedule (GS) employees may file an appeal directly to either OPM or DoD. GS employees choosing to file initially with DoD also may subsequently appeal to OPM if not satisfied with DoD decision. However, employees filing directly with OPM have no further avenues of appeal.
Classification Appeals. A represented employee may request a review of his/her job classification. The represented employee’s request shall be directed to the City Attorney. The City Attorney has sole discretion to determine whether or not to review the represented employee’s classification and whether or not to implement recommendations arising from that review. The City Attorney’s classification decisions shall be final, and shall not be appealable to the Civil Service Board, the City Council, or to any other administrative body.
Classification Appeals. A. The Department will provide employees and the local union with copies of procedures for filing classification appeals through the Department or OPM channels, upon request.
B. Employees or their representatives are encouraged to submit their classification/job grading appeals through the local Human Resources Management (HRM)
Classification Appeals. 6.1 Employees may appeal classification decisions that result in a reduction in their grade or pay through Article 32, Grievance Procedure, or through the administrative process provided for under 5 C.F.R. 511.101 et seq. Other classification disputes concerning the establishment or change the title, series, grade, or pay system of a position will be processed under 5 C.F.R. Part 511, Subpart F.
6.2 Employees or their designated representative may file an appeal with OPM to challenge either the appropriateness of the occupational series or grade of the employee’s position or the inclusion under or exclusion of their position from Chapter 51 of Title 5 U.S.C. by either USMEPCOM or OPM. However, employees who suffer reductions in grade or pay in part or wholly because of reclassification may opt to resolve disputed classification issues through Article 32, Grievance Procedure.
6.3 Classification appeals will be processed in accordance with 5 C.F.R. Part 511, Subpart F, for General Schedule employees; 5 C.F.R. Part 532, Subpart G, for Federal Wage System employees; applicable USMEPCOM rules; and the provisions of this Agreement, as appropriate. USMEPCOM will provide employees and their designated representatives with copies of procedures for filing classification appeals through USMEPCOM and OPM channels upon request.
Classification Appeals. Upon an employee’s request, the classifier will discuss a classification decision with the employee. Any employee who does not agree with the servicing personnel office classification decision will follow the established classification appeals process.
a. Wage grade employees may appeal a classification decision through the agency classification appeal process. If dissatisfied with that decision, the employee may then appeal to OPM.
b. General Schedule employees may appeal a classification decision through the agency classification appeal process and if dissatisfied with that decision, the employee may appeal to OPM, or the employee may appeal directly to OPM, but not both.
Classification Appeals. The supervision and control of all operations and the direction of the working force, including the right to hire and establish a classification and compensation plan for all support staff employees, will be vested exclusively in the Employer, subject to the provisions hereinafter set forth in this Article.
Classification Appeals. When an employee alleges, in writing, that his/her position is not properly classified, the employee will be furnished information on available appeal rights. The employee may be represented by the Union in discussing the matter with Management or in presenting an appeal.
Classification Appeals a. Employees have a right to appeal the classification of their positions in accordance with Department of Labor and OPM regulations.
b. An employee may request a classification audit when the employee believes that a material change has occurred in the position the employee encumbers. The audit shall be conducted within a reasonable period of time. After completion of the audit, the employee shall be provided in writing the management determination.