The division of Compensation and Classification in Human Resources administers all policies associated with these topics. This division is responsible for classifying new positions, administering all employee compensation programs, and analyzing salary programs and policies.

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Position Classification Policy & Procedure

University positions are classified/reclassified to accurately reflect their differences in scope and responsibility, the level of expertise required in the position, impact of that position on the University, and market pricing. All of these factors are taken into account when classifying a position. 

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Position Classification/Reclassification

The classification/reclassification process is initiated by the completion of a classification/reclassification request form signed by the area VP. The form must be signed as a formal proposal by the initiator and must include the following:

1. A formal, detailed business and organizational rationale for the position creation or change.
2. Attach the organizational charts prior to and following the proposed position changes. Explain how the proposed action will affect other positions within the department, division or operations area.
3. A position description

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Personnel Requisition

This documentation is used to backfill a position currently vacated or to create a new position (for the creation of a new position, please visit the Compensation and Classification section). A current job description must be attached to the form. Once the form is completed, the appropriate department head signs the form and sends it to the area Vice President. Once signed by the Vice President, the form is forwarded to the Budget Office for approval. If it is a grant-funded position, the Department of Grants and Contract Services reviews and signs off on the form as well. Once complete, it goes to Human Resources who will post the position on its website and bulletin boards throughout campus.

Please contact Annie Crawford at 973-596-3139 or e-mail crawford@njit.edu

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