Classification Study
A classification study is the thorough review of a classification or occupation in partnership with agency Subject Matter Experts (SME) for the purpose of either modifying or revising a current classification or creating a new classification.
DAS Classification and Compensation is tasked with a number of classification studies during each bargaining sessions.
Roles and Responsibilities of a Subject Matter Expert
DAS Classification and Compensation holds a series of SME meetings to review the duties, knowledge, and responsibilities of the occupation with those who know the work best: employees performing the work, managers, and first line supervisors. The SME role is vital to ensure the work being performed is accurately defined in the classification specification. Throughout classification study meetings, the roles and responsibilities of a subject matter expert are to:
- Actively participate in discussions.
- Listen to the information shared by others, identify, and share differences in work performed enterprise wide.
- Provide feedback based on your experience and knowledge.
- Provide knowledge about guidelines, rules, and laws related to the occupational field.
- Review and provide feedback on documents as requested.