CLASSIFICATION REVIEW POSITION
QUESTIONNAIRE
Human Resources
Instructions: The responses provided will be used to analyze this position’s classification. Ensure all information is accurate, specific
and current. Avoid using overly technical terms, acronyms, or abbreviations. Do not embellish, nor generalize the tasks assigned. The
classification review reflects the responsibilities of the position, not who’s doing the job or how well it’s being performed. Performance
is NOT being evaluated. Short, concise responses appropriate.
To expedite processing, also attach:
Current Position Description
Draft (proposed) Position Description
Organizational Chart that reflects proposed position
Review is being requested by: Employee/Supervisor (circle choice)
1: Incumbent Information
Position Title/Current Classification:
Proposed Title/Classification:
Incumbent’s Name:
Supervisor’s Name and Title:
Area Code/Telephone Number:
Department/Division:
Incumbent’s Signature/Date:
Supervisor’s Signature/Date:
Division Vice President Signature:
Vice President Review Date:
PART 2: Purpose of this Position:
PART 3: Changes in Functions:
Brief description of Changes:
A. What additional functions have been added to this position?
B. What functions are no longer being performed by this position?
PART 5: Scope and Nature of Work Relationships:
Internal/External Liaison. (The example provided below relates to an HR benefits coordinator.)
Contact Type (ex. All eligible employees)
Contact Purpose (ex. Provider benefit liaison)
Autonomy in performing job duties:
Supervisory Responsibility:
Direct/Indirect Supervisor:
Number & classification of direct reports:
PART 6: Position Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
Briefly describe the minimum requirements needed to perform the duties of the position competently.
Specialized Knowledge (ex.: Title 5, general accounting principles, CSU specific program policies, foreign language, etc.)
PART 4: Position Responsibilities:
In the table below, in order of priority, list the main activities performed and the percentage of time spent on
each. Do not include committees or activities UNLESS they are position specific.
WORK ACTIVITIES
% OF
TIME
Specific Work Experience
(ex.: state and federal grant preparation, PeopleSoft programming, etc.)
Work Specific Skills (ex.: Excel spreadsheet prep, forklift operator, tools or equipment, public speaking, etc.)
Campus Impact (ex.: Consequences of errors on overall campus, problem complexity, disaster potential)
PART 7: Unique characteristics of this position:
Work behaviors NOT knowledge/skill (ex.: unique working hours, or ability to lift certain weight)