What is the role of Classification and Compensation at UNC Charlotte?
Our role is to provide an objective review and proper classification of SPA positions at UNC Charlotte to ensure that they meet specific criteria set forth by the Office of State Personnel (OSP). Every university of the North Carolina University System, as well as agencies of the State of North Carolina, abide by rules and regulations established by OSP. The classification process involves the review of similarly classified positions within this university, as well as at other universities, while reviewing the state specifications of the proposed classification, ensuring that uniformity in classification among all state agencies is preserved. In essence, an SPA classified position at UNC Charlotte is performing similar work to the same classified position at any other University of the North Carolina system or state agency. Classification determinations are made on job factors such as variety and scope of work, difficulty and complexity of work; decision making authority and responsibi
