Fla. Admin. Code R. 60L-31.004

Current through Reg. 50, No. 235-239, December 10, 2024

Section 60L-31.004 - Exercise of Classification Authority

(1) Each employing agency shall have the authority and responsibility to classify positions authorized by the Legislature or authorized pursuant to Chapter 216, F.S., to classify positions that are added in lieu of positions deleted pursuant to Chapter 216, F.S., to reclassify established positions, and to correct errors in classification; provided, that absent an express written delegation of authority by the Department, agencies shall not have authority to reclassify positions between the various services (selected exempt service, senior management service, and career service).

(2) Classification actions taken by an employing agency shall be within the classification system established by the Department, and shall be in accordance with these rules.

(3) Any classification action to be taken by an employing agency shall be initiated by preparation of a current position description.

(a) If Office of Policy and Budget approval is required to effect a classification action, the employing agency shall not effect the classification action until the required approval has been obtained.

(b) An agency requesting a revision of the classification system shall furnish to the Department position descriptions, the proposed changes, and any other material the agency believes justifies the request.

(4) Classification actions of the employing agency shall be subject to post audit review by the Department. If the Department determines that the duties and responsibilities officially assigned to the position are not in accordance with the classification system, the action may be changed as provided in Chapter 110, F.S.

(5) When a position is affected by a classification action, the pay for the employee filling that position shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 60L-32, F.A.C.

Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 60L-31.004

Rulemaking Authority 110.1055, 110.201 (1), 110.2035(1), 110.403 (1), 110.605(1) FS. Law Implemented 110.201, 110.403, 110.605 FS.

New 1-22-02, Amended 4-3-03.