Common use of Interpretation of Class Specifications Clause in Contracts

Interpretation of Class Specifications. The class specifications are descriptive and explanatory and not restrictive. They are intended to indicate the kinds of positions that should be allocated to the various classes. The use of a particular expression or illustration as to duties shall not be held to exclude others not mentioned that are of similar kind or quality, nor shall any specific omission necessarily mean that such factor is not included. The language of the specifications is not to be construed as limiting or modifying the authority of a department head to direct and control the work of employees under his/her jurisdiction or to alter their duties and responsibilities, as may be necessary in the efficient conduct of the business of the County, except that it shall be the responsibility of the department head to report to the Commission promptly any substantial change in the duties and responsibilities of any position under his/her jurisdiction. In determining the class to which a position should be allocated, the specification shall be considered in its entirety. Consideration shall be given to the general duties, specific tasks, responsibilities, and minimum requirements as a composite description of the kind and level of work the class is intended to embrace. In order to determine the level and proper grouping of the class within the plan, its relationship to other classes also must be considered; therefore, each class specification is to be read and interpreted with this relationship in mind.