Common use of Position Classification Review/Appeal Procedure Clause in Contracts

Position Classification Review/Appeal Procedure. The classification of any position which does not result in the reduction in grade and pay of the employee is not subject to the negotiated grievance procedure. However, if the employee believes their position is not properly classified as to title, pay plan, series, and/or grade, the employee may: A. Request a Forest Service position classification review: 1. To initiate a classification review, the employee may submit such a request, through their supervisor, to a Forest Service classifier to have the classification of the position reviewed by a different Forest Service classifier. The classifier will consider the employee’s written and oral comments. The employee may have Union representation during any discussions related to the review. The findings, including the reviewer’s evaluation statement, will be reported in writing to the employee no later than 90 days from the date of the employee’s request to the Forest Service classifier. B. Appeal directly to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) or the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM): The employee may use the USDA or the OPM Classification Appeal procedures directly, or upon completion of the Forest Service Position Classification Review in Subsection 4.a, above. Employees may request information on the classification appeal rights and process from Management.