Classification Process
Position Classification
BCN Human Resources is responsible for classification of all State of Nevada classified jobs assigned to the NSHE North. This includes classification of new positions and reclassification of existing positions. The Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) defines the rules and regulations pertaining to position classification in sections 284.126 through 284.152. This reference source can be found on-line at http://dop.nv.gov/NAC.pdf.
Position Classification and Reclassification
New position classification is done in conjunction with recruitment for the position. In collaboration with the hiring department, a BCN classification analyst will allocate the position to the appropriate classification.
Reclassification refers to the study of an existing position. A classification analyst will conduct a study to determine if significant change has occurred. If significant change has occurred, the analyst will determine whether the scope of responsibilities is outside the scope of the current classification and if the preponderance of duties warrant allocation to a different classification.
For both new and existing classification actions, the classification analyst evaluates the job based on characteristics common to class specifications and similar positions. The State of Nevada classifies jobs based on "whole job analysis" focusing on duties and responsibilities and not on an employee's skill, background, longevity or competence.
The NPD-19 form is required for both new and existing classification requests. This form describes the duties, responsibilities and other characteristics of the job. The hiring department is to complete this form, obtain the necessary signatures (including Budget approval) and forward it to BCN Human Resources.
With the NPD19 form, each request must be accompanied by an Employment Requisition form. This form serves as funding approval for the request.
Please call 784-6844 if you have questions regarding this process.