Compensation and Classification FAQs
How is my salary determined?
Several factors are considered in determining the salary assigned to a position. The current exempt and non-exempt pay ranges are based on the regional market salary rates; therefore, they are the primary tools used in determining a fair and equitable salary for a position. Other resources used include national and local salary data from other universities and internal comparisons of USG/UMD salaries.
What services under Compensation and Classification are provided by the Office of Human Resources?
The OHR staff assists with new positions; evaluates requests for position reclassifications, title changes, and pay range assignments; and reviews and processes acting capacity, administrative increment, and overload requests.
What is a reclassification?
A reclassification is a change in the title and/or the pay range assignment of a position. Reclassification is appropriate when the duties and responsibilities of a position have changed significantly over time so that the current title and/or grade are no longer correct. A review of a reclassification request can result in a recommendation to classify the position at a higher or lower level or a determination that the position is already properly classified.
What is a job description?
A job description outlines the duties, functions, and expectations of a position. It is developed in the department by the supervisor usually with input from the incumbent if the position is occupied.
How do employees receive raises?
Although salary increases are not guaranteed, employees who consistently meet the performance standards of their positions may be granted periodic adjustments. Salary increases may also result from promotions or reclassifications to higher level positions. Increases may also result from market adjustments and/or cost-of-living adjustments (COLA).