D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 6, r. 6-B1109
The D.C. Department of Human Resources (DCHR) classifies positions by occupational group, series, and grade according to similarities and differences in duties, responsibilities, and qualification requirements.
DCHR organizes positions into occupational groups, which are major occupational categories, embracing a group of associated or related occupations. These occupational groups are then divided into one or more series, consisting of positions with similar work and qualification requirements. Each series is further divided by grade, which has an associated salary range.
DCHR establishes policies for placement of positions in the appropriate occupational groups, series, and grade level; investigates and reviews classification decisions of independent personnel authorities; and determines the overall administration of the District government's classification system.
DCHR shall administer the classification system. To administer the classification system, DCHR may conduct individual desk audits, engage in representative sampling of identical additional positions, or conduct periodic reviews of positions.
Agencies develop any needed reorganization or realignment proposals, which are then submitted to the personnel authority. These plans must include definitive position information, organizational charts, and proposed staffing patterns. The personnel authority shall review these proposals for propriety of staffing pattern, identify overlaps or duplication of functions and investigate measures to minimize any potential adverse impact on employees, such as reduction in force, downgrading, and reassignment.
Supervisors develop position descriptions for each position, with any needed assistance from DCHR and with appropriate input from their employees. When developing position descriptions, supervisors shall use content and formatting standards published by the United States Office of Personnel as follows:
D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 6, r. 6-B1109