Date:
March 20, 2013
To:
Faculty and Staff
From:
El pagnier K. Hudson, M.S.
Assistant Vice President for Human Resources
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Subject:
CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION REDESIGN PROJECT
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The Division of Human Resources is pleased to announce that the Classification and Compensation
Redesign Project (CCRP) is underway. As part of our ongoing efforts to become an Employer of Choice,
our University is committed to a major reassessment of our current classification and compensation
program. This is the first of a series of communications that will provide you with important
information about this exciting project.
The Classification and Compensation Project will focus on benefits- earning Administrative and Staff
positions and will require the review of approximately 2,800 positions. It is anticipated that a project
of this magnitude will take 18-24 months.
The preliminary objectives of the CCRP are to:
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Redesign the classification and compensation program to best serve the changing needs
of the University.
Update and enhance the classification structure.
Formulate job specifications in line with best market practices consistent with industry
standards.
Enhance the ability to attract, retain and/or motivate staff in a current competitive
environment.
Support management in achieving the University’s strategic objectives.
Support employee career growth and development.
To learn more about the project and track its progress, visit the CCRP website for additional
information. Thank you in advance for your enthusiasm of this project as well as your continued
support of Human Resources in this Worlds Ahead venture.