The Classification and Compensation Division of the Office of Human Resources classifies positions in the Skilled, Professional and Management Services which have been delegated by the Department of Budget and Management. The Class Division prepares and maintains the necessary records which document classification actions, ensures that DHMH field unit staff are properly trained in the methods and procedures of the classification process, defends agency decisions on individual position classification actions in the grievance procedure, and establishes an internal audit procedure of classification actions for those units with delegated classification authority.

The division reviews and processes all requests for Executive Pay Plan actions, as well as requests for actions under statutory salary setting authority of the Secretary of Health and Mental Hygiene. The staff works with DHMH Executive Management to identify critical compensation problems and to develop documentation to support corrective actions in the form of the Pay Plan Amendment process. They prepare revisions to job specifications and standards for delegated classifications for submission to the Department of Budget and Management for final approval. Guidance is provided in the area of classification and compensation to the Director of Office of Human Resources in the matter of collective bargaining agreements, or in response to inquiries regarding legislation. Finally, the Classification Division provides consultation and guidance to DHMH managers in the areas of organizational structures, promotion from within the organizational unit and position control.