TO:		Andrew Hutton

FROM:		Department Head

SUBJECT:	Request for Position Reclassification/Promotion for  ____________

DATE:		

RECOMMENDATION:

Reclassify the (position title - current classification) to (new position title - proposed classification) and promote (name) into the position with higher level duties.

POSITION AND DUTIES:

The specific duties of the (position title) are contained in the attached new position description.  In my opinion, the position, as described, fully meets the minimum requirements of the proposed classification.

DISCUSSION/JUSTIFICATION:

(Name) was hired in as a (old position classification) to perform (functions) in the (name department and group).  The duties which (name) will perform beginning (date) are more...

	Cite the reasons why (name) now performs at the higher level - this usually is incremental. (previously did this, now does this)

	Consider the following - Select the primary relevant factors (not all necessary) to discuss.  This is probably a paragraph or two describing the relevant job duties and reason.  All job duties are contained in attached description.

		Degree of difficulty (complexity, innovative thinking required)
		Level of responsibility (fit to management structure, number of functions)
		Importance of functions (impact on division if function not performed)
		Level of autonomy
		Scope of position
		Reporting level of position
		Internal and external work contacts
		Supervisory responsibility
		Influence on policy-making
		Level of qualifications necessary to perform work

QUALIFICATIONS:

In my opinion, (name) fully meets (or exceeds) minimum qualifications for this position (see attached job description).

POINTS VERIFICATION:

List the points acquired from past ratings:

Are these enough points for promotion?  Yes/No          If no, describe justification for exception.

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Andrew Hutton	                                                           Department Head Signature