USAFE-AFAFRICAI36-118 governs non-U.S. position classification and position management outside Germany.
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The instruction covers classification procedures, position descriptions, classification surveys, position changes, evaluation statements, and organization books and charts. It requires accurate position descriptions, certification before recruitment, and defined procedures for classification reviews and advice.
Applies to: This instruction applies to all USAFE-AFAFRICA Regular Air Force supervisors whose FN employees are serviced by a CPF.
A civilian position review/audit may be requested by management or employee when significant changes have occurred (i.e., mission change, technological advances, additional duties, etc.). Normally, audit/review requests will not be accepted if one has been accomplished within the last 2 years. (paragraph 3)
A position description meets the standard of adequacy when it states the principle duties, responsibilities, and supervisory relationships of a position in a sufficiently clear manner so as to provide information necessary for its proper classification. (paragraph 3)
The effective date of an action relating to establishing or changing a position’s title, series, grade or pay system is the date when the official with properly delegated authority approves the proposed classification. (paragraph 3)
For each position vacancy and prior to recruitment efforts, the accuracy of each PD must be reviewed and certified/recertified by the supervisor and the classification specialist. (paragraph 7)
New classification standards applicable to non-U.S. positions must be applied within 6 months of the date of receipt. (paragraph 8)