APPENDIX 149 – Consult with human resources for assistance in redefining job descriptions – Ensure equity in workload and compensation such as number of people supervised, number of people supported, level of support provided to students, faculty, staff; number of grants supported, degree of multi-tasking, etc. – Talk to colleagues in other units performing similar tasks and Human Resources to get an idea of staffing solutions across campus Develop Classified Staff and Appointed Personnel Staffing Plan for the New Unit At this time, it is important to redefine how work is done in the new unit. As much as possi- ble, focus on determining the ideal type of person and skill-sets needed to perform the work identified as essential for the new unit, independent of existing staff in the current units. • Develop appropriate job descriptions, classifications, and compensation plans for all positions in the new merged unit. • Balance the workload between staff members in the new merged unit. • Determine reporting lines for each position in the new unit. • Determine worksite locations for all staff. • Develop training plan for each position in the new unit, if necessary. • Develop a process for filling the positions (search committee, appointments, etc.). • Develop agreements between faculty and staff on the level of support for different functions. – Address issues of customer service between the merging organizations. ( this may be an area of cultural differences) • Evaluate salary requirements to meet the needs of the new staffing plan. Evaluate Existing Staff and Skills This step will allow the leaders to identify existing staff who have the potential to be assets to the new unit. • Establish a team to evaluate objectively the existing staffing relation to the new staffing plan. • Review current job descriptions and performance evaluations. • Conduct interviews with current staff to discuss career goals. • Talk to current supervisors, co-workers, subordinates. • Consult with Human Resources if questions arise. Implement New Staffing Plan This is a difficult task. Having the right person for the job will be critical to the success of the new unit.