Position Classification. DRA performs all aspects of Human Resources support for our Federal government clients on an ad-hoc and continuing contracts. We have significant capabilities in job analysis and classification under the General Schedule, the National Security Personnel System and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Job analysis and position classification constitutes the base upon which all other HR activities are built. For example, the duties of a position must be defined and classified before a vacancy can be announced and an employee hired. DRA staff members write position descriptions, prepare evaluation statements including those for adjudicating formal classification appeals, study FLSA and organizational work distribution to address issues addressed by unions, and advise personnel office staff by developing or documenting an official determination as to title, series, and grade. In these cases, the DRA staff usually performs desk audits of incumbents and supervisors in person or by telephone to assure that all pertinent information is considered.

Performance Management and Awards. DRA develops, implements, and maintains agency performance management and awards systems. We perform job analyses to determine duties critical to mission accomplishment and amenable to measurement and recommend those levels of accomplishment identifying top performers and those necessary for adequate job performance and normal advancement. We undertake surveys or reviews to assess the effectiveness of current systems and develop new systems to address problem areas or facilitate employee and management interaction. We also advise managers on the development or revision of performance plans and individual development plans.