It is the practice of the California State University (CSU) that a position description is provided to Staff and Management Personnel Plan (MPP) employees upon initial hire and subsequently when there is a substantial change in the essential functions of the position. In the event this guideline conflicts with a collective bargaining agreement, the collective bargaining agreement shall supersede this guide.

A position description serves as the foundation for many functions and activities related to successful human resources operations, such as: recruitment and selection, job classification and compensation, performance appraisal, and disability accommodation.

A copy of the Position Description should be placed in an employee’s official personnel file.