Classification and Compensation Trainings
Below are a few of the meetings and trainings provided by the Classification and Compensation Team in State Human Resources.
C&C Roundtable Meetings
Overview: The C&C Roundtable is a dedicated forum for Classification & Compensation specialists across Washington state agencies and higher education institutions. These meetings focus on sharing timely updates, discussing enterprise classification and compensation issues, and providing space for the collaboration among practitioners who perform C&C work.
Participation: This forum is limited to individuals whose roles include classification duties and/or compensation responsibilities within state agencies and higher education institutions. To ensure this space remains relevant and appropriately scoped, access to the C&C listserv requires a brief verification.
When requesting to join please include:
- Your job title
- A short description of your C&C duties and responsibilities
- Include your supervisor or C&C manager on your email
- Whether you work primarily in classification, compensation, or both
This information helps us confirm that subscribers are actively engaged in C&C work and ensures information remains targeted to the appropriate audience.
To request access or update your organization’s information please email classandcomp@ofm.wa.gov.
2026 Schedule:
- September 15, 1:30pm – 3:00pm
- December 8, 1:30pm – 3:00pm
Introduction to Position Allocation Training
Overview: This introductory training is designed to support human resource professionals in understanding how to assign positions to the appropriate job classifications within the Washington General Service. It provides a foundational overview of the position allocation process, covering key documentation requirements and introducing tools and best practices used across the enterprise to promote consistency, accuracy, and fairness in classification decisions. Registration will open approximately three weeks prior to the training dates listed below.
More information can be located on our Position Allocation August HR Lunch and Learn.
2026 Schedule:
- October 13th, 10:00am – 3:30pm
EMS Training
Overview: This training equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to manage your agency’s exempt classes. Participants will gain insight into writing an Exempt Management Position Description and evaluating the position using the EMS tools and resources available. Registration will open approximately three weeks prior to the training dates listed below.
Visit the EMS Tools and Resources Page for more information.
2026 Schedule:
- August 20th, 10:00am – 2:30pm
- December 10th, 10:00am – 2:30pm
IT Professional Structure Evaluation Training
Overview: Statute (WAC 357-13-058 (3)) driven training of the Information Technology Position Evaluation Process to ensure consistent and credible position evaluations within the IT Professional Structure. Training participants are those individuals that have been designated by their organization to be a member of their ITPS Evaluation Committee. Only those individuals who have successfully completed this training may participate in an organization’s ITPS Evaluation Committee.
Visit our IT Professional Structure Page for more information.
IT Position Evaluation – Online Refresher Training
We’ve created a shortened, easy‑to‑navigate version of our IT Position Evaluation Online Refresher Training to support HR professionals who need a quick review of the core concepts. This updated recording is hosted on YouTube and includes chapter markers so you can jump directly to the topics you need whether it’s evaluation responsibilities, scope of responsibilities, or common classification considerations.
This condensed training is designed to help you refresh your knowledge efficiently and reinforce consistent statewide application of IT position evaluation standards. Note: This refresher does not replace the required live training and is intended only as a supplemental review.
Click below to watch the training and explore the chapters at your own pace.
IT Position Evaluation Online Refresher Training – YouTube
2026 Training Schedule:
- September 16th, 10:00am – 3:30pm; registration opens August 19th, 2026
2027 Training Schedule:
- February 10th, 10:00am – 3:30pm; registration opens January 13th, 2027
- June 9th, 10:00am – 3:30pm; registration opens May 12th, 2027
- October 13th, 10:00am – 3:30pm; registration opens September 15th, 2027