S.C. Code Regs. 19-705.02. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COMPENSATION PLAN

A. The Division of State Human Resources periodically shall conduct studies for the purpose of making recommendations that will maintain a competitive Compensation Plan. B. An employee shall be paid within the pay bands in accordance with the provisions of this Regulation. C. An employee shall not be paid in excess of the maximum of the pay band for a class, unless such payment is authorized by this Regulation. D. Any pay action which requires approval from DSHR must receive such approval prior to an agency effecting the action. E. Prior to submission of a request to DSHR for approval, the agency human resources shall review all proposed pay changes to determine that they are in compliance with the provisions of this Regulation.