S.C. Code Regs. 19-706.03. ADMINISTRATION OF THE COMPENSATION PLAN

A. The Division of State Human Resources will coordinate with agencies to develop, implement, and maintain unclassified State titles which appropriately identify and distinguish between unclassified positions. B. An unclassified position should be authorized by the General Assembly and established by DSHR. When establishing an unclassified position, DSHR assigns a position number, unclassified State title and code, slot number, and State salary range, if applicable. C. The Division of State Human Resources has the authority to designate a classified position as unclassified for purposes of initially placing positions in the Executive Compensation System. D. The Division of State Human Resources may, as appropriate, conduct studies of unclassified positions with State salary ranges for the purpose of making recommendations that will promote a competitive compensation plan.