Positions

In payroll, a position refers to a specific job or role within an organization for which an employee is hired. Positions are distinct from individual employees, as multiple employees may occupy the same position over time.

When managing payroll, positions are important for several reasons:

Salary or Wage Determination: Each position within an organization may have a designated salary or wage range based on factors such as job responsibilities, required skills, and market rates.
Benefits Eligibility: Positions may be classified as full-time, part-time, or temporary, which can impact an employee's eligibility for benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Payroll Processing: Payroll systems are often set up to associate each employee with a specific position, which helps ensure that employees are paid correctly based on their position's salary or wage structure.
Reporting and Analysis: Positions are used in reporting and analysis to track labor costs, analyze workforce trends, and make strategic decisions about staffing and resource allocation.

In larger organizations, positions are typically defined in a job classification system or organizational chart, which outlines the hierarchy of positions and the relationships between them. Positions are often linked to job titles, but they may also include additional details such as job codes, salary grades, and reporting relationships.

In this section:

How do I add a position?

How do I assign a position type?

How do I remove a position?

Can I delete a department from a position?

How do I add a control number to a position?

How do I add a department to a position?

How do I change the departments assigned to a position?

How do I update the budgeted positions?

How many budgeted positions exist?