the purpose of position management

Position management involves the design and control of individual positions to achieve a proper balance of values among the following management considerations:


number of positions
total cost of services
maximum use of scarce or costly manpower skills
maximum attraction, retention, and motivation of competent personnel
provision for maximum development opportunities
effective use of work processes
equipment, and techniques
clear delineation of duties and responsibilities

Good position management reflects the composite resolution of these often conflicting values.