Some audits are done at the request of supervisors or managers and some at the request of employees. It is a fact-finding process which involves interviews with both the incumbent and the supervisor of a position. Interviewing the incumbent and the supervisor gives the classifier both a detailed description and a broad overview of the position. For the classifier to be able to do the most accurate job of classifying your position, he or she needs accurate information. One of the best ways to acquire this information is to interview the person who is actually doing the job.
Many people dread having their position audited.
If your position is desk audited , you should emphasize the major areas of your work and how your position fits into your organization's and the Bureau's operations. Most important, do not understate or exaggerate your duties and responsibilities. Make sure that when the classifier leaves, he or she has a good understanding of your position. Here are some ways you can prepare for an audit. Talk to your supervisor to make sure you understand the reason for the audit.