Fort Walton Beach Council agenda — 09-10-13--regular — reading text

comprehensive compensation and classification study to determine whether the City possessed a compensation and classification system that was both equitable as compared to the external competitive employment market as well as equitable internally. This study applied only to those employees who are not members of collective bargaining units. The study included a complete classification analysis using the Job Assessment Tool job valuation methodology as well as a statistical assessment of Internal conditions and an assessment of external equity including a salary survey of competing organizations. The final report, which is in the final stages of preparation will result in a series of findings and recommendations that will be designed to alleviate any strains on the system and, If necessary, redesign or augment the existing system in place at the City of Evanston. 4 Compensation and Classification Study City of Branson, Missouri The City of Branson retained Evergreen Solutions to conduct a comprehensive compensation and classification study to determine whether the City possessed a compensation and classification system that was both equitable as compared to the external competitive employment market as well as equitable internally. The study Included a complete classification analysis using the Job Assessment Tool job valuation methodology as well as a statistical assessment of internal conditions and an assessment of external equity including a salary survey of competing organizations. The report culminated with a series of findings and Evergreen Solutions, UC Pagc t -11 0 8 Aed 81, 0-£ L d=IN Jo PIeMV c 40SZ) 011' suognloS uaaJBIaA3 - lesodOJd PIS 810-£ L ddu nuawgoeRtl a N recommendations that were designed to alleviate any strains on the Oa Y ri system and, if necessary, redesign or augment the existing system in place at the City of Branson. A Comprehensive Compensation and Classification Study Jefferson County, Missouri Jefferson County retained Evergreen Solutions to conduct a Comprehensive Compensation and Classification Study to analyze the County' s market competitiveness and internal equity. Located just 40 miles southwest of the City of St. Louis, Jefferson County, at the time of the study, possessed a unique set of challenges being on the border of more rural, suburban, and even metropolitan markets. Maintaining market competitive compensation and classification plans in these environments required a special effort. The study included a comprehensive classification analysis using the Job Assessment Tool Job valuation methodology in addition to a statistical assessment of current conditions. An assessment of external equity including a salary survey of competing organizations was also conducted. The project concluded with a series of findings and recommendations that were designed to alleviate any strains on the system and, if necessary, redesign the existing system in place for the County. Job Comparability Study City of Newport News and Newport News Sherfff' s Office, Virginia The Evergreen Solutions Team was retained bythe City of Newport News and the Newport News Sheriffs Office to Conduct a Job Comparability Study of selected positions. The project involved assessing the comparability of NNSO ranking positions (Deputy, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Major, and Deputy Chief) against similar positions in the Newport News Police Department, Parks Department, and Adult Corrections Department. As an additional element of the analysis, Evergreen Solutions conducted a market salary surrey of regional sheriff' s offices to assess the competitive position of NNSO against regional peers. MI Eoeyreen Sofutiome LLC Page 1 - rz  R Red 8W-El dJH Jo PAeMV : t,OSZ) Illl' suopnlog UeOABAan3 - lesodold P! 9 9t0-£ t ddil quawgoeJJV N r Ys̀ Compensation and Classification Study City of Suffolk, Virginia 6' Evergreen Solutions was retained by the City of Suffolk to conduct a Compensation and Classification Study. Situated on the east coast of Virginia, the City employs approximately 700 individuals. The City of Suffolk is organized under a CounciVManager form of government. Seven elected officials sit on City Council; A City Manager oversees the daily operations of the city. Suffolk has also adopted a comprehensive plan and zoning ordinances. Evergreen consultants assessed both internal and external equity of the City's compensation and classification plan, and provided recommendations for anew plan to cover the City's employees. Evergreen Solutions provided Job Assessment Tool (JAT) completion support for several departments as on of the initial phase of the project, A market assessment was conducted taking into account local as well as regional peers to assess the current market position of the City. Evergreen Solutions utilized the JobForce Web module to provide the City with comprehensive recommendations to move the City to a more 29st century structure of human resource management. Since the completion of the project, Evergreen Solutions has been retained to provide plan maintenance to the City on a continuing basis. 4 Classification and Compensation Study County of Culpeper, Virginia Culpeper County retained Evergreen Solutions to assist with a comprehensive class cation and compensation study of all its employees. Evergreen' s consultants conducted a job analysis through desk audits, interviews, and focus groups. A more detailed analysis was performed on clerical and law enforcement staff. A salary and benefits survey was Issued to peers to assess the County' s current market position. Recommendations were made for all employees to address job and compensation changes. Classification and Compensation Study Gloucester County, Virginia Evergreen Solutions was retained by Gloucester County to conduct a detailed compensation and classification analysis of its non -faculty employees. Employees participated in focus groups, interviews, and job analysis to determine the best classifications for the work performed. Pay ranges were analyzed in the public and private sector to determine the appropriate pay levels for all Included jobs. Recommendations were Provided to improve the fairness and equity. Eve qy n Sotudona, LLC Page v - t3  8 Red Bl0 -EL dd21 Jo pJemy : 60SZ) oll' suonnlog uaGJBJaA3 - lesodoJd PIS 8L0- El d=18: lu0wg3eNy a Salary and Benefits Review, and Analysis 4 u a City of Hyattsville, Maryland Evergreen Solutions was hired by the City of Hyattsville to conduct a Salary and Benefits Review and Analysis of all classifications. The process will include a comprehensive review of market compensation averages using a detailed duties -based salary survey approach as well as a comprehensive benefits survey. Market position will be determined, a compensation philosophy will be developed and strategic positioning recommendations will be made with the goal of providing the City a more equitable compensation model. Classification and Compensation Study City of Gaithersburg, Maryland Evergreen Solutions is retained by the City of Gaithersburg to conduct a