Evergreen was hired by the City of Fairhope to conduct a Classification and Compensation Study. The objectives of this study are to implement a compensation structure that ensures internal and external equity. We aim to establish a classification system that accurately defines the duties and qualifications for each job. We also intend to provide a performance-based pay plan and a long-term maintenance program. We will perform the following tasks: conduct a thorough job analysis for all positions through employee questionnaires and interviews; draft updated job descriptions; execute a comprehensive market wage and benefit survey; assign classifications to pay grades and identify solutions for pay compression; and train City staff to manage the new system.
Town of Haymarket, VA: Compensation and Classification Study
Evergreen was hired to provide a Compensation and Classification System with a Market Study to the Town of Haymarket. The Town aims to update its current classification and compensation system by applying recognized best practices in compensation management and design, while ensuring compliance with all applicable federal and state laws. To achieve these goals, Evergreen will perform the following tasks: plan the project based on the Town’s organizational structure and needs; conduct communication sessions with compensation study liaisons; produce job/position description questionnaires; conduct a comprehensive salary survey and analyze the Town’s standard benefits package along with fringe benefits; develop a new or revised pay structure; and implement a system to track and monitor comparative compensation for Town positions relative to the greater DMV region/Northern Virginia.
South Mississippi Housing Authority, MS: Salary Study
Evergreen was hired by the South Mississippi Housing Authority to conduct a Salary Study. Evergreen will perform the following tasks: collect data from comparison agencies including scope of operations, diversity of programs, organizational structure, current position classifications, current pay ranges, and other operational data necessary to evaluate positions; review the current classification system and provide any recommendations for improvement; identify potential pay compression issues and provide suggestions for solutions; and develop and present to administration recommendations and impact studies including the cost, if any, of implementing the proposed changes with current employees and the future impact of the recommended changes.
Madison Metropolitan School District, WI: Comprehensive Compensation and Classification Study
Evergreen was hired by the Madison Metropolitan School District to conduct a Comprehensive Compensation and Classification Study. Evergreen will perform the following tasks: review existing compensation structures and salary schedules; identify horizontal and vertical compression within and across employee groups; recommend compression corrections, if appropriate; conduct market competitiveness analysis using relevant market data; review and validate job classifications, including title alignment, scope, job evaluation, and salary grade assignments; identify opportunities to redesign job groupings and salary schedules; and develop a districtwide compensation philosophy to guide future pay practices.
Ector County, TX: Job Analysis and Evaluation
Evergreen was hired by Ector County to conduct a Job Analysis and Evaluation. Evergreen will perform the following tasks: conduct a kick-off meeting with County staff and management to discuss objectives and scope of the study; analyze existing job descriptions and provide recommendations for updates or improvements as needed; update and develop relevant job evaluation policies and procedure manuals, incorporating best practices; propose a compensation philosophy and guidelines to support future roles and remuneration decisions; and provide training to the People and Culture team on job evaluation methodologies, grading systems, pay structures, and benefits administration.
Oakland Community College, MI: Employee Compensation Study
Evergreen was hired by Oakland Community College to conduct an Employee Compensation Study. Evergreen will conduct three separate compensation studies. Study 1 will include AFSCME Classified Union employees; Study 2 will include Non-Union Administrative/Management employees; and Study 3 will include Teamsters Union Classifications as determined by the College. Evergreen will also provide additional consulting services consisting of reviewing and offering recommendations to implement a performance/merit based annual raise process for non-union employees.