Evergreen is hired by the Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) to perform a Comprehensive Classification, Compensation, and Benefits Study. Evergreen consultants will conduct a comprehensive review of the WRCOG’s classification structure, including all job classifications, working titles, job descriptions, reporting relationships, minimum qualifications, and organizational alignment, as well as recommend comparable California public agencies for WRCOG review and approval prior to conducting the compensation survey and shall identify the methodology used to select comparable agencies and benchmark classifications. The consultant shall evaluate external market competitiveness, internal equity, salary relationships, salary compression, and the overall effectiveness of the WRCOG’s compensation program.
Lee County, NC
Evergreen Solutions has been hired by Lee County to conduct a Performance Audit. The foundation of the audit is to perform an independent, objective, and reliable evaluation of whether systems, operations, and programs operate in accordance with existing regulations and community needs while promoting high efficiency and effectiveness. Evergreen consultants will: conduct a performance evaluation that provides objective analyses, findings, conclusions, and recommendations to improve program performance and operations and strengthen accountability, transparency, and public understanding; provide a comprehensive assessment of the effectiveness, fairness, and efficiency of County programs, services, and administrative functions; review the organizational structure, procedures, systems, and resource allocations across County government to evaluate their alignment with assigned responsibilities, service demands, and strategic objectives; and recommend practical, achievable, and realistic adjustments to organizational reporting relationships, position classifications, and job functions that will clarify roles, responsibilities, and authority across the organization, eliminate duplication and overlap within and between departments, improve the timeliness and quality of services delivered to residents, and strengthen communication within and across County departments.
Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association
Evergreen Solutions was hired by Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) to conduct a Investment Compensation Study and Incentive Compensation Program Design Study for its employees. Evergreen’s consultants will assess competitiveness, internal equity, sustainability, and effectiveness of compensation for all in-scope positions; review compensation practices among comparable public pension systems, including the balance of salary and incentive compensation; identify and quantify salary compression, pay relationships, and internal equity concerns; recommend salary grade design, range parameters, progression methods, and career advancement approaches; and establish governance, oversight, and administrative requirements to support a transparent and sustainable program.
Calaveras County Water District
Evergreen was hired by the Calaveras County Water District to conduct a Total Compensation and Benefits Study. Evergreen performed the following tasks: conducted a comprehensive compensation survey and analysis; assessed the current compensation plan and made recommendations for changes; made recommendations covering special compensation issues including seniority, promotions, and ongoing maintenance; conducted a survey and analysis of the District’s benefits offerings in comparison with the market study; and presented the findings and final report to the Board of Directors.
West Basin Municipal Water District
Evergreen Solutions was once again hired by the West Basin Municipal Water District to conduct a Total Compensation Study. In this study, Evergreen’s consultants will collect market salary and benefits survey data; determine the proper pay structure/ranges for West Basin’s classifications; create implementation solutions for consideration that take into account the current position of West Basin as well as the findings from the classification and compensation analysis; and develop recommendations and guidelines for continued administration and maintenance of the classification and compensation system by staff.
North Charleston Sewage District
Evergreen Solutions was again hired by the North Charleston Sewer District (District) to conduct and Employee Compensation Study. Evergreen consultants will identify and select appropriate comparator organizations, including comparable local government utilities, regional municipalities, and relevant private-sector employers, in consultation with the District; collect and analyze compensation data from recognized salary surveys and public sector compensation databases for the local and regional labor market; and benchmark the District’s current pay rates for each job classification against market data, identifying positions that are below, at, or above market; and provide a summary of market positioning and competitiveness by job classification and/or pay band.
The Island Water Association, Inc.
Evergreen Solutions was hired to conduct a Compensation Study for the Island Water Association, Inc (IWA). Evergreen’s consultants will survey the market to determine whether the salaries at IWA are competitive to achieve external equity and to better assist IWA in recruiting and retaining employees.
22nd Judicial Circuit Court, MO: Compensation Study
Evergreen was hired by the 22nd Judicial Circuit Court to conduct a Compensation Study. Evergreen will survey the market to determine whether the Court’s classifications are being paid a competitive wage to ensure external equity. Based on market results, Evergreen will provide recommendations to update the current pay plan to assist the Court in better recruiting and retaining employees.
City of Helotes, TX: Wage and Compensation Consulting Services
Evergreen was hired by the City of Helotes to provide Wage and Compensation Consulting Services. Evergreen’s consultants will perform the following tasks: analyze and update the City’s pay structures, benefits, and job roles for approximately 97 civilian and non-civilian employees; establish a formal compensation philosophy; perform a detailed internal equity and compression analysis to eliminate pay disparities; update job descriptions to ensure FLSA compliance; evaluate the competitiveness of existing health and supplemental benefits; design clear step and grade plans that outline justifiable progression opportunities; develop performance management recommendations for merit-based adjustments; assess supplemental pay structures (such as certifications and stipends); and deliver actionable implementation tools for future positions and career ladders.
City of Colville, WA: Salary Survey Comparison Study and Equity Analysis
Evergreen was hired by the City of Colville to conduct a Salary Survey Comparison Study and Equity Analysis. Evergreen’s consultants will review the City’s current compensation resolutions, policies, and practices to gain a thorough understanding of the current compensation program for staff; conduct focus groups with staff; review job descriptions/duties to evaluate the current classification structure; conduct a market salary analysis; and develop an internally equitable, market-based salary structure, including ranges, steps, longevity, education, vacation, and COLA.