Category: Water/Utilities Clients

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.

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.

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.

Evergreen was retained by Powdersville Water to conduct a Classification and Compensation Study. The scope of work consisted of evaluating the existing compensation and classification system; holding focus groups with a sample of employees to obtain additional relevant information and statistical/anecdotal data on specific compensation issues and policies; building a classification plan using Evergreen Solutions’ Job Assessment Tool (JAT) and Management Issues Tool (MIT); conducting a market salary survey; producing a revised or new pay scale that best meets the needs of Powdersville Water from an internal and external equity standpoint; providing a clear framework for compensation plan updates every 3-5 years; and developing recommendations and guidelines for continued administration and maintenance of the compensation system.

Newton County Water and Sewerage Authority was hired by Evergreen to conduct a compensation and benefits study. Evergreen will perform the following tasks: review and provide updates to the Authority’s current salary structure, conduct a market salary and benefits survey, produce a revised or new pay scale, and develop recommendations for a maintenance program so administration by NCWSA staff may sustain the recommended compensation system/structure.

Evergreen was hired by 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.

Evergreen was hired by the Woodlands Water to conduct a Compensation Study. Evergreen completed an assessment of current conditions; conducted an external labor market salary survey; and produced a new pay plan that best meets the needs of Woodlands Water from an external equity standpoint. Evergreen also developed recommendations for a maintenance program, finalized, and presented recommendations. Note: Evergreen has been rehired in 2026 to perform a Benefits Survey.

Evergreen was hired by the Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District to conduct a Classification, Total Compensation and Benefits Study. Evergreen performed the following tasks: analyzed pay structures, salary ranges, performance-based incentives and benefits; ensured job titles and descriptions matched across organizations to compare similar roles; evaluated current market trends, including demand for specific skills and economic conditions; and created and developed a salary comparison and benefit matrix.

Evergreen Solutions was selected to perform a Compensation and Classification Study for the Brazos River Authority. The Authority, headquartered in Waco, Texas, has branch offices located along the Brazos River. With over 250 employees, the Brazos River Authority is solely responsible for developing and managing the water resources of the entire Brazos River basin.

Evergreen Solutions’ study included, but was not limited to: a comprehensive evaluation of the Authority’s existing compensation plan; completion of a market salary survey; construction of a classification plan through which work performed at all classification levels will be evaluated using Evergreen Solutions’ Job Assessment Tool (JAT) and Management Issues Tool (MIT); and development of strategic positioning and compensation recommendations for sustaining the compensation and classification system.