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Classification and Compensation Study Report by The Archer Company
PURPOSE: The purpose of this item is to have The Archer Company present the findings of a comprehensive position classification and compensation study.
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Department
DEPARTMENT: Human Resources Department
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Council Direction
COUNCIL DIRECTION:
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Council Direction Statement
This study addresses pay equity including recommendations to provide fair market pay for work completed by Town employees, a competitive benefit package as well as addresses the comprehensive plan goals below.
Chapter 10 Public Services and Communications
Human Resources
2. Research, review, and recommend competitive and cost-effective benefits to attract and retain highly qualified staff.
3. Research and review pay and position classification policies and programs that support Council's goals for competitive, living wages and that also provide employees with an affordable housing wage.
A. Ensure that every position, whether full-time or parttime, is paid at least a living wage equivalent to the rates established by the Orange County Living Wage non-profit.
B. Conduct and respond to salary surveys on a regular basis to ensure staff are competitively compensated...end
Information
INFORMATION: Funding for a comprehensive position classification and compensation study was included in the FY204-25 budget. The Town contracted with The Archer Company to complete this work. The goal of this study is to position the Town of Carrboro as a competitive employer by providing a sound compensation strategy, ensuring equitable compensation across all Town positions, and addressing recruitment and retention challenges within a volatile labor market.
The Archer Company initially met with Department Directors to explain the study's approach, methodology, and process. The comprehensive study included receiving employee input related to one hundred (...
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