A. Job Analysis and Classification: 1. Review and analyze existing job descriptions, classifications, and organizational structure. 2. Conduct interviews and/or surveys with employees and management to understand job duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. 3. Recommend appropriate classification titles and job descriptions that reflect the current duties and responsibilities of each position. B. Compensation Analysis: 1. Perform a market survey to compare the City’s compensation levels with those of comparable municipalities and public-sector organizations. 2. Evaluate the competitiveness of the City's salary structure, including pay grades, ranges, and employee benefits. 3. Recommend adjustments to the salary structure to ensure competitiveness with the market and internal equity. C. Development of a Compensation Plan: 1. Develop a compensation plan that aligns with the City’s financial resources and strategic goals. 2. Provide options for implementing the new compensation plan, including cost estimates and timelines. D. Implementation and Communication Strategy: 1. Develop a phased implementation plan for the recommended classification and compensation changes. 2. Create a communication strategy to inform employees and stakeholders about the study’s findings and the implementation process. E. Final Report and Presentation: 1. Provide a detailed final report summarizing the study's methodology, findings, and recommendations. 2. Present the final report to the City Council and key stakeholders.