FROM: Robert Thompson, General Manager
Originator: Laura Maravilla, Director of Human Resources
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CLASSIFICATION & COMPENSATION STUDIES, SPECIFICATION NO. CS-2026-734BD
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GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
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RECOMMENDATION:
A. Approve a Professional Consultant Services Agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc., to conduct Classification and Compensation Studies, Specification No. CS-2026-734BD, for a total amount not to exceed $285,000; and
B. Approve a contingency of $28,500 (10%).
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BACKGROUND
The Orange County Sanitation District (OC San) periodically conducts comprehensive Classification and Compensation (C&C) Studies to support effective operations, sound workforce management, fiscal stewardship and labor relations. These studies help ensure that classification specifications (job descriptions) accurately reflect assigned duties and responsibilities, and remain aligned with organizational needs as operations, service delivery, technology, regulatory requirements and workforce needs evolve. The studies also provide information to evaluate internal classification relationships and ensure OC San’s compensation practices remain internally equitable and competitive within the relevant labor market.
A well-designed classification and compensation system provides a framework for informed administrative, fiscal, and human resources decisions. Accurate, current, and legally compliant job descriptions support key workforce functions including recruitment, performance management, compensation, training and development, and succession planning. Maintaining a competitive and equitable compensation program further supports OC San’s ability to attract and retain a qualified workforce necessary to meet current and future operational needs.
RELEVANT STANDARDS
Offer competitive compensation and benefits
Negotiate fair and equitable labor agreements
Maintain positive employer-employee relations
Comply with...
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