Specifications include, but are not limited to: This is a two part project. Part 1: Define and determine competitive market wages for City of Helena positions (union and nonunion). • The City of Helena defines “market wages” being reflective of the relative competitive labor market to include any applicable combination of geographic location, employer size and type, qualifications required of position, and competitive nature of position. • July 1, 2023 implementation date. Part 2: Develop a pay plan structure that: • Motivates employees to perform to the best of their competencies, abilities, and skill sets. • Is fiscally responsible, demonstrates sound stewardship of community resources, and is financially and operationally sustainable over time. • Is fair, complies with the City of Helena’s Equal Opportunity in Employment policy, and assures equal pay for equal work. • Provides a total compensation package that includes benefits that supports employees throughout their employment lifecycle and lifestyle: wages, leave package, retirement, insurance offerings, and wellness programs. • Supports a pay plan that is nimble and responsive to market and economic demands. • Provides compensation to attract and retain valuable employees. • July 1, 2024 implementation date.
