The Compensation and Classification Study (Study) shall represent a thorough and comprehensive review of all aspects of the District’s current classification and compensation system. The recommendations offered in this Study should be designed to increase the market competitiveness of the District’s compensation program and provide increased internal equity among positions. Implementation of these recommendations should help the District attract new employees and retain current employees needed to meet Horry County’s service demands. The Study should also include the methodology used to develop new classification descriptions, a classification system, a compensation plan and options for implementing a new compensation program.