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The Mercer Group, Inc. approach to Classification and Compensation stresses participation at all levels. The result will be a new system that is truly developed by those who must live with it. Work Program and Schedule In order to meet the client's specific objectives for this project, we have developed a work plan consisting offour (4) phases and six (6) steps, as follows: Phase I STEP I. Orientation Because of the significance ofa classification and compensation study, a clear understanding of and agreement to the work plan is critical. We will begin the project by meeting with all appropriate City officials including but not lirnited to the City Manager and department heads to clarify the following issues: · Specific issues regarding the current classification and pay structure( s); · Specific issues regarding individual Departments and Divisions (group meetings and individual meetings with each department head); · Understanding of the objectives for the systems; · Review of The Mercer Group, Inc. classification and analysis methodology, including specific forms such as the position questionnaire; · Policies regarding review and employee appeal of recommendations; · Begin development of a list of organizations for the "rnarket analysis," including public and private ernployers (Management will participate in the process of development of the cornparable organization list); and · Implementation strategy for results of the study. At the orientation, we will also obtain information on current practices. We will then provide the initial communication to employees through group meetings, written explanations, or both, depending on the needs of the organization. The Mercer Group, Inc. prefers to rneet with employee groups to review the process and how the ernployees are going to be asked to participate. Classification and Compensation Studies can produce anxiety with ernployees. We have found that open discussions with employees at the beginning of the study helps employees understand what to expect from us and what we are going to ask of them. It also allows employees the opportunity to voice any concerns or questions and meet the consultants. During Compensation & ClllSsifieation Study Ilnd Pcrformllucc l<;vlIlulItion System Thc MCl'CCr Group, Inc. Angnst 24.2006 PBge 15 City ot"Smmy Islcs llcach, ....oridll SIB