Description
Whitfield County, GA is seeking a qualified consulting firm to perform a comprehensive Job Classification and Pay Study for all county departments (≈800 employees, ~200 classifications). The consultant will evaluate existing classification structures, conduct job analyses, assess internal equity, perform external market compensation surveys, develop a modern pay structure, and provide implementation cost scenarios, training, and a maintenance manual. Deliverables include detailed methodology, analysis reports, recommended classification and pay grades, individual employee impact analyses, and presentations to county leadership. The project must be completed under a schedule that begins after award (mid‑December 2026) with a final report expected before the end of the fiscal year.
• Scope: Review of current classifications, job analysis, market survey, equity analysis, pay‑plan design, cost impact, training, and documentation.
• Required experience: Prior public‑sector compensation studies, familiarity with Georgia labor markets, ability to deliver data‑driven recommendations.
• Submission: Sealed proposal (1 original, 5 copies, electronic USB) due Nov 20, 2026; questions due Nov 6, 2026.
• Evaluation criteria: Understanding, methodology, qualifications, team, schedule, and cost.