Mcgrath Human Resources Group ~ 32500079
CITY OF TIGARD - CONTRACT SUMMARY & ROUTING FORM
Contract Overview
Contract/Amendment Number: 32500079
Contract Start Date: 5/5/2025 Contract End Date: 1/31/2026
Contract Title: Comprehensive Classification and Compensation Study
Contractor Name: McGrath Human Resources Group
Contract Manager: Laura Gomez
Department: HR
Contract Costs
Original Contract Amount: $98,900.00
Total All Previous Amendments: n/a
Total of this Amendment: n/a
Total Contract Amount: $98,900.00
Procurement Authority
Contract Type: Personal Services
Procurement Type: Formal RFP >$150K
Solicitation Number: 2025-13
LCRB Date: n/a
Account String: Fund-Division-Account Work Order – Activity Type Amount
FY 25 6001100-54001 $8,000.00
FY 26 6001100-54001 $90,900.00
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Contracts & Purchasing Approval
Purchasing Signature:
Comments:
DocuSign Routing
Route for Signature Name Email Address
Contractor Victoria J. McGrath victoriaphd@mcgrathconsulting.com
City of Tigard Emily Tritsch Emily.tritsch@tigard-or.gov
Final Distribution
Contractor Victoria J. McGrath victoriaphd@mcgrathconsulting.com
Project Manager Laura Gomez Laura.gomez@tigard-or.gov
Project Manager Jill Armstrong jilla@tigard-or.gov
Buyer Rosie McGown Rosie.mcgown@tigard-or.gov
Contract Number 32500079
CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACT
COMPREHENSIVE CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION STUDY
THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into this 5th day of May 2025 by and between the City of
Tigard, a municipal corporation of the State of Oregon, hereinafter called City, and McGrath Human
Resources Group, hereinafter called Contractor, collectively known as the Parties.
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the City’s 2025 fiscal year budget provides for services related to the City’s Human
Resources Department; and
WHEREAS, City has need for the services of a company with a particular training, ability, knowledge,
and experience possessed by Contractor, and
WHEREAS, City has determined that Contractor is qualified and capable of performing the services
as City does hereinafter require, under those terms and conditions set forth,
THEREFORE, the Parties agree as follows:
1. SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED
Contractor will initiate services immediately upon receipt of City’s notice to proceed together
with an executed copy of this Agreement. Contractor agrees to complete work that is detailed
in Exhibit A, incorporated herein by reference.
2. EFFECTIVE DATE AND DURATION
This Agreement is effective upon the date of execution and expires on January 31, 2026, unless
otherwise terminated or extended. All work under this Agreement must be completed prior
to the expiration of this Agreement.
3. COMPENSATION
The City agrees to pay Contractor in accordance with the fee schedule outlined in Exhibit A.
The total amount paid to the Contractor by the City may not exceed Ninety-Eight Thousand
Nine Hundred and No/100 Dollars ($98,900.00). Payments made to Contractor will be based
upon the following applicable terms:
A. Payment by City to Contractor for performance of services under this Agreement includes
all expenses incurred by Contractor, with the exception of expenses, if any, identified in
this Agreement as separately reimbursable.
B. Payment will be made in installments based on Contractor’s invoice, subject to the
approval of the City Manager, or designee, and not more frequently than monthly. Unless
otherwise agreed, payment will be made only for work actually completed as of the date
of invoice.
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C. Payment by City releases City from any further obligation for payment to Contractor for
services performed or expenses incurred as of the date of the invoice. Payment may not
be considered acceptance or approval of any work or waiver of any defects therein.
D. Contractor must make payments promptly, as due, to all persons supplying labor or
materials for the performance of the work provided for in this Agreement.
E. Contractor may not permit any lien or claim to be filed or prosecuted against the City on
any account of any labor or material furnished.
F. Contractor will pay to the Department of Revenue all sums withheld from employees
pursuant to ORS 316.167.
G. Contractor will pay all contributions or amounts due the Industrial Accident Fund from
the contractor or any subcontractor.
H. If Contractor fails, neglects, or refuses to make prompt payment of any claim for labor or
services furnished to Contractor or a subcontractor by any person as such claim becomes
due, City’s Finance Director may pay such claim and charge the amount of the payment
against funds due or to become due the Contractor. The payment of the claim in this
manner does not relieve Contractor or their surety from obligation with respect to any
unpaid claims.
I. Contractor will promptly, as due, make payment to any person, co-partnership,
association, or corporation, furnishing medical, surgical, and hospital care or other needed
care and attention, incident to sickness or injury, to the employees of Contractor, of all
sums that Contractor agrees to pay for the services and all moneys and sums that
Contractor collected or deducted from the wages of employees pursuant to any law,
contract, or agreement for the purpose of providing or paying for services.
J. Contractor and its employees, if any, are not active members of the Oregon Public
Employees Retirement System and are not employed for a total of 600 hours or more in
the calendar year by any public employer participating in the Retirement System.
K. Contractor must obtain, prior to the execution of any performance under this Agreement,
a City of Tigard Business License. The Tigard Business License is based on a calendar year
with a December 31st expiration date. New businesses operating in Tigard after June 30th
of the current year will pay a pro-rated fee though the end of the calendar year.
L. The City certifies that sufficient funds are available and authorized for this Agreement
during the current fiscal year. Funding during future fiscal years is subject to budget
approval by Tigard’s City Council.
4. OWNERSHIP OF WORK PRODUCT
City is the owner of and is entitled to possession of any and all work products of Contractor
which result from this Agreement, including any computations, plans, correspondence, or
pertinent data and information gathered by or computed by Contractor prior to termination
of this Agreement by Contractor or upon completion of the work pursuant to this Agreement.
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5. ASSIGNMENT/DELEGATION
Neither party may assign, sublet or transfer any interest in or duty under this Agreement
without the written consent of the other and no assignment has any force or effect unless and
until the other party has consented. If City agrees to assignment of tasks to a subcontract,
Contractor is fully responsible for the acts or omissions of any subcontractors and of all
persons employed by them. Neither the approval by City of any subcontractor nor anything
contained herein creates any contractual relation between the subcontractor and City. The
provisions of this Agreement are binding upon and will inure to the benefit of the parties to
the Agreement and their respective successors and assigns.
1. STATUS OF CONTRACTOR AS INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
Contractor certifies that:
A. Contractor acknowledges that for all purposes related to this Agreement, Contractor is an
independent contractor as defined by ORS 670.600 and not an employee of City.
Contractor is not entitled to benefits of any kind to which an employee of City is entitled
and is solely responsible for all payments and taxes required by law. Furthermore, in the
event that Contractor is found by a court of law or any administrative agency to be an
employee of City for any purpose, City is entitled to offset compensation due, or to
demand repayment of any amounts paid to Contractor under the terms of this Agreement,
to the full extent of any benefits or other remuneration Contractor receives (from City or
third party) as a result of said finding and to the full extent of any payments that City is
required to make (to Contractor or to a third party) as a result of said finding.
B. Contractor is not an officer, employee, or agent of the City as those terms are used in ORS
30.265.
7. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
The undersigned Contractor hereby represents that no employee of the City, or any
partnership or corporation in which a City employee has an interest, has or will receive any
remuneration of any description from Contractor, either directly or indirectly, in connection
with the letting or performance of this Agreement, except as specifically declared in writing.
If this payment is to be charged against Federal funds, Contractor certifies that he/she is not
currently employed by the Federal Government and the amount charged does not exceed their
normal charge for the type of service provided.
8. INDEMNIFICATION
City has relied upon the professional ability and training of Contractor as a material
inducement to enter into this Agreement. Contractor represents that all of its work will be
performed in accordance with generally accepted professional practices and standards as well
as the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, it being understood that
acceptance of a Contractor’s work by City will not operate as a waiver or release.
Contractor agrees to indemnify and defend the City, its officers, employees, agents, and
representatives and hold them harmless from any and all liability, causes of action, claims,
losses, damages, judgments, or other costs or expenses, including attorney's fees and witness
costs (at both trial and appeal level, whether or not a trial or appeal ever takes place including
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any hearing before federal or state administrative agencies), that may be asserted by any person
or entity which in any way arise from, during, or in connection with the performance of the
work described in this Agreement, except liability arising out of the sole negligence of the City
and its employees. Such indemnification will also cover claims brought against the City under
state or federal worker's compensation laws. If any aspect of this indemnity is found to be
illegal or invalid for any reason whatsoever, such illegality or invalidity does not affect the
validity of the remainder of this indemnification.
9. INSURANCE
Contractor and its subcontractors must maintain insurance acceptable to City in full force and
effect throughout the term of this Agreement. Such insurance must cover risks arising directly
or indirectly out of Contractor's activities or work hereunder, including the operations of its
subcontractors of any tier.
The policy or policies of insurance maintained by the Contractor must provide at least the
following limits and coverages:
A. Commercial General Liability Insurance
Contractor will obtain, at Contractor’s expense, and keep in effect during the term of this
Agreement, Comprehensive General Liability Insurance covering Bodily Injury and
Property Damage on an “occurrence” form (CG 2010 1185 or equivalent). The policy
must be endorsed with Additional Insured, Per Project Aggregate, Products and
Completed Operations, and Personal & Advertising Injury endorsements. This coverage
must include Contractual Liability insurance for the indemnity provided under this
Agreement. The following insurance will be carried:
Coverage Limit
General Aggregate $2,000,000
Each Occurrence $1,000,000
B. Commercial Automobile Insurance
Contractor must also obtain, at Contractor’s expense, and keep in effect during the term
of the contract, Commercial Automobile Liability coverage including coverage for all
owned, hired, and non-owned vehicles on an “occurrence” form. The Combined Single
Limit per occurrence may not be less than $2,000,000.
If Contractor uses a personally-owned vehicle for business use under this Agreement, the
Contractor will obtain, at Contractor’s expense, and keep in effect during the term of the
contract, business automobile liability coverage for all owned vehicles on an “occurrence”
form. The Combined Single Limit per occurrence may not be less than $2,000,000.
C. Workers’ Compensation Insurance
All employers, including Contractor, that employ subject workers who work under this
Agreement in the State of Oregon must comply with ORS 656.017 and provide the
required Workers´ Compensation coverage, unless such employers are exempt under ORS
656.126. Contractor will ensure that each of its sub-contractors complies with these
requirements.
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D. Additional Insured Provision
All required insurance policies, other than Workers’ Compensation and Professional
Liability, must name the City its officers, employees, agents, and representatives as
additional insureds with respect to this Agreement.
E. Insurance Carrier Rating
Coverages provided by the Contractor must be underwritten by an insurance company
deemed acceptable by the City. All policies of insurance must be written by companies
having an A.M. Best rating of "A-VII" or better, or equivalent. The City reserves the right
to reject all or any insurance carrier(s) with an unacceptable financial rating.
F. Self-Insurance
The City understands that some contractors may self-insure for business risks and the City
will consider whether such self-insurance is acceptable if it meets the minimum insurance
requirements for the type of coverage required. If Contractor is self-insured for
commercial general liability or automobile liability insurance, Contractor must provide
evidence of such self-insurance. Contractor must provide a Certificate of Insurance
showing evidence of the coverage amounts on a form acceptable to the City. The City
reserves the right in its sole discretion to determine whether self-insurance is adequate.
G. Certificates of Insurance
As evidence of the insurance coverage required by the Agreement, Contractor will furnish
a Certificate of Insurance to the City. No contract is effective until the required Certificates
of Insurance have been received and approved by the City. The certificate will specify and
document all provisions within this Agreement and include a copy of Additional Insured
Endorsement. A renewal certificate will be sent to the below address prior to coverage
expiration.
H. Primary Coverage Clarification
The parties agree that Contractor’s coverage is primary to the extent permitted by law. The
parties further agree that other insurance maintained by the City is excess and not
contributory insurance with the insurance required in this section.
I. Cross-Liability Clause
A cross-liability clause or separation of insureds clause will be included in all general
liability policies required by this Agreement.
A certificate in form satisfactory to the City certifying to the issuance of such insurance
will be forwarded to:
City of Tigard
Attn: Contracts and Purchasing Office
contractspurchasing@tigard-or.gov
At the discretion of the City, a copy of each insurance policy, certified as a true copy by
an authorized representative of the issuing insurance company, may be required to be
forwarded to the above address.
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Such policies or certificates must be delivered prior to commencement of the work. The
procuring of such required insurance will not be construed to limit Contractor’s liability
hereunder. Notwithstanding said insurance, Contractor is obligated for the total amount
of any damage, injury, or loss caused by negligence or neglect connected with this
Agreement.
10. METHOD & PLACE OF SUBMITTING NOTICE, BILLS AND PAYMENTS
All notices, bills and payments will be made in writing and may be given by personal delivery,
mail, or by fax. Payments may be made by personal delivery, mail, or electronic transfer. The
following addresses will be used to transmit notices, bills, payments, and other information:
CITY OF TIGARD MCGRATH HUMAN RESOURCES GROUP
Attn: Laura Gomez Attn: Victoria J. McGrath, Ph.D, CEO
Address: 13125 SW Hall Blvd
Tigard, OR 97223
Address: PO Box 865
Jamestown, TN 38556
Phone: (503) 718-2483 Phone: (815) 728-9111
Email: laura.gomez@tigard-or.gov Email: victoriaphd@mcgrathconsulting.com
Notice will be deemed given upon deposit in the United States mail, postage prepaid, or when
so faxed, upon successful fax. In all other instances, notices, bills and payments will be deemed
given at the time of actual delivery. Changes may be made in the names and addresses of the
person to who notices, bills, and payments are to be given by giving written notice pursuant
to this paragraph.
11. SURVIVAL
The terms, conditions, representations, and warranties contained in this Agreement survive
the termination or expiration of this Agreement.
12. MERGER
This writing is intended both as a final expression of the Agreement between the parties with
respect to the included terms and as a complete and exclusive statement of the terms of the
Agreement. No modification of this Agreement will be effective unless and until it is made in
writing and signed by both parties.
13. TERMINATION WITHOUT CAUSE
At any time and without cause, City has the right in its sole discretion to terminate this
Agreement by giving notice to Contractor. If City terminates this Agreement pursuant to this
paragraph, City will pay Contractor for services rendered to the date of termination.
14. TERMINATION WITH CAUSE
A. City may terminate this Agreement effective upon delivery of written notice to Contractor,
or at such later date as may be established by City, under any of the following conditions:
1) If City funding from federal, state, local, or other sources is not obtained and
continued at levels sufficient to allow for the purchase of the indicated quantity of
services. This Agreement may be modified to accommodate a reduction in funds.
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2) If federal or state regulations or guidelines are modified, changed, or interpreted in
such a way that the services are no longer allowable or appropriate for purchase under
this Agreement.
3) If any license or certificate required by law or regulation to be held by Contractor, its
subcontractors, agents, and employees to provide the services required by this
Agreement is for any reason denied, revoked, or not renewed.
4) If Contractor becomes insolvent, if voluntary or involuntary petition in bankruptcy is
filed by or against Contractor, if a receiver or trustee is appointed for Contractor, or if
there is an assignment for the benefit of creditors of Contractor.
Any such termination of this agreement under paragraph (A) will be without prejudice to
any obligations or liabilities of either party already accrued prior to such termination.
B. City, by written notice of default (including breach of contract) to Contractor, may
terminate the whole or any part of this Agreement:
1) If Contractor fails to provide services called for by this Agreement within the time
specified, or
2) If Contractor fails to perform any of the other provisions of this Agreement, or fails
to pursue the work as to endanger performance of this Agreement in accordance with
its terms, and after receipt of written notice from City, fails to correct such failures
within ten (10) days or such other period as City may authorize.
The rights and remedies of City provided above related to defaults (including breach of
contract) by Contractor are not exclusive and are in addition to any other rights and
remedies provided by law or under this Agreement.
If City terminates this Agreement under paragraph (B), Contractor will be entitled to
receive as full payment for all services satisfactorily rendered and expenses incurred,
provided, that the City may deduct the amount of damages, if any, sustained by City due
to breach of contract by Contractor. Damages for breach of contract include those allowed
by Oregon law, reasonable and necessary attorney fees, and other costs of litigation at trial
and upon appeal.
15. REMEDIES
Any violation or default entitles the City to terminate this Agreement, to pursue and recover
any and all damages that arise from the breach and the termination of this Agreement, and
to pursue any or all of the remedies available under this Agreement, at law, or in equity,
including but not limited to:
1) Termination of this Agreement, in whole or in part;
2) Exercise of the right of setoff, and withholding of amounts otherwise due and owing to
Contractor, in an amount equal to City’s setoff right, including but not limited to City’s cost
to cure; and
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3) Initiation of an action or proceeding for damages, specific performance, declaratory or
injunctive relief.
16. ACCESS TO RECORDS
City will have access to such books, documents, papers and records of Contractor as are
directly pertinent to this Agreement for the purpose of making audit, examination, excerpts
and transcripts.
17. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Contractor will comply with all federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) requirements and all Oregon safety and health requirements. In accordance with
OSHA and Oregon OSHA Hazard Communication Rules, if any goods or services provided
under this Agreement may release, or otherwise result in an exposure to, a hazardous chemical
under normal conditions of use (for example, employees of a construction contractor working
on-site), it is the responsibility of Contractor to provide the City with the following
information: all applicable Safety Data Sheets, the identity of the chemical/s, how Contractor
will inform employees about any precautions necessary, an explanation of any labeling system,
and the safe work practices to prevent exposure. In addition, Contractor must label, tag, or
mark such goods.
18. FORCE MAJEURE
Neither City nor Contractor will be considered in default because of any delays in completion
and responsibilities hereunder due to causes beyond the control and without fault or
negligence on the part of the parties so disenabled, including but not restricted to, an act of
God or of a public enemy, civil unrest, volcano, earthquake, fire, flood, epidemic, quarantine
restriction, area-wide strike, freight embargo, unusually severe weather or delay of
subcontractor or supplies due to such cause; provided that the parties so disenabled will within
ten (10) days from the beginning of such delay, notify the other party in writing of the cause
of delay and its probable extent. Such notification will not be the basis for a claim for additional
compensation. Each party will, however, make all reasonable efforts to remove or eliminate
such a cause of delay or default and will, upon cessation of the cause, diligently pursue
performance of its obligation under the Agreement.
19. NON-WAIVER
The failure of City to insist upon or enforce strict performance by Contractor of any of the
terms of this Agreement or to exercise any rights hereunder should not be construed as a
waiver or relinquishment to any extent of its rights to assert or rely upon such terms or rights
on any future occasion.
20. HOURS OF LABOR, PAY EQUITY
In accordance with ORS 279B.235, the following are hereby incorporated in full by this
reference:
A. Contractor may not employ an individual for more than 10 hours in any one day, or 40
hours in any one week, except as provided by law. For contracts for personal services, as
defined in ORS 279A.055, Contractor must pay employees at least time and a half pay for
all overtime the employees work in excess of 40 hours in any one week, except for
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employees who are excluded under ORS 653.010 to 653.261 or under 29 U.S.C. 201 to
209 from receiving overtime.
B. Contractor must give notice in writing to employees who work on a public contract, either
at the time of hire or before commencement of work on the contract, or by positing a
notice in a location frequented by employees, of the number of hours per day and days
per week that the employees may be required to work.
C. Contractor may not prohibit any of Contractor’s employees from discussing the
employee’s rate of wage, salary, benefits or other compensation with another employee or
another person and may not retaliate against an employee who discusses the employee’s
rate of wage, salary, benefits or other compensation with another employee or another
person.
D. Contractor must comply with the pay equity provisions in ORS 652.220. Compliance is a
material element of this Agreement and failure to comply will be deemed a breach that
entitles City to terminate this Agreement for cause.
21. NON-DISCRIMINATION
Contractor will comply with all federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances
applicable to the provision of services under this Agreement, including, without limitation:
A. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964;
B. Section V of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973;
C. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended by the ADA Amendments Act
(ADAAA) of 2008 (Pub L No 101- 336); and
D. ORS 659A.142, including all amendments of and regulations and administrative rules, and
all other applicable requirements of federal and state civil rights and rehabilitation statutes,
rules and regulations.
22. ERRORS
Contractor will perform such additional work as may be necessary to correct errors in the
work required under this Agreement without undue delays and without additional cost.
23. EXTRA (CHANGES) WORK
Only the City’s Project Manager for this Agreement may change or authorize additional work.
Failure of Contractor to secure authorization for extra work constitutes a waiver of all right to
adjust the contract price or contract time due to such unauthorized extra work and Contractor
will not be entitled to compensation for the performance of unauthorized work.
24. STANDARD OF CARE
Contractor will perform all work under this Agreement with the care and skill used by
members of Contractor’s profession practicing under similar circumstances at the same time
and in the same locale (the “Standard of Care”). Should Contractor not meet the Standard of
Care, it must correct its work at its cost.
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Any intellectual property rights delivered to the City under this Agreement and Contractor’s
services rendered in the performance of Contractor’s obligations under this Agreement, will
be provided to the City free and clear of any and all restrictions on or conditions of use,
transfer, modification, or assignment, and be free and clear of any and all liens, claims,
mortgages, security interests, liabilities, charges, and encumbrances of any kind.
25. ATTORNEY'S FEES
In the event an action, suit of proceeding, including appeal, is brought for failure to observe
any of the terms of this Agreement, each party is responsible for that party’s own attorney
fees, expenses, costs and disbursements for the action, suit, proceeding, or appeal.
26. CHOICE OF LAW, VENUE
The provisions of this Agreement are governed by Oregon law. Venue will be the State of
Oregon Circuit Court in Washington County or the U.S. District Court for Oregon, Portland.
27. COMPLIANCE WITH STATE AND FEDERAL LAWS/RULES
Contractor will comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations
applicable to the work in this Agreement.
28. CONFLICT BETWEEN TERMS
In the event of a conflict between the terms of this Agreement and Contractor’s proposal, this
Agreement will control. In the event of conflict between a provision in the main body of the
Agreement and a provision in the Exhibits, the provision in the main body of the Agreement will
control. In the event of an inconsistency between Exhibit A and Exhibit B, Exhibit A will control.
29. AUDIT
Contractor will maintain records to assure conformance with the terms and conditions of this
Agreement and to assure adequate performance and accurate expenditures within the contract
period. Contractor agrees to permit City, the State of Oregon, the federal government, or their
duly authorized representatives to audit all records pertaining to this Agreement to assure the
accurate expenditure of funds.
30. SEVERABILITY
In the event any provision or portion of this Agreement is held to be unenforceable or invalid
by any court of competent jurisdiction, the validity of the remaining terms and provisions will
not be impaired unless the illegal or unenforceable provision affects a significant right or
responsibility, in which case the adversely affected party may request renegotiation of the
Agreement and, if negotiations fail, may terminate the Agreement.
31. COMPLIANCE WITH TAX LAWS
Contractor represents and warrants that Contractor is, to the best of the undersigned’s
knowledge, not in violation of any Oregon tax laws including but not limited to ORS 305.620
and ORS Chapters 316, 317, and 318. Contractor’s failure to comply with the tax laws of this
state or a political subdivision of this state before the Contractor executed this Agreement or
during the term of this Agreement is a default for which the City may terminate this Agreement
and seek damages and other relief available under the terms of this Agreement or applicable
law.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, City and Contractor have caused this Agreement to be executed by their
duly authorized officials.
CITY OF TIGARD MCGRATH HUMAN RESOURCES GROUP
By: __________________________________
By: __________________________________
Name: _______________________________
Name: _______________________________
Title: ________________________________
Title: ________________________________
Date: ________________________________
Date: ________________________________
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Victoria McGrath
CEO
5/10/20255/12/2025
Interim City Manager, Tigard
Emily Tritsch
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EXHIBIT A
SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED
INTRODUCTION
The City of Tigard requires the services of an experienced professional classification and
compensation firms for a comprehensive study of the City’s represented and non-represented
classification and compensation plans. The Contractor will review the City’s current job descriptions
and compensation structures to determine the need for modifications to assure external market
competitiveness and internal equity/equal pay for all City classifications.
SCOPE OF WORK
Contractor will complete the following:
1. PROJECT INITIATION AND COMMUNICATION
A. Identify/define study project team and stakeholders; develop a communication plan with the
City; identify stakeholder engagement opportunities
B. Conduct kick-off/initiation study project team meetings with management, study project
team, and other stakeholders to discuss desired outcomes, activities, and targeted benchmarks;
identify any challenges and/or specific concerns with respect to existing classification and
compensation systems
C. Review rules/regulations, organization charts, positions, classifications, compensation &
benefits system, policies, CBAs, compensation philosophy, etc. for further analysis
D. Finalize project management approach to include workplan, timeline, deliverables, and
communications
E. Conduct orientation sessions with management, staff, and stakeholders to educate and explain
the scope of the study and describe reasonable study expectations and goals
2. CLASSIFICATION STUDY
A. Review classifications and organizational structure and analyze current classification
descriptions for organizational structure, job functions, minimum qualifications, and job title;
recommend changes to classification descriptions as needed
B. Develop, distribute, and analyze questionnaires; conduct interviews and job-desk audits as
necessary
C. Analyze and recommend position changes including:
i. title change
ii. revised classifications
iii. new classifications
iv. eliminate outdated classifications
v. consolidate/combine classifications in alignment with similar functional areas (as
appropriate)
vi. internal equity/like work
D. Analyze and recommend adequate career paths and class series/job families within the new
classification structure that will foster career service within the City
E. Clearly document definitions of job classifications, typical job functions, and minimum
required and preferred qualifications
F. Allocate each position to correct classifications with appropriate FLSA and ADA designations
to provide a classification structure that ensures regulatory compliance
G. Provide documentation, training, and recommendations on classification concepts and
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distinguishing characteristics to guide the organization in implementing, managing, and
maintaining the classification system
3. TOTAL COMPENSATION SURVEY
A. In coordination with City staff, identify comparator jurisdictions, benchmark classifications,
and benefits to be included in the study
B. Conduct a total compensation survey; collect accurate salary and benefit data from the
approved group of comparator jurisdictions
C. Analyze the scope and level of duties and responsibilities, requirements, and other factors for
surveyed classifications
4. ANALYSIS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
A. Review and evaluate compensation survey findings; recommend appropriate internal salary
relationships and alignment, and allocate classes to salary ranges in a comprehensive salary
range plan, considering compression and internal equity
B. Review and evaluate existing classification and compensation structures, pay practices, and
policies; recommend changes as needed to classification and compensation structures to:
i. reflect growth and flexibility, where feasible, to accommodate organizational change,
growth, and operational needs
ii. provide adequate career paths and class series/job families, where appropriate, to foster
career service within the City
iii. support the City’s role as an employer of choice to attract, recruit, and retain qualified
employees in competition with comparable jurisdictions
C. Recommend updates to classification and compensation system to support market
competitiveness in alignment with local labor market and best practices
D. Recommend updates to classification and compensation system to support internal equity,
justifiable and legally compliant pay differentials between classifications, and verify that
positions performing similar work are compensated in an equitable manner in compliance with
pay equity laws and regulations
E. Recommend changes to classification and compensation system to meet legal and regulatory
compliance for non-discrimination, FLSA, and ADA with designation of all positions verified,
if necessary
F. Analyze and develop solutions that address any identified pay equity issues including analyzing
the financial impact
G. Analyze classification and compensation structures, pay practices, and policies according to
generally accepted compensation practices and labor market trends including:
i. range penetration for new hires, promotions, job changes
ii. pay premiums, incentives
iii. classification review processes
iv. merit pay
v. out-of-cycle pay adjustments
vi. benefits
H. Evaluate benefits data and make recommendations for better alignment and/or market
competitiveness as indicated by the analysis and best practices
I. Develop a market adjustment implementation strategy supporting the City’s goals, objectives,
and budget considerations
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5. POST-STUDY/ IMPLEMENTATION/ CONSULTATION & SUPPORT
A. Create a comprehensive report summarizing the compensation study approach and
methodology, analytical tools, findings, and recommendations
B. Provide final presentation to City including management/leadership, City Council
C. Provide documentation and training throughout the study so that recommendations can be
implemented and maintained in a consistent and fair manner
D. Analyze and share information throughout the study in a systematic and comprehensible
manner so as to communicate clearly to the study project team and stakeholders
E. Provide documentation and training for HR, leadership, and other staff, as appropriate, in
classification and compensation analysis best practices and methodologies so that the City can
integrate, maintain, administer, and defend any recommended changes for future analyses after
the initial implementation
PROJECT PLAN AND TIMELINE
1. Project Orientation
A. Communicate with the City’s project designee to:
B. Provide a list of documents and data needed to begin the project.
C. Discuss project expectations and milestones.
D. Begin developing a communication plan.
E. Schedule initial meetings.
Contractor will develop a communication plan at the onset of the project so the Contractor can
provide routine updates to City on progress as well as discuss any issues that may result in a delay or
a challenge within the project. Contractor’s Project Manager will coordinate meetings, data sharing,
and ensures the work plan is progressing according to the designed work plan so the deliverables are
met within the scope and timeline of the project.
2. Project Initiation and Assessment
Contractor will conduct the first visit to meet with City leaders and all Department Directors
/Managers to:
A. Explore your organization’s current compensation system, compensation philosophy and
strategy.
B. Gain an understanding of the goals, values and structure of the overall organization.
C. Gather information for each individual department including any unique responsibilities
associated with positions, strengths and weaknesses of the current system, or issues with
recruitment/retention.
D. Identify future needs.
E. Review provided documents and data.
F. Finalize project communication expectations and strategies, project timeline, and identifiable
milestones.
From first site visit, the Contractor will identify:
A. The strengths of the current compensation system.
B. Areas that need to be addressed or are concerns to the current programs.
C. Current compensation program success and challenges. Other characteristics about the City
and its geographic location which may impact compensation.
An analysis of this information as well as external data collection will be the basis of developing a
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compensation philosophy that will guide the design and complexity of the City’s compensation
program. A consistent philosophy will provide a strong foundation for the City. Without a philosophy,
leaders often find themselves unsure what to offer as a total compensation package.
3. Classification Analysis (Job Analysis)
A job analysis objectively evaluates the duties, responsibilities, tasks, and authority level of each City
position and identifies hierarchy, career progression opportunities, and internal equity.
Introductory employee communications and/or meetings to explain the process of a compensation
study, introduce the consulting team, expected assistance, describe the general outcome of the Study,
and other related topics as desired by the City.
The job analysis will include completion of a Position Questionnaire (PQ), which is a standardized
tool used to analyze each position on identified factors. Contractor’s McGrath 360Comp™ PQ has
been developed specifically for use in public sector organizations. This Questionnaire is recommended
to be completed on all job titles for purposes of:
A. Expounding upon information provided in job descriptions. Evaluating position
responsibilities regarding necessary competencies, experience, education, finances, judgement,
decision-making and other expectations which provide value to the City.
B. Clarifying instances where statements in the existing job descriptions are vague or absent.
C. Updating and aligning classification changes.
D. Identifying career progression opportunities.
E. FLSA Designation.
Supervisory Review/Verification. Each incumbent’s supervisor or Department Director will be
given time to review the completed PQ for content and accuracy, and to comment in a designated
area of the document. They will sign off on their review prior to submission to the Contractor. If
needed, the Contractor’s team may speak with Department Directors, Supervisors, and Human
Resources for additional position clarification.
Outcomes. From this process, the current classification system will be updated, as needed.
The point factor system for job analysis is teachable, so City can continue to use this methodology on
their own should they choose. Compensation systems are more likely to be kept up-to-date and
relevant which extends the lifecycle of a plan with this tool.
Job Description Document Updates
The Position Questionnaire process will identify job description updates that may be needed to make
updates. Any job description changes will be the responsibility of the City.
Contractor will update the current job descriptions in their current format. Any documents developed
or updated will be submitted in draft form and one edit is included in the price before being turned
over to the organization as final.
4. Compensation Analysis
A Compensation analysis determines the City’s relative position in the comparable labor market. This
analysis allows City leaders to understand the organization’s compensation as a whole and by position,
allowing them to make sound compensation decisions. Compensation Analysis will consist of the
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following:
A. The City and Contractor will cooperatively identify Comparable Organizations as the labor
market. The City will have input into the list and must approve prior to starting the external
market survey.
B. Contractor will prepare and conduct a tailored compensation survey specific to the City’s
positions to collect external market data in real-time.
C. The Contractor will analyze salary data. The market survey collects minimum, midpoint,
maximum, and incumbent salary information for each benchmark position; and other data
points as needed. A statistical analysis is conducted on each dataset to ensure consistent and
objective analysis. The outcome is then calculated into a ratio between the market and the City
to measure the City’s alignment against the market.
D. The Contractor will examine the status of City’s current compensation systems including
structural analysis, special pay analysis, compression analysis, and incumbent pay analysis to
give guidance to the Contractor for compensation and implementation recommendations and
will also provide information to the City regarding overtime, promotional and retention
opportunities and internal equity.
E. The Contractor will review City’s compensation-related policies for compliance and best
practices. Contractor will make recommendations for policy updates or considerations that
impact the City.
Contractor will also gather and analyze external and internal demographic data and workforce metrics
to define:
A. Employee’s tenure within the organization as well as tenure in current position.
B. Turnover rate for the organization.
C. Local geographic and economic factors impacting the attraction and retention of employees.
The outcome of this portion of the project is very important because it identifies current trends and
future predictors. This information guides the Contractor’s team in developing strategy options and
recommendations for the City’s current and future needs.
5. Benefits and Rewards Analysis
When data is received through the benefits and Rewards survey to the identified labor market, the
Contractor will analyze the findings and identify any trends and/or areas of concern as compared with
the Market. A Benefits and Reward Analysis identifies the City’s position in the market for the offering
of insurance, retirement, paid leave, holiday, and other benefits and rewards identified in a Total
Rewards Inventory conducted with the City.
6. McGrath 360Comp™ Integration
Upon completion of the compensation analysis and job analysis, etc. Contractor will engage the City
to:
A. Confirm the recommended compensation philosophy.
B. Discuss the data obtained and share summary findings and trends found in the analysis as it
compares to the current Compensation System
C. Discuss the future compensation system.
D. Discuss the tie between the compensation system, performance, and tenure, and provide
recommendations to strengthen the City’s desired compensation model. Upon completion of
the analysis phases, providing the oversight committees with a project update would
also be appropriate.
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7. Classification and Compensation Systems Update/Development
The Compensation System(s) will be updated with the following information:
The Contractor will develop a detailed fiscal impact of the Compensation System(s) and will present
implementation strategy options that fit the fiscal needs, culture, and compensation strategy of the
City. If the City decides to implement a phased implementation approach, Contractor will work with
the City to assure that any phased approach fits with best practices and fiscal realities. Contractor will
provide up to three (3) costing iterations.
Once the System is updated, the Contractor will meet with appropriate City personnel to review the
draft Compensation System(s). This visit will include meetings with the City’s project designee and
each Department Director to review placements to identify any concerns prior to finalization. This
provides an opportunity to discuss any concerns in placement in the current system and/or ensure
proper placement if the System(s) are redesigned.
Policy and Maintenance Recommendations
In addition to developing a recommended compensation and classification structure (system), the
Contractor will provide the City with the following:
A. Compensation Policy recommendations
B. Recommendations for the maintenance of the Structure
C. Recommendations for position changes
D. Future Market Update recommendations
E. Metrics recommendations
8. Finalization
Up to two (2) Reports will be developed based on the needs of the project. This could include the
following:
A Compensation Policy/Procedure Manual. This internal report details (for HR):
A. Study methodology and summary findings.
B. Recommended compensation structure modifications.
C. Recommended position title, classification specification, or career progression changes.
D. Fiscal impact and implementation strategies.
E. Policies and procedure modifications or to adopt to administer and maintain the system in-
house going forward.
A Final Report. This external report details:
A. Executive Summary of methodology and visual summary finding graphs.
B. Recommended compensation structure modifications.
C. Recommended position title, classification specification, or career progression changes.
D. Fiscal impact and implementation strategies.
E. Policies and procedure modifications or to adopt to administer and maintain the system in-
house going forward.
These reports will first be provided to City in draft form to allow for feedback before the reports are
placed into final form and provided electronically
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9. Presentation and Communication
Contractor will provide a presentation to the City Council, City Leadership, and employees.
Contractor will also be available to introduce the recommendations to employee groups to the depth,
and in the manner, City prefers and offer suggestions and recommendations on how to best
communicate this information. Contractor will prepare correspondence and notices tailored to City,
whether for written, verbal or electronic presentation.
10. Ongoing Support and Training
Contractor will continue to work with City to provide support and guidance on the compensation
system at no additional cost.
Proposed Timeline
Based on the size and scope of the project, this is anticipated to be a 6-month process. The completion
date of the project will be heavily driven by the date the City starts the project among other factors.
The recommended schedule follows. This timeline will be adjusted based on the agreed upon Project
Initiation date. There are factors that impact this schedule that may be out of the control of the
Contractors. The proposed time frame is contingent upon timely receipt of data from the City, timely
participation from external comparable organizations; and timely receipt of information and/or
feedback from the City. This is monitored by the Contractor and communicated with the City on an
ongoing basis
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COST/RATE ESTIMATES
Contractor sets project fees based on the total project, which ensures the project comes in at the
budgeted amount. Therefore, the fees listed below include all consulting professional fees, and
administrative costs, excluding travel.
Classification and Compensation Study for an estimated 160 titles $52,800
Benefits / Total Compensation Analysis $5,500
Updating Existing Documents: estimated 160 job descriptions at $160 each* $25,600
Travel – Not to exceed based upon actual expenses** $4,000
Additional documents or expenses as requested by City (Not to Exceed) $10,000
Project Not to Exceed Amount $97,900
*Job Descriptions are billed based on actual documents, as desired by the City.
**Travel: Travel expenses will be billed only if incurred and based on actual expenses, not to exceed
the price listed. This would be limited to airfare, mileage/car rental, hotel and dinner for the project
manager.
Hourly Rates
A. Principal $275
B. Senior Consultant $225
C. Consultant $195
Terms of Payment
Payment will be made in four (4) installments ($52,800):
1. $8,000 upon completion of the signed contract;
2. $22,800 upon submission of the draft salary schedule; and
3. $18,000 upon submission of the draft report; and
4. $4,000 plus actual travel (not to exceed $4,000) plus the benefit add on ($5,500), upon
submission of the final report.
5. All other work will be invoiced for upon completion of deliverables (job descriptions or other
documentation, additional consultant hours used, etc).
All invoices are due within 30 days of City approval.
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EXHIBIT B
CONTRACTOR’S PROPOSAL
See following pages.
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Professional Proposal Prepared for the
City of Tigard, Oregon
Comprehensive Classification and
Compensation Study
RFP Number: 2025-13
Submitted By:
McGrath Human Resources Group
PO Box 865
Jamestown, TN 38556
Dr. Victoria McGrath, CEO
victoriaphd@mcgrathconsulting.com
815.728.9111
February 4, 2025
10:00 A.M. PST
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February 1, 2025
City of Tigard
13125 SW Hall Blvd.
Tigard, OR 97223
To whom it may concern:
Thank you for the opportunity to submit our qualifications to become your compensation business partner
and provide a Comprehensive Classification and Compensation Study for Tigard, Oregon, RFP 2025-13.
Developing and maintaining a competitive compensation and classification plan in today’s current
environment is extremely challenging, yet essential to attract, motivate, engage, and retain a qualified
workforce. McGrath Human Resources Group understands the issues public sector entities are facing as
our firm provides human resources consulting services primarily for the public sector, with emphasis on
compensation. We offer a transparent, engaging, and collaborative approach to develop a compensation
solution built specifically for each client, which aligns with your compensation philosophy and strategy to
attract and retain competent professionals, conform to all legal requirements, and fit within the City’s
fiscal reality.
Detailed information regarding our firm, consulting team, scope of work, work plan, methodology and
process, proposed work schedule, project fees, and other required information are presented within this
proposal. Because you have ask for brevity, if you have any follow up questions, please contact me. We
have chosen not to include the optional scope of the staffing study in our proposal, as our focus is on
delivering the core services outlined in the primary scope of work. All conditions contained in the attached
proposal are valid for a minimum of 90 days from February 4, 2025. I am the authorized individual to
contractually bind the Firm and principal contact for this project.
As you review the proposal, if you have any questions or require additional information, please do not
hesitate to ask. We look forward to the opportunity to work with the City of Tigard and its employees on
this important project.
Sincerely,
Victoria J. McGrath, Ph.D., CEO
McGrath Human Resources Group
PO Box 865 Jamestown, TN 38556
815.728.9111 (office)
931.214.2262 (direct)
victoriaphd@mcgrathconsulting.com
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Table of Contents
Firm Qualifications and Project Team ..................................................................................... 3
Public Sector Project History .......................................................................................................... 5
References .................................................................................................................................... 6
Project Understanding and Approach ..................................................................................... 7
Proposed Project Plan ................................................................................................................... 8
1. Project Orientation ............................................................................................................................. 8
2. Project Initiation and Assessment ....................................................................................................... 8
3. Classification Analysis (Job Analysis) ................................................................................................... 9
4. Compensation Analysis ..................................................................................................................... 10
5. Benefits and Rewards Analysis .......................................................................................................... 11
6. McGrath 360Comp™ Integration ....................................................................................................... 11
7. Classification and Compensation Systems Update/Development...................................................... 11
8. Finalization ........................................................................................................................................ 12
9. Presentation and Communication ..................................................................................................... 12
10. Ongoing Support and Training ........................................................................................................... 12
Proposed Timeline ...................................................................................................................... 13
Project Management ........................................................................................................... 14
Cost Proposal ....................................................................................................................... 15
Terms of Payment ....................................................................................................................... 15
Optional Services ........................................................................................................................ 15
Appendix A: Consulting Team .............................................................................................. 16
Appendix B: Proposal Certifications ...................................................................................... 20
Appendix B: Proposal Form ................................................................................................. 21
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Firm Qualifications and Project Team
McGrath Consulting Group, Inc. was started in 2000, specializing in public sector consulting in the fields
of human resource management
and public safety (fire, EMS, police,
and communications). Our Firm has
over 20 professional consultants
who are assigned to projects based
upon their professional background
and skillset they bring to each client.
McGrath Human Resources Group is
the Human Resources Division
overseen by Dr. Victoria McGrath.
Since 2000, McGrath has conducted
hundreds of comprehensive
compensation and classification
studies nationwide. The Human
Resources consulting team is
comprised of experienced human
resources practitioners from both
the private sector and local city and
county government.
We do not offer an off-the-shelf
work product, but rather, we
approach each client with the goal to understand your organization, culture, current and future needs,
and fiscal reality to develop total compensation solutions that are developed uniquely for you, align with
your compensation philosophy and strategy, while using a collaborative and transparent process.
Organizational and Management Capabilities
Our Firm also provides related human resources consulting which includes but is not limited to benefit
analysis, job description development, HR Audits, performance management program development,
training, policy development, operational studies, and staffing studies. Our Human Resources team is also
involved in organizational studies related to public safety.
Quality and Cost Control
Since we work closely with our clients, open communication and collaboration between the consulting
team and project designee is critical for the project to be most successful. Because of that, we will develop
a communication plan at the onset of the project so the Firm can provide routine updates on progress as
well as discuss any issues that may result in a delay or a challenge within the project. Our Project Plan will
outline key milestones in which we engage the client on cornerstone topics and have a rigorous review
process with the client on all draft recommendations. Due to the nature of our pricing, we establish a
project cost, to ensure the City will stay within budget.
Company Name McGrath Human Resources Group
Parent Organization McGrath Consulting Group, Inc.
Established May 1, 2000
Years of Service 25
Type of Firm Private Corporation
Company Mailing
Address
P.O. Box 865
Jamestown, TN 38556
Responsible Party
Dr. Victoria McGrath, Ph.D., SPHR
CEO
Email Address victoriaphd@mcgrathconsulting.com
Phone Number (815) 728-9111
Insurance Erie Insurance: Auto and General
Liability
AmTrust: Workers Compensation
Mount Vernon: Professional Liability
Chubb: Cyber Security Liability
Office Locations Chippewa Falls, WI
Columbia, MO
Jamestown, TN
Katy, TX
Strongsville, OH
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Why Choose McGrath Human Resources Group?
We do not ask you to adapt to an off-the-shelf solution.
Even in municipalities that appear to be similar, each entity has unique qualities, culture and
needs.
We work hard to understand your goals, fiscal realities, and compensation history so we can
offer practical and sustainable options for a compensation solution that addresses your needs
while holding to best practices that maintain validity and compliance in the system.
We specialize in and understand public employment and local municipalities.
We specialize in public sector consulting; thus, we are in a unique position to understand and work
with your stakeholders to make a sound investment that will benefit the City.
Our consulting team is comprised of individuals with previous local government city and county
work experience.
An investment in your employee’s compensation plan is an investment in your community, and
we recognize the investment you are making is with taxpayer dollars.
Our long history brings a unique breadth of experience.
We have experience with the development of innovative or traditional approaches, with the
knowledge of climates where those approaches usually succeed to help us tailor the best solutions
for you.
We wish to foster a partnership with our clients by pursuing a depth of understanding of your
philosophy, culture, challenges, and successes so the synergy outcome provides a compensation
system that makes sense philosophically and fiscally for your organization.
We are successful.
In our 25th year in business, with over 600 clients in 41 states, we are proud that 99% of our
projects have been fully adopted and implemented.
Our success stems from sound principles and best practices throughout our work and the
relationships we build through collaboration and transparency with the project.
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Public Sector Project History
McGrath primarily works with public-sector organizations including counties, cities, villages, townships,
districts, and even State agencies. The following is a list of compensation and classification type projects
this consulting team has worked on and completed over the last five (5) years.
AODAMHS of Montgomery County, OH City of White Bear Lake, MN
Burnett County, WI City of Woodstock, IL
Cabarrus County, NC Clatsop County, OR
Caroline County, VA Clay County, MO
City of Alamosa, CO Clearfield City, UT
City of Alcoa, TN Codington County, SD
City of Bloomer, WI Columbia County, WI
City of Bonner Spring, KS Community Library Network, ID
City of Carthage, MO County of Delaware, PA
City of Chanhassen, MN Cowley County, KS
City of Chetek, WI Cumberland County, NC
City of Chippewa Falls, WI Cy Fair Volunteer Fire Department, TX
City of Clayton, MO Daniel Boone Regional Library, MO
City of Collinsville, IL Davison County, SD
City of Columbus, KS Dodge County, WI
City of Dennison, TX Douglas County, KS
City of Derby, KS Douglas County, WI
City of Dodge City, KS Ford County, KS
City of Duvall, WA Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, IL
City of Eau Claire, WI Green County, WI
City of Excelsior Springs, MO Harvey County, KS
City of Fulshear, TX Juneau County, WI
City of Flint, MI Kansas Sentencing Commission, KS
City of Florissant, MO Kent County, MI
City of Garden City, KS Kingsbury County, SD
City of Gig Harbor, WA Lawrence Public Library, KS
City of Grants Pass, OR Marathon County, WI
City of Goodland, KS Merrimac Center, VA
City of Haysville, KS Mid-Columbia Libraries, WA
City of Huber Heights, OH Monroe County, WI
City of Kenai, AK Montgomery County, OH
City of Kirkwood, MO Montgomery County, TN
City of Lacrosse, WI New Kent County, VA
City of Lake Geneva, WI New River Valley Juvenile Detention Home, VA
City of Lansing, KS Outagamie County, WI
City of La Vista, NE Polk County, IA
City of LaPine, OR Polk County, WI
City of Lawrence, KS Portage County, WI
City of Manor, TX Pueblo City-County Library District, CO
City of Marshfield, WI Roanoke Valley Juvenile Detention Center, VA
City of Merriam, KS Rock County, WI
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City of Monroe, WI Saginaw Charter Township, MI
City of North Kansas, MO Sauk County, WI
City of Northfield, MN Scenic Library District, MO
City of Ogden, UT Sheboygan County, WI
City of Ottawa, KS Sedgwick County, KS
City of Palos Heights, IL Somerset School District, WI
City of Perryville, MD South County Fire Department, WA
City of Pleasant Valley, MO Sumner County, TN
City of Prairie Village, KS Town of Blacksburg, VA
City of Raymore, MO Town of Fairview, TX
City of Richmond, MO Town of Greeneville, TN
City of River Falls, WI Town of Holly Springs, NC
City of Roeland Park, KS Town of Prescott Valley, AZ
City of Smithville, MO Union County, NC
City of Stayton, OR Vernon County, WI
City of Topeka, KS Village of Lake in the Hills, IL
City of Tukwila, WA Village of Mount Pleasant, WI
City of Unalaska, AK Village of Rib Mountain, WI
City of Union, MO Wasatch County, UT
City of Washington, MO Wisconsin Employee Trust Funds, WI
City of Webster Groves, MO Winnebago County, WI
City of West Bend, WI Wood County, WI
City of West Des Moines, IA Yakima Valley Libraries, WA
References
McGrath Consulting is proud to list over 600 clients in 41 states. Below are a few compensation studies
either within the region and/or are similar to your project Additional client names, projects and locations
are viewable on our website at www.mcgrathhumanresources.com and their contact information will
be provided upon request. Note: Currently conducting a compensation study for the City of Ashland,
OR.
Client Name Description
City of Ogden, UT
Contact: Heather Briskey
Title: Human Resources Director
Phone: 801-629-8736
Email: HeatherBriskey@ogdencity.com
Comprehensive classification and compensation schedule
was completed in July 2024 for all classifications.
Implementation is scheduled for inclusion into the 2025
budget.
City of Grants Pass, OR
Contact: Mandy Hays
Title: Human Resources Director
Phone: 541-450-6053
Email: mhayes@grantspassoregon.gov
Conducted a comprehensive compensation study for
union and non-union personnel, creating a combined
salary schedule to ensure market competitiveness and
internal equity.
City of Stayton, OR
Contact: Alissa Angelo
Title: Assistant City Manager
Phone: 503-769-3425
Conducted a comprehensive compensation analysis of all
union and non-union positions within the City. Included the
development of separate salary schedules for union and non-
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Email: aangelo@staytonoregon.gov union, keeping internal equity. Market update in 2022.
Ongoing assistant as needed.
Mid-Columbia Libraries, WA
Contact: Celina Bishop
Title: Human Resources Director
Phone: 509-737-6358
Email: cbishop@midcolumbialibraries.org
Updated the compensation plan and classification series for
all union and non-union positions within the library.
Tooele County, UT
Contact: Adam Sadler
Title: Human Resources Director
Phone: 435-843-3497
Email: adam.sadler@tooeleco.org
Comprehensive compensation schedule was updated in early
2022 based upon market updates Adoption of updates
occurred in 2022.
City of Tukwila, WA
Contact: TC Croone
Title: Chief People Officer
Phone: 206-886-6390
Email: tc.croone@tukwilawa.gov
Comprehensive compensation, and classification for non-
union positions. To be approved in November 2024
City of Burlington, WA
Contact: Brittany Johnson
Title: Human Resource Specialist
Phone: 360-755-0535
Email: brittanyj@burlingtonwa.gov
Conducted a comprehensive compensation program for all
positions within the City.
City of Arlington, WA
Contact: Paul Ellis
Title: City Manager
Phone: 360-403-3447
Email: pellis@arlingtonwa.gov
Conducted comprehensive compensation analysis of all
union and non-union positions within the City. Included the
development of separate salary schedules for police, fire,
union, and non-union – however, keeping internal equity and
compression issues in line.
City of North Kansas City, MO
Contact: Casey Campbell
Title: Human Resources Manager
Phone: 816-412-7809
Email: ccampbell@nkc.org
Comprehensive compensation and classification analysis was
completed with development of new salary schedule for
implementation in January 2023.
Project Understanding and Approach
In any governmental organization, salaries and benefits are typically the largest budget item. An
investment in your employee’s compensation plan is an investment in your community, and we recognize
the investment you are making is with tax dollars. We also understand a competitive compensation
system is an important element for the City’s ability to hire, cultivate, and retain employees who provide
service and value to all City stakeholders, regardless of the organization’s size.
Similarly, internal equity, proper classification, career opportunities and addressing of any compression
issues serves to enhance the employee’s feeling of value and willingness to actively engage in their work
for the organization. Therefore, it is important for the City to have a system that promotes the active
engagement of employees, is non-discriminatory, is legally defensible, is efficient to manage, and can
accommodate organizational growth and change. Thus, we tailor our services to meet the needs and
unique structure and culture of the City.
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Our methodology and approach are characterized by a systematic, logical series of tasks aimed at assuring
thoroughness, consistency, and objectivity. After conducting a needs assessment with the City, confirming
the City’s compensation philosophy with City leaders, and analyzing the current System in place, our Firm
utilizes Best Practices throughout the process, which includes salary data and job content data from
multiple City sources and its mutually identified comparables. Data analysis is then utilized to put this
information into a meaningful summary format which is shared with the City.
Proposed Project Plan
We tailor our projects to meet the needs and unique structure and culture of your organization, with the
principles of collaboration, communication and transparency in mind while developing a sound work plan
with identified deliverables. The proposal steps can be discussed and adjusted to meet the projects needs
for the City.
1. Project Orientation
Communicate with the City’s project designee to:
o Provide a list of documents and data needed to begin the project.
o Discuss project expectations and milestones.
o Begin developing a communication plan.
o Schedule initial meetings.
We develop a communication plan at the onset of the project so the Firm can provide routine updates on
progress as well as discuss any issues that may result in a delay or a challenge within the project. Our
Project Manager coordinates meetings, data sharing, and ensures the work plan is progressing according
to the designed work plan so the deliverables are met within the scope and timeline of the project.
2. Project Initiation and Assessment
The consultants will conduct the first visit to meet with City leaders and all Department
Directors/Managers to:
Explore your organization’s current compensation system, compensation philosophy and strategy.
Gain an understanding of the goals, values and structure of the overall organization.
Gather information for each individual department including any unique responsibilities
associated with positions, strengths and weaknesses of the current system, or issues with
recruitment/retention.
Identify future needs.
Review provided documents and data.
Finalize project communication expectations and strategies, project timeline, and identifiable
milestones.
Other Introductory communications are recommended:
Conduct introductory meetings with elected officials to discuss elements of compensation
philosophy and expectations.
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Introductory employee communications and/or meetings to explain the process of a
compensation study, introduce the consulting team, expected assistance, describe the general
outcome of the Study, and other related topics as desired by the City.
From first site visit, the consulting team will identify:
The strengths of the current compensation system.
Areas that need to be addressed or are concerns to the current programs.
Current compensation program success and challenges.
Other characteristics about the City and its geographic location which may impact
compensation.
An analysis of this information as well as external data collection will be the basis of developing a
compensation philosophy that will guide the design and complexity of the City’s compensation program.
A consistent philosophy will provide a strong foundation for the City. Without a philosophy, leaders often
find themselves unsure what to offer as a total compensation package.
3. Classification Analysis (Job Analysis)
A job analysis objectively evaluates the duties, responsibilities, tasks, and authority level of each City
position and identifies hierarchy, career progression opportunities, and internal equity.
The job analysis would include completion of a Position Questionnaire (PQ), which is a standardized tool
used to analyze each position on identified factors. The McGrath 360Comp™ PQ has been developed
specifically for use in public sector organizations. This Questionnaire is recommended to be completed
on all job titles for purposes of:
Expounding upon information provided in job descriptions.
Evaluating position responsibilities regarding necessary competencies, experience, education,
finances, judgement, decision-making and other expectations which provide value to the City.
Clarifying instances where statements in the existing job descriptions are vague or absent.
Updating and aligning classification changes.
Identifying career progression opportunities.
FLSA Designation.
Supervisory Review/Verification. Each incumbent’s supervisor or Department Director will be given time
to review the completed PQ for content and accuracy, and to comment in a designated area of the
document. They will sign off on their review prior to submission to the Consultants. If needed, the
consulting team may speak with Department Directors, Supervisors, and Human Resources for additional
position clarification.
Outcomes. From this process, the current classification system will be updated, as needed.
The point factor system for job analysis is teachable, so our clients can continue to use this methodology
on their own should they choose. Compensation systems are more likely to be kept up-to-date and
relevant which extends the lifecycle of a plan with this tool.
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Job Description Document Updates
The Position Questionnaire process will identify job description updates that may be needed to make
updates.
If desired by the City, the Firm can either update the current job descriptions in their current format, or
the Firm can completely rewrite all job descriptions with a tailored yet standardized and compliant format
to meet the needs and desires of your organization. The template is developed cooperatively between
the City and McGrath. Any documents developed or updated will be submitted in draft form and one edit
is included in the price before being turned over to the organization as final. The cost of developing is
outlined in the Fee Schedule section as a standalone option.
4. Compensation Analysis
A Compensation analysis determines the organization’s relative position in the comparable labor market.
This analysis allows City leaders to understand the organization’s compensation as a whole and by
position, allowing them to make sound compensation decisions. Compensation Analysis will consist of
the following:
The City and consulting team will cooperatively identify Comparable Organizations as the labor
market. The City will have input into the list and must approve prior to starting the external
market survey.
McGrath consultants will prepare and conduct a tailored compensation survey specific to the
City’s positions to collect external market data in real-time.
The consultants will analyze salary data. The market survey collects minimum, midpoint,
maximum, and incumbent salary information for each benchmark position; and other data points
as needed. A statistical analysis is conducted on each dataset to ensure consistent and objective
analysis. The outcome is then calculated into a ratio between the market and the City to measure
the City’s alignment against the market.
The consultants will examine the status of your current compensation systems including structural
analysis, special pay analysis, compression analysis, and incumbent pay analysis to give guidance
to the consultants for compensation and implementation recommendations and will also provide
information to the City regarding overtime, promotional and retention opportunities and
internal equity.
The consultants will review your compensation-related policies for compliance and best practices.
We will make recommendations for policy updates or considerations that impact the City.
The consultants will also gather and analyze external and internal demographic data and workforce
metrics to define:
o Employee’s tenure within the organization as well as tenure in current position.
o Turnover rate for the organization.
o Local geographic and economic factors impacting the attraction and retention of
employees.
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The outcome of this portion of the project is very important because it identifies current trends and future
predictors. This information guides the consulting team in developing strategy options and
recommendations for the City’s current and future needs.
5. Benefits and Rewards Analysis
When data is received through the benefits and Rewards survey to the identified labor market, the
Consultants will analyze the findings and identify any trends and/or areas of concern as compared with
the Market. A Benefits and Reward Analysis identifies the City’s position in the market for the offering of
insurance, retirement, paid leave, holiday, and other benefits and rewards identified in a Total Rewards
Inventory conducted with the City.
6. McGrath 360Comp™ Integration
Upon completion of the compensation analysis and job analysis, etc. the consultants will engage the City
to:
Confirm the recommended compensation philosophy.
Discuss the data obtained and share summary findings and trends found in the analysis as it
compares to the current Compensation System.
Discuss the future compensation system.
Discuss the tie between the compensation system, performance, and tenure, and provide
recommendations to strengthen the City’s desired compensation model.
Upon completion of the analysis phases, providing the oversight committees with a project update would
also be appropriate.
7. Classification and Compensation Systems Update/Development
The Compensation System(s) will be updated with the following information:
The consultants will develop a detailed fiscal impact of the Compensation System(s) and will present
implementation strategy options that fit the fiscal needs, culture, and compensation strategy of the City.
While some entities can fully implement the compensation system immediately, some clients have utilized
a phased approach. We will work with the City to assure that any phased approach fits with best practices
and your fiscal realities. The proposed price includes up to three (3) costing iterations.
Once the System is updated, the consultants will meet with appropriate City personnel to review the draft
Compensation System(s). This visit will include meetings with the City’s project designee and each
Department Director to review placements to identify any concerns prior to finalization. This provides an
opportunity to discuss any concerns in placement in the current system and/or ensure proper placement
if the System(s) are redesigned.
Policy and Maintenance Recommendations
In addition to developing a recommended compensation and classification structure (system), the
consulting team will provide the organization with the following:
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Compensation Policy recommendations
Recommendations for the maintenance of the Structure
Recommendations for position changes
Future Market Update recommendations
Metrics recommendations
8. Finalization
Up to two (2) Reports will be developed based on the needs of the project. This could include the
following:
A Compensation Policy/Procedure Manual. This report details:
a. Study methodology and summary findings.
b. Recommended compensation structure modifications.
c. Recommended position title, classification specification, or career progression changes.
d. Fiscal impact and implementation strategies.
e. Policies and procedure modifications or to adopt to administer and maintain the system
in-house going forward.
A Final Report. This report details:
a. Executive Summary of methodology and visual summary finding graphs.
b. Recommended compensation structure modifications.
c. Recommended position title, classification specification, or career progression changes.
d. Fiscal impact and implementation strategies.
e. Policies and procedure modifications or to adopt to administer and maintain the system
in-house going forward.
These reports will first be provided to Administration in draft form to allow for feedback before the reports
are placed into final form and provided electronically
9. Presentation and Communication
The Study includes a presentation to the City Council, City Leadership and employees.
The consulting team will also be available to introduce the recommendations to employee groups to the
depth, and in the manner, you prefer and offer suggestions and recommendations on how to best
communicate this information. We prepare correspondence and notices tailored to our client, whether
for written, verbal or electronic presentation.
10. Ongoing Support and Training
McGrath Human Resources Consultants will continue to work with your organization to provide support
and guidance on the compensation system at no additional cost.
The City may also consider its future needs as follows:
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McGrath Human Resources believes in providing our clients with the tools to be able to manage
their Compensation System independently, if the client desires.
Alternatively, some clients prefer that McGrath Human Resources set current and future pay
grade placements, position changes, and job description development rather than completing that
in-house. This can be done for a nominal fee depending upon the time involved in the placement.
Proposed Timeline
Based on the size and scope of the project, this is typically a 6-month process. The completion date of the
project will be heavily driven by the date the City starts the project among other factors. We recommend
the following schedule:
Activity Month 1 Month 2 Month 3 Month 4 Month 5 Month 6
1 2 3 4 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
Task 1- Project
orientation/planning
Task 2- Project Kickoff
meetings with identified
stakeholders for
information meetings
Task 3 –Position
Questionnaire and Job
Analysis
Task 4 & 5 - Market Data
collection and Analysis
Task 6 - Review Findings
with City
Task 7 – Develop/Update
Compensation and
Classification Systems
Task 7 - Review
Recommendations and Cost
with City
Task 8 -Finalize changes.
Provide Draft Reports for
City review. Finalize
Reports.
Task 9 - Presentations
This timeline will be adjusted based on the agreed upon Project Initiation date. There are factors that
impact this schedule that may be out of the control of the consultants. The proposed time frame is
contingent upon timely receipt of data from the City, timely participation from external comparable
organizations; and timely receipt of information and/or feedback from the City. This is monitored by the
consulting team and communicated with the City on an ongoing basis.
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Project Management
All consultants are McGrath consultants, and there is no subcontracting.
The Consultants were selected for this project based upon their areas of expertise, specialties, and related
project experience. We operate under the philosophy of total team involvement and each team member
has experience in all facets of project work and will work together to meet the goals of your project.
Further, we have the flexibility to involve other consultants with our organization to bring their unique
perspective and expertise as needed. Primary members of the team and an overview of their project
responsibilities are provided.
Resumes are provided as Appendix A.
Dr. Victoria McGrath
Principal
Malayna Halvorson Maes
Project Manager and
Senior Project Consultant
Melanie Henry
Kristi Brashear
Project Consultant
Ron Moser
Public Safety Advisor
Principal: A principal of the company is actively involved in every project and is accountable for the
project. This position will have authority over the contract and bind the Firm and will participate in
kickoff meetings.
Project Manager: This role has project oversight, will coordinate all work with the consulting team,
will have direct routine communication with the City’s project designee, and will be hands-on in all
aspects of the project’s activities, leading the consulting team on targeted project activities, and
performs the primary duties of a project consultant.
Project Consultant: This role works on various project activities, which will include communication
documents/tools, interviews, position questionnaire analysis, job description review, classification
system development, market data collection and analysis, pay plan review, compensation system
development, costing, and drafting reports.
Advisor: This role has specific subject matter expertise that may be called upon for additional
consultation for the consulting team for public safety positions, as needed.
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Cost Proposal
McGrath Human Resources sets project fees based on the total project, which ensures the project comes
in at the budgeted amount. Therefore, the fees listed below include all consulting professional fees, and
administrative costs, excluding travel.
Classification and Compensation Study for an estimated 160 titles $52,800
Benefits / Total Compensation Analysis $ 5,500
Travel – Not to exceed based upon actual expenses* $ 4,000
Project Not to Exceed Amount $62,300
*Travel: Travel expenses will be billed only if incurred and based on actual expenses, not to exceed the
price listed. This would be limited to airfare, mileage/car rental, hotel and dinner for the project manager.
**Job Descriptions are billed based on actual documents, if desired by the City.
Updating Existing Documents: $160 per document
Development of New Documents: $210 per document
Hourly Rates
Principal $275
Senior Consultant $225
Consultant $195
Terms of Payment
Payment will be made in four (4) installments ($52,800):
$ 8,000 upon completion of the signed contract;
$ 22,800 upon submission of the draft salary schedule; and
$ 18,000 upon submission of the draft report; and
$ 4,000 plus actual travel (not to exceed $4,000) plus the benefit add on ($5,500) if selected, upon
submission of the final report.
All invoices are due within 30 days of receipt. Proposal cost is good for a minimum of 90 days from
February 4, 2025. Dr. Victoria McGrath is the individual with the authority to negotiate and contractually
bind McGrath Human Resources in any type of negotiations and contracts.
Optional Services
In most compensation studies, there are areas that must be addressed that are not planned for. In the 24
years McGrath Consulting Group, Inc., has been in business, it has never increased the agreed upon price
and will address these areas. In the event the work is beyond the scope of the original project, the
Consultant will work with the City to either bill the service at an hourly rate, plus travel fees; or determine
a fixed price. However, no work will begin until an agreement with the City has been approved.
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Appendix A: Consulting Team
Victoria McGrath, Ph.D., SPHR
Chief Executive Officer and Principal – 10% of project
Dr. Victoria McGrath has an extensive background in the field of human resources, predominately in the
public sector; but she also has a number of years in the private sector having worked in health care,
banking, and education. She brings over 19 years as an HR practitioner in all phases of human resources
prior to her years as a consultant.
Her professional experience includes the City of Brookfield, WI, which had over 500 employees, including
five (5) labor unions; the Emmbrook School District, WI – the 2nd largest school district in Wisconsin, also
with 5 labor unions; and Citicorp Banks. She has dealt with labor/employee relations; policy, procedure
and labor compliance; benefits and compensation; recruitment and staff development. Dr. McGrath’s
local government experience touched all local services including police/sheriff, fire, public works/highway,
engineering, library, health department, administration, courts, jail, and more.
Dr. McGrath has provided management assistance to more than 200 local government clients on a variety
of management issues. In addition to working with government, she has been a speaker for a number of
professional organizations and worked with two (2) organizations in developing courses in human
resource management to current and upcoming supervisors. Further, she is an adjunct professor –
teaching in areas such as human resources, organizational development, management, and research – at
Northwestern University (Master’s in Public Policy Administration Program).
Dr. McGrath’s doctoral dissertation dealt with Government as a Learning Organization. Her research dealt
with government efficiency in providing services and how governmental services can become more
effective.
YEARS WITH FIRM: 25
EDUCATION
Ph.D. – Municipal Government as a Learning Organization, University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee, WI
Master of Science – Management, Cardinal Stritch College, WI
Bachelor of Science – Industrial Relations & Finance, University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee, WI
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Society for Human Resources Management
Illinois Public Employer Labor Relations Association
National Public Employer Labor Relations Association
International City/County Manager Association
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Malayna Halvorson Maes
Senior Consultant – Project Manager – 50% of project
Malayna Halvorson Maes has served as a human resource professional in both the private and public
sectors for over 20 years. She worked previously in health care human resources, then as the Human
Resources Director and senior advisor for a county in northwestern Wisconsin. Thus, she has direct
experience with the many challenges facing municipal employers. She has a been in the role of project
manager for projects since 2018. She is also the firm’s leading HR consultant on public safety projects.
During her time in county government, Ms. Maes advised the organization through the significant changes
at the State level (referred to as Act-10) that resulted in a reduction from five (5) collective bargaining
units to one (1) unit, due to reduced legal authority of organized labor in the public sector. As a change
agent, she facilitated the development of significant policy changes for the organization. This included
conducting a complete evaluation of the compensation system for the county which included a rewrite of
all job descriptions, and the implementation of a pay for performance evaluation system. This system was
created through the work of a combined employee – manager committee and included the
implementation of a performance management software system to streamline the 360-evaluation
process. She brings a practical understanding to the development and implementation of complex
compensation systems.
As a former Wisconsin Human Resources Director, she is knowledgeable of all facets of local government,
including police, public works, engineering, health services, and more. She has been active in a number of
professional organizations including SHRM, Chippewa Valley Society of Human Resource Management;
WIPFLI Senior HR Forum; Wisconsin Association of County Personnel Directors, and the National Public
Employer Labor Relations Association. In addition, she served on the WACPD training Committee, Chair
of the Legislative Affairs Committee, a Board of Director member as well as a member of the Services
Committee for WPELRA; thus, she takes an active role in defining the profession.
YEARS WITH FIRM: 11
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts– Psychology, Luther College, Decorah, IA
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Society for Human Resources Management
National Public Employer Labor Relations Association
World at Work, Total Rewards Association
CERTIFICATION
Certified Compensation Professional (in process)
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Michelle Lach
Senior Project Consultant – Data – 20% of project
Ms. Lach provides critical research and analytical skills to our compensation and benefits studies. Ms.
Lach had ten (10) years of professional human resources experience prior to her time with the Firm in the
private sector as an HR Director for a manufacturing company and a pharmaceutical company. Her
professional experience with the Firm includes the development of employee handbooks and job
descriptions, but now works exclusively with compensation and benefit survey designs and execution, and
market research. These critical responsibilities include obtaining, compiling, and analyzing complex data
and other information for projects, and supporting the project manager as needed. She has been with
the Firm for 20 years.
YEARS WITH FIRM: 20
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts– Communication and Organizational Development
Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH
Human Resources Program Certification – Baldwin Wallace College, Berea, OH
Kristi Brashear
Project Consultant – 10% of project
Kristi Brashear has served in the municipal government sector for more than 15 years. She brings a wealth
of experience in municipal management in the areas of human resources and fiscal management. As a
former Director of Human Resources, Finance Manager, and Director of Finance in Texas, Ms. Brashear
has a successful record in managing complex municipal operations and implementing effective policies
and procedures. Her strategic planning skills have been instrumental in guiding cities through both short-
and long-term initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and promoting sustainable
growth. In her role as the former Director of Human Resources, she played a pivotal role in shaping the
city’s workforce and fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. Her deep understanding of human
resources principles and practices enabled her to implement innovative strategies for talent acquisition,
employee development, and performance management.
YEARS WITH FIRM: 1
EDUCATION
Associate degree - General Studies, Lone Star College
CERTIFICATION
IPMA – Certified HR Professional
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Texas Municipal League
Texas Municipal Human Resources Association
Society for Human Resources Management
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Melanie Henry
Project Consultant – 10% of project
Melanie Henry has served as a human resource professional in both the non-profit and public sectors for
over 25 years. She worked as the Human Resources Manager for a stand-alone public library in mid
Missouri for the majority of her time prior to joining McGrath in 2023.
During her time in local government, Ms. Henry advised the organization through evaluations and
implementations of defined benefit retirement benefits, paid leave conversion, timekeeping audit and
systems, Library Board liaison for Executive Director recruitment and annual performance evaluation,
classification and compensation plan, policy development and employee development program. She also
provided guidance during a unionization effort and negotiations of the collective bargaining agreement.
She has been active in a number of professional organizations including SHRM and Human Resource
Association of Central Missouri (SHRM chapter). In addition, she served on a local City Personnel Advisory
Board, and the Human Resources Association of Central Missouri Board.
YEARS WITH FIRM: 2
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts– Psychology, University of Missouri - Columbia
Human Resource Management Certificate – University of Missouri – St. Louis
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Society for Human Resources Management
Human Resources Association of Central Missouri (HRACMO)
World at Work, Total Rewards Association
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISOR
McGrath Human Resources will partner with the parent company – McGrath Consulting Group in the areas
of public safety, as needed.
• Dr. Tim McGrath has over 30 years of experience in fire, EMS, communications and emergency
management and currently heads the Fire Division, performing operational studies throughout
the United States. He served as Chief of fire departments in Gurnee, Illinois and Brookfield,
Wisconsin. Dr. McGrath has been an independent consultant since 1997 and is a speaker well-
known for his motivational presentations in the United States and internationally. He earned a
doctorate in management, a dual master's degree in public administration and management, a
bachelor's degree in industrial education, and an associate degree in fire science management.
• Ron Moser has over 30 years of experience in law enforcement serving six municipalities in three
states. Serving as Chief for departments within a metropolitan area. Mr. Moser also served as
Director of Emergency Management and Village Manager for Hanover Park, Illinois, a municipality
of Cook County. He currently heads the law enforcement division performing operational studies
throughout the United States. Mr. Moser has two master’s degrees in Criminal Justice and
Corrections and Law Enforcement Administration.
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Appendix B: Proposal Certifications
The Contractor agrees not to discriminate against any client, employee or applicant for employment or
for services, because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap or age with regard to, but not
limited to, the following: employment upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment or recruitment
advertising; layoffs or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; selection for training;
rendition of services. It is further understood that any Contractor who is in violation of this clause shall be
barred from receiving awards of any contract from the City, unless a satisfactory showing is made that
discriminatory practices have terminated and that a recurrence of such acts is unlikely.
Agreed by: Victoria J. McGrath, Ph. D., CEO
Contractor Name: McGrath Human Resources Group
Resident Certificate
Please Check One:
☐ Resident Contractor: Contractor has paid unemployment taxes and income taxes in this state during
the last twelve calendar months immediately preceding the submission of this proposal.
OR
☒ Non-resident Contractor: Contractor does not qualify under requirement stated above.
(Please specify your state of residence: Tennessee)
Officer’s signature:
Type or print officer’s name: Victoria J. McGrath
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Appendix B: Proposal Form
RFP 2025-13 – Comprehensive Classification and Compensation Study
The Contractor named below submits this proposal in response to the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the
contract named above and warrants that the Contractor has carefully reviewed the RFP and that this
proposal represents the Contractor’s full response to the requirements described in the RFP.
The Contractor further warrants that if this proposal is accepted, the Contractor agrees to all terms and
conditions found in the sample contract (Attachment C), and will provide all necessary labor, materials,
equipment, and other means required to complete the work in accordance with the requirements of the
RFP and contract documents. The Contractor hereby acknowledges the requirement to carry or indicates
the ability to obtain the insurance required in the sample contract.
Indicate in the affirmative by initialing here: _ ___
The Contractor certifies that the proposal has been arrived at independently and has been submitted
without any collusion designed to limit competition.
The Contractor hereby acknowledges receipt of Addendum Nos. 1 , , to this RFP.
Name of Contractor: McGrath Human Resources Group
Business Address: PO Box 865, Jamestown, TN 38556
Telephone Number: 815-728-9111
Fax Number: Not applicable
Email Address: victoriaphd@mcgrathconsulting.com
Authorized Signature:
Printed/Typed Name: Victoria J. McGrath, Ph. D.
Title: CEO
Date: February 1, 2025
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