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FY 2024-2025 Highlights
Implemented alternative work schedules to enhance recruitment efforts and improve employee retention.
Digitized all terminated employee and new-hire personnel les, transitioning from paper records to an electronic format.
Developed total compensation statements to provide employees with a clear understanding of the full value of their
bene ts and compensation packages, promoting transparency and employee engagement.
Streamlined 457 plans by consolidating accounts and updating investment options to ensure competitive fees and a
simpli ed, high-quality investment lineup for participants.
Organized and executed various employee appreciation events throughout the year, including Employee Appreciation
Lunch, Ice Cream Truck, In-N-Out Lunch on the Lawn, Halloween Costume Contest, Christmas Lunch, Valentine Treats,
Employee Chili Cook-Off, Employee Appreciation Breakfast, Kona Ice Truck, and Service Recognition Receptions.
Conducted a comprehensive city-wide compensation study to ensure job classi cations are aligned with appropriate pay
grades and that salary levels are competitive with comparison cities.
Revised policies within the Employee Policy Manual to align with updated city practices and policies, ensuring
consistency and relevance.

Goals

Organizational Excellence
Serve as a trusted resource and advocate for both employees and supervisors across all HR functions.
Ensure that all laws, regulations, and personnel policies are fairly and consistently applied to all employees.
Continue to promote employee engagement through involvement and employee activities/events.
Focus on staff training and development in order to better serve the needs of our customers.
Continue focus on employee wellness initiatives to ensure that the workforce is mentally and physically t to serve
the community.
Ensure that quality employees are hired and brought into the organization in a timely manner.
Continue to evaluate the city compensation plan to ensure it stays competitive and is applied fairly and equitably among
all employees.

Communicate & Engage with Citizens
Provide responsive service to internal and external customers.

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