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Home My WebLink About2026-06-15 PW reclass - Parts SpecialistLewis County Department of Public Works LEWIS COUNTY IVruhington \ Fzrst County MEMORANDUM Date: June 1, 2026 Geoff Soderquist, PE, Pu b lic Works Director Wes Anderson, PE, County Engineer To: Ryan Barrett, County Manager From: Geoff Soderquist, PE, Director Subject: REQUEST TO MODIFY PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT POSITIONS The purpose of this memorandum serves to request approval of a proposed modification to the Parts Specialist position under the Public Works Department. The modification includes a revised Job Descriptions to better align with the specific Division roles and responsibilities and re-evaluation of the job classification due to market conditions. Our intent is to better position the Department to attract motivated and qualified candidates and retain existing employees by providing opportunities for career advancement and being competitive with external labor markets. PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS This request includes approval of modification within the Fleet Division of the Public Works Department. The proposed change is as follows: Parts Specialist -Fund 50154860) • Parts Specialist: Job Description updated to align with the specific roles and responsibilities and re-evaluation of job classification due to market conditions. Salary grade change from Grade 116 ($50,612-$68,044) to Grade 117 ($52,792-$70,992). No change in FTE. EFFECTIVE DATE The requested change will be effective immediately upon approval of this request. Road Maintenance & Fleet Services 476 West Main St. Chehalis, WA 98532 o 360. 740.3380 F 360. 740.2741 Administration, Engineering, Utilities, Real Estate Services & Traffic 57 West Main St. Chehalis, WA 98532 O 360. 740.1123 F 360. 740.1479 Solid Waste Services Post Office Box 180 Centralia, WA 98531 0 360.740.1451 F 360.330. 7S05 Attached for reference are copies of the position analyses completed by Human Resources and worksheets prepared by Public Works providing a full analysis of the position modifications and the impacts on the Public Works Department's budget. Geoff Soderqui st,PE Director, Lewis County Public Works Approved By: Date Approved: Ryan Barrett County Manager, Lewis County Human Resources LEWIS COUNTY IVashington's Fi1.J/ County To: Geoff Soderquist, Public Works Director From: Rachel Lester, HR Generalist Sr. Date: March 12, 2026 RE: Salary Analysis for Fleet Coordinator and Parts Specialist Methodology 351 NW North Street Chehalis, WA 98532-1900 360.740.1209 Pursuant to the recently ratified collective bargaining agreement between Lewis County Public Works and Community Development and AFSCME Local 1341, Human Resources is conducting a compensation study of all represented positions within six months. As part of that process, a salary analysis was conducted for the Fleet Operations Coordinator and Parts Specialist positions within the Public Works Fleet Services Division. The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has established a compensation benchmark of placing positions at approximately the 55th percentile of the market. This analysis evaluates current salary grades against that benchmark. Comparable market data was gathered from Washington counties similar to Lewis County in population and assessed value, including: • Chelan County • Clallam County • Cowlitz County • Franklin County • Grant County • Grays Harbor County • Island County • Mason County Where data was unavailable or limited, this was due to: • Positions not existing in comparable counties • Shared or blended roles that do not align with Lewis County job descriptions • Expired labor agreements (Island County operating under a 2025 contract) • Structural differences (Grays Harbor and Grant counties only have a Fleet or ER&R Manager, no Coordinator) Human Resources Public Disclosure Requests Rachel Lester HR Generalist SR Lewis County Human Resources Market comparisons were conducted using available salary schedules and aligning classifications as closely as possible to Lewis County's job descriptions and scope of work. Summary of Findings The Fleet Operations Coordinator position is currently aligned with the BOCC's 55th percentile market objective, and no adjustment is recommended. The Parts Specialist position falls below the market target and requires adjustment to improve external competitiveness and internal equity. Fleet Operations Coordinator • Current Grade: 122 • Position Level: Associate degree and four years of Fleet Management • Market Finding: Approximately at the 55th percentile Analysis: At the first step of the Lewis County Master Salary Schedule, the position is approximately 5% below market. However, based on the qualifications typically required, initial placement commonly occurs above the first step. The midrange salary is approximately 1.1% above the 55th percentile, while the top step is 6.2% above market. Based on this analysis, the position is appropriately aligned with the County's compensation target. Parts Specialist • Current Grade: 116 • Position Level: Stand-alone position, low entry requirements • Market Finding: Below 55th percentile at current grade Analysis: Reclassifying the position from Grade 116 to Grade 117 would place the entry step approximately 5.8% below market, while aligning the midrange and top steps at or above the 55th percentile. As with similar classifications, initial placement would typically occur above the first step based on qualifications and experience. Recommendations / Conclusion To align with the BOCC's compensation philosophy of targeting the 55th percentile of the market, the following adjustments are recommended: I Position I Current Recommended IRatlonale I Grade Grade Fleet Operations EJINoChange I Current grade aligns with market Coordinator Parts Specialist EJl117 I Aligns with 55th percentile at mid- range Page 2 of3 These adjustments: • Address identified market misalignment • Support recruitment and retention • Maintain internal equity • Align compensation with the BOCC's market benchmark Overall, these recommendations bring the Parts Specialist classification into closer alignment with comparable market positions while maintaining internal consistency within the salary structure. Page 3 of3 PUBLIC WORKS -PROPOSED PARTS SPECIALIST RECLASS 2026 budgeted 2026 Proposed Positions 2026 Proposed 2026 Proposed Employee Current Positions FTE Grade Step Budgeted Total FTE Grade Step Salary& Salary& (2026) Salary Benefits (2026) Benefits Benefits Total Benjamin Sabin Parts Specialist (1574001) 1.0 116 9 61,656.00 35,290.00 96,946.00 Parts Specialist (1574001) 1.0 117 9 64,306.00 35,648.00 99,954.00 $ 61,656.00 $ 35,290.00 $ 64,306.00 $ 35,648.00 Total Estimated 2026 Proposed Salary & Benefits Change $ 3,008.00 Hr $24.33 $24.94 $25.56 S26.20 $26.86 S27.52 $28.21 $28.92 $29.64 $30.38 $31.14 $31.92 $32.71 PayPr 2,108.85 2,161.50 2,215.16 2,270.86 2,327.59 2,385.40 2,445.20 2,506.09 2,569.02 2,633.01 2,699.03 2,766.11 2,835.19 116 Month 4,217.70 4,323.00 4,430.32 4,541.72 4,655.18 4,770.80 4,890.40 5,012.18 5,138.04 5,266.02 5,398.06 5,532.22 5,670.38 Annual 50,612.40 51,876.00 53,163.84 54,500.64 55,862.16 57,249.60 58,684.80 60,146.16 61,656.48 63,192.24 64,776.72 66,386.64 68,044.56 Hr $25.38 $26.01 $26.67 S27.33 $28.01 S28.71 $29.43 $30.17 $30.92 $31.69 S32.49 $33.30 $34.13 PayPr 2,199.68 2,254.35 2,311.08 2,368.89 2,427.65 2,488.57 2,550.48 2,614.41 2,679.44 2,746.49 2,815.60 2,885.80 2,958.00 117 Month 4,399.36 4,508.70 4.622.16 4.737.78 4,855.30 4,977.14 5,100.96 5.228.82 5,358.88 5,492.98 5,631.20 5,771.60 5,916.00 Annual 52,792.32 54,104.40 55,465.92 56,853.36 58,263.60 59,725.68 61,211.52 62,745.84 64,306.56 65,915.76 67,574.40 69,259.20 70,992.00 Hr $26.49 $27.15 $27.83 S28.52 $29.24 S29.96 $30.71 $31.49 $32.27 $33.08 S33.90 $34.75 S35.62 PayPr 2,295.61 2,353.41 2,412.17 2,472.07 2,533.95 2,596.90 2,661.88 2,728.96 2,797.04 2,867.19 2,938.36 3,011.64 3,086.97 218 Month 4,591.22 4,706.82 4,824.34 4,944.14 5,067.90 5,193.80 5,323.76 5,457.92 5,594.08 5,734.38 5,876.72 6,023.28 6,173.94 Annual 55,094.64 56,481.84 57,892.08 59•,329.68 60,814.80 62,325.60 63,885.12 65,495.04 67,128.96 68,812.56 70,520.64 72,279.36 74,087.28 Hr $27.65 $28.34 $29.06 S29.78 $30.53 $31.30 $32.08 $32.88 $33.70 $34.55 S35.42 $36.30 $37.20 PayPr 2,396.70 2,456.59 2,518.47 2,581.42 2,646.41 2,712.43 2,780.54 2,849.67 2,920.87 2,994.11 3,069.42 3,145.77 3,224.18 119 Month 4,793.40 4,913.18 5,036.94 5,162.84 5,292.82 5,424.86 5,561.08 5,699.34 5,841.74 5,988.22 6,138.84 6.291.54 6,448.36 Annual 57,520.80 58,958.16 60,443.28 61,954.08 63,513.84 65,098.32 66,732.96 68,392.08 70,100.88 71,858.64 73,666.08 75,498.48 77,380.32 Minimum salary for exempt status is shaded. Applies to: Non-represented; AFSCME, Association of DPAs and Teamsters: Juvenile Detention, Juvenile Probation and Clerical, Sheriff Support Staff, Assessor's, Combined, PAO Clerical, Supervisors Lewis County 2026 Master Salary Schedule ' I It • ,i . ) • .u ' s . ' ~ ) , '° • N 'o ii) N • -• .... • ... . C. ' <C ' 'tJ • a, • ell in·""' ■ > • a, J 0:::: ~ (I) !II:: -e-~ a:: ~ 0 .:;, • 8 CL) (.,) c; -.J ~ £0 .=3: :::, ... Q.