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HR staff outlines longevity study, turnover trends and new intern cohort
Summary
At the May 14 Civil Service Merit Board meeting, HR staff described a planned longevity study if the city budget passes, reviewed turnover statistics showing the majority of separations occur within four years, and previewed an internship program of 19 placements for the summer.
An HR staff member told the Civil Service Merit Board on May 14 that the city requested funds in the fiscal budget to perform a longevity study and that, if the budget is approved, the study will begin July 1.
The presenter described the current longevity pay practice and questioned whether it is an effective retention tool. “Once you've been here ... 4 years, then you get a hundred and $20 per year up to 20 years, which equates to $2,400,” the HR staff member…
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