The Commissioners Court approved a motion directing the Office of Management and Budget to create a written countywide policy for the new law enforcement salary scale by January 8th, covering hiring, promotions, eligible positions, and requiring audits to ensure equitable implementation.

What it means for you

Law enforcement employees across Harris County agencies will have their pay determined by a formal, audited policy that defines pay structures for new hires, lateral deputies, and supervisors, with biannual audits by Human Resources & Talent and the Auditor's Office.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Garcia, seconded by Commissioner Briones, that the Office of Management and Budget develop and implement a written, countywide policy for the new law enforcement salary scale by the following Court, January 8th. The policy should include the following: clearly define years of service and the lateral Deputy hiring process; explain the pay structure for the hiring and promotion of new supervisors; identify all positions eligible for inclusion on the new pay scale; outline procedures for every applicable scenario related to the pay scale; require an immediate audit, followed by concurrent biannual ongoing audits conducted by Human Resources & Talent and the Auditor’s Office, to ensure that the implementation process remains transparent and consistent and equitable across all the law enforcement agencies. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-1)

How each member voted

4–1, per the official record.