Title
The Board of Water Commissioner for the City of Detroit Water and Sewerage Department approves the amended pay grades and salary ranges for nine (9) classifications and authorizes the Director to take such action as may be necessary to accomplish the intent of this vote.
Body
Agenda of May 20, 2026
Item No. 2026-120
TO: The Honorable
Board of Water Commissioners
City of Detroit, Michigan
FROM: Tiffany Jones, Director of Human Resources/Organizational Development
Detroit Water & Sewerage Department
RE: Updated Salary Ranges for pay grades and nine (9) classifications
MOTION
Upon recommendation of Tiffany Jones, Director of Human Resources & Organizational Development, the Board of Water Commissioners for the City of Detroit Water and Sewerage Department approves the amended pay grades and salary ranges for nine (9) classifications and authorizes the Director to take such action as may be necessary to accomplish the intent of this vote.
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION
In accordance with Mayor Mary Sheffield Executive Order (No. 2026-03), DWSD will align with the City of Detroit and implement a new living wage standard for all full-time municipal employees. Effective July 6, 2026, this commitment ensures that every full-time public servant receives a minimum $21.45/hourly (annual salary of $44,616), reinforcing the city's dedication to economic dignity and fair compensation.
The affected pay grades and classifications are listed below.
Pay Grade
Current Range
Amended Range|1010|$38,400 - $53,800
$44,616 - $53,800|1010|$42,200 - $59,000
$45,510 - $59,000
Classification
Current Minimum
Amended Minimum
Customer Service Specialist 1
$38,400.00
$44,616.00
Customer Service Specialist 2
$42,200.00
$45,510.00
Engineering Technician
$42,200.00
$45,510.00
Field Services Coordination Specialist 1
$42,200.00
$45,510.00
Maintenance Technician AFSCME
$42,200.00
$45,510.00
Materials Management Specialist
$38,400.00
$44,616.00
Office Support Specialist 1...
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