HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 26-08 Fire Department Compensation Step PlanTOWN OF WESTLAKE
RESOLUTION NO. 26-08
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
WESTLAKE, TEXAS, APPROVING A FIRE DEPARTMENT
COMPENSATION STEP PLAN; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS,the Town of Westlake Fire Department provides essential emergency
response and life-safety services to the residents and businesses of the Town; and
WHEREAS,the Town has experienced increasing challenges recruiting and retaining
certified firefighter/paramedics due to a highly competitive regional labor market; and
WHEREAS,the Town conducted a compensation analysis comparing firefighter salaries
among comparable North Texas fire departments; and
WHEREAS,the analysis indicates that positioning firefighter compensation near the 80th
percentile of the regional labor market will improve recruitment and retention of qualified
personnel; and
WHEREAS,staff has recommended adoption of a structured compensation step plan for
Fire Department personnel including Firefighter/EMT-B, Firefighter/Paramedic, Driver/Engineer,
and Captain classifications.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
WESTLAKE:
SECTION 1: That all matters stated in the recitals hereinabove are found to be true and
correct and are incorporated herein by reference as if copied in their entirety.
SECTION 2:The Town Council hereby approves the Fire Department Compensation Step
Plan attached as “Exhibit A”.
SECTION 3:The step plan shall position Fire Department salaries at approximately the
80th percentile of the regional fire service labor market.
SECTION 4: The compensation adjustments authorized by this resolution shall become
effective May 4, 2026, as directed by the Town Council, with employees placed within the step
structure based on tenure in their assigned rank.
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SECTION 5:The Town Manager is authorized to take all administrative actions necessary
to implement the compensation plan.
PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS 24th Day of March 2026.
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Kim Greaves, Mayor
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Wade Carroll, Town Manager
ATTEST:
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Dianna Buchanan,Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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, Town Attorney
Town of Westlake Fire Department
Compensation Step Plan
Compensation Structure
The step plan provides defined salary progression based on rank and experience. Advancement
through steps is subject to Town policies, performance standards, and applicable departmental
criteria.
Firefighter / EMT-B
Step Annual Salary
Step 1 $77,150
Step 2 $81,000
Firefighter / Paramedic
Step Annual Salary
Step 1 $85,054
Step 2 $89,642
Step 3 $94,477
Step 4 $99,574
Step 5 $104,945
Engineer
Step Annual Salary
Step 1 $106,478
Step 2 $111,563
Step 3 $116,890
Step 4 $122,472
Captain
Step Annual Salary
Step 1 $124,199
Step 2 $130,430
Step 3 $136,973
Step 4 $143,845
Resolution 26-08 Approved 3.24.26 Exhibit A
Town of Westlake
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Resolution 26-08 Approved 3.24.26 Exhibit A
Town of Westlake Fire Dept. Comp. Step Plan 05.2026 Page 2
Administration and Implementation
• Placement within the step plan will be determined based on qualifications, certifications, and
experience, as approved by the Town Manager or designee.
• Movement between steps is not automatic and is subject to budget approval, performance,
and departmental recommendations.
• This plan may be amended as necessary to maintain market competitiveness and
organizational needs.
Annual Review and Budget Approval
The Fire Department Compensation Step Plan shall be reviewed
as part of the Town’s budget development process. Any adjustments to the step plan,
including salary ranges or step progression, are subject to available funding and approval
through the annual budget adoption process.
Nothing in this plan guarantees automatic salary increases or step advancements. All
compensation actions remain subject to Town policy, performance considerations, and approval
by the Town Manager and/or Town Council, as applicable.