Fair market compensation is a factor of many variables.
Compensation starts with the appropriate classification of the position.
The Department may have other information that may impact the classification of a position. When creating a position or revising an existing position the minimum training and experience necessary to perform the duties satisfactorily is established. This along with any required skills and licenses are determined prior to seeking to fill the position. The first step in determining the appropriate salary is to establish a hiring rate for the position within the appropriate pay band. Generally, the least experienced new hires would be expected to start near the minimum of the pay band for their job.