SEATTLE PORT COMMISSION MOTION 
ADOPTING THE 
TOTAL REWARDS PHILOSOPHY 
June 25, 2013 

Statement in Support of the Motion 
A clearly defined and communicated Total Rewards Philosophy assists an organization in retaining,
attracting and engaging employees with the talents necessary to achieve its goals and objectives.
The Port's Total Rewards Philosophy also provides guidance in holistically managing and
administering Total Rewards and helps employees understand the entirety of the package available
to them because of their employment relationship with the Port.
Total Rewards includes everything of value that employees and their families receive and have
available to them as a result of their contribution to the Port's mission. The Total Rewards package 
is comprised of plans and programs in five categories: 
Pay  the cash employees receive in exchange for the work they perform. 
Benefits  the plans and programs that enhance employee well-being. 
Learning and Development  opportunities for employees to expand their experience,
knowledge, skills and adaptability in a constantly changing work environment; opportunities
may be formal or informal, required or voluntary, Port/profession-specific, or more broadly
based. 
Recognition  acknowledgement of employee contributions, commitment and efforts toward
Port endeavors and achievements; may be individual or team-based, formal or informal,
tangible or intangible. 
The Port Experience  programs and activities that recognize Port employees' passion,
creativity and motivation; are reflective of the Port mission and values, and create pride in
working for an organization that honors individuality and diversity of employees and the
surrounding community. 

Motion 
The PORT OF SEATTLE COMMISSION hereby adopts the Total Rewards Philosophy, which
includes: 
Overarching Principles that apply to all aspects of Total Rewards. 
Core Principles that apply to elements of Total Rewards unique to each category. 
Overarching Principles 
Mission, Values and Strategy  Total Rewards must reflect and support the Port's mission,
values and long-term business strategy, nurture our unique culture and grow our business. 
Employees  Total Rewards must support employees performing their best, as well as their
growth and well-being.

Sustainability  Total Rewards must be managed in a fiscally responsible way that is sustainable
over time, and Total Rewards decisions must recognize the financial impact on our organization,
customers and community. 
Inclusiveness  Total Rewards must be applied fairly and consistently among all employees to
support one organization working to accomplish overall Port goals. 
Core Principles 
Pay 
Pay should be at market average. 
Pay increases should be market competitive. 
Similar pay for similar work is important. 
Benefits 
The total benefits package should be slightly better than market average. 
Benefits offerings should provide choices to meet diverse employee needs at different life
stages. 
Employees should take an active role in understanding and utilizing their benefits responsibly. 
The benefits package should provide at least a minimum level of financial security in the event
of a disability. 
Employees should share in the cost of their healthcare. 
Learning and Development 
Employees should have access to a range of learning and development activities to increase
their capability to serve the Port's needs. 
Employees and the Port share responsibility for employee development. 
Employees should receive regular performance feedback. 
Employees should have written development plans that are reviewed at least annually. 
Leaders should model their support for learning and development through their own
development activities. 
Recognition 
Employee and team accomplishments should be regularly recognized. 
Recognition should be meaningful to those being recognized. 
Employee tenure should be recognized. 
Retiree contributions to the Port should be acknowledged. 
Port Experience 
The Port values the varied perspectives and ideas that come from a diverse workforce. 
The Port offers programs and activities that promote health, safety and preparedness on and off
the job. 
The Port recognizes our unique position as an entrepreneurial enterprise within a public sector
environment. 
The Port recognizes that work-life balance is important for employees and the organization. 
Working at the Port provides opportunities for both public and community service.