Civil Service Commission

Meetings

• Monthly
• View the Public Meetings Calendar for dates and times
• Click here to view the latest meeting agendas
• Contact the Civil Service Department with any questions at 330-489-3360

Membership Requirements

No more than two commissioners may be of the same political party. Members must reside, own property, own a business, or work within the city.

Appointment Process

Members are appointed by the Mayor. Council confirmation is not required.

Purpose/Duties

The Commission prescribes, amends, and enforces rules for the classification of positions in the civil service of the city, city schools, and city health districts. The rules apply to appointments, promotions, removals, transfers, layoffs, suspensions, reductions, and reinstatements of all the above positions. The Commission also creates and enforces rules to ensure the standardization of these positions and maintain efficiency in them. To learn about the official Civil Service Rules click here. To learn more about the Civil Service Department and current job openings, visit the Civil Service (City Jobs) webpage.

The Commission makes reports at least once a year on the manner in which the rules have been and are being administered and the results of their administration.

Term Length

Six years

Compensation

Uncompensated.

Authorization

Ohio Revised Code 124.40