What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Service Commissioner position at City of Tumwater?
The City of Tumwater
The livable town with open minds, vibrant people and healthy neighborhoods
The City of Tumwater is located at the base of the Deschutes River, where the water cascades to its final destination at the southern tip of Puget Sound. The rugged Olympic Mountains rise in the distance and Mount Rainier seems close enough to touch on a clear day.
The vibrant mix of community-minded people and prosperous natural resources make Tumwater rich in history, community and opportunity. Tumwater is placed in the ancestral lands of the Coastal Salish peoples and near the homes of the Nisqually and Squaxin tribes. The modern City was settled by founders George and Isabelle Bush and Michael and Elizabeth Simmons.
Our vision is to create a future that is people-oriented and highly livable, with a strong economy, dynamic places, vibrant neighborhoods, a healthy natural environment, diverse and engaged residents, and with a living connection to its history. Check out our city's vision, mission and beliefs.
Safe neighborhoods, quality schools, and a sense of community pride make Tumwater a great place to live, work, and play.
The Opportunity:The City is seeking applications for one Civil Service Commissioner position.
The City of Tumwater encourages citizen participation in local governmental functions through a variety of avenues. Citizen advisory boards, commissions and committee represent an effective forum for individual participation.
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION (TMC 2.68) (RCW 41.08, 41.12)The Tumwater Civil Service Commission consists of three-members; established by state statute, to administer civil service law, which covers all full-time positions in the police and fire departments except those designated as support. Powers and duties of the Commission include establishment and administration of rules and regulations in compliance with state law, and governing recruitment, testing, appointments, disciplinary actions, appeals and hearings. The major activity of the Commission relates to the administration of rules and examinations. Commissioners are required to have been residents of the City for a period of at least three years immediately preceding appointment. Commissioners serve for a term of six-years and are appointed by the Mayor. Monthly meetings are held as required by statute, with special meetings as necessary. The Administrative Services Director acts as Secretary and Chief Examiner.
As openings occur, the Mayor’s office will normally contact those individuals for whom information is on file. Generally, a meeting will be scheduled between the Mayor and applicant to discuss the responsibilities, time requirements and other related details concerning the proposed appointment.
Powers and duties of the Commission include establishment and administration of Civil Service Rules and regulations in compliance with State law, and governing recruitment, testing, appointments, disciplinary actions, appeals and hearings. The major activity of the Commission relates to the administration of rules and examinations. Commissioners are required to have been residents of the City for a period of at least three years immediately preceding appointment.
A civil service commission shall be composed of three members, who shall be appointed by the mayor.
Meetings are held the second Thursday of every month at 5:30 pm.
