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This page provides an overview of current contractual professional services for the Civil Service Commission, including listings for Hearing Examiners and Court Reporters.
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Civil Service positions are divided into Promotional and Original Entrance announcements.
The Classification and Compensation Division administers the uniform pay plan in keeping with the requirements of Article X of the Louisiana Constitution. This Division is also tasked with recommending new pay mechanisms designed to recruit and retain well qualified employees.
The Civil Service Department and Commission are constitutionally created entities that work together to manage and oversee the personnel function in New Orleans' city government. The Civil Service Department is responsible for the administration of human resources, while the Civil Service Commission serves as the policy-making body exercising oversight of the department's activities.
Civil Service Department's hiring processes, featuring interactive dashboards that showcase application trends, recruitment metrics, and a commitment to transparency in municipal employment.
The Management Services Division oversees managing formal appeal procedures sought by civil service employees regarding disputes on qualification status for hiring, promotions or continued tenure.
The Employment Division plays an indispensable role identifying and onboarding civil service talent to support 100+ City of New Orleans agencies' delivery of vital public services.
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