Civil Service Secretary/Chief Examiner

Description

The City of Pullman Civil Service Commission is currently recruiting for an independent contractor for the Secretary and Chief Examiner. The salary range position is $400.00-$600.00 monthly.

The Civil Service Commission Secretary and Chief Examiner performs all responsible supervisory and professional functions necessary for the administration and direction of the City Civil Service Commission in accordance with the Civil Service Rules and Regulations and provisions of state law relating to civil service. Acts independently. This position reports to and takes direction from the Civil Service Commission.

Minimum Qualifications

• AA or BA in business, psychology, social sciences, paralegal, human resources, or a related field, or three years of relevant experience.
• The secretary and chief examiner shall be a properly qualified citizen of the city.
  
  

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Evaluates and/or supervises the evaluation of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications; determines which examinations will be conducted, the subjects to be covered in each examination, and the relative weights to be given to each portion of the examination, subject to approval of the Commission.
• Supervises the conduct of all examination(s), appointing such experts, special examiners, or proctors as needed.
• In coordination with the appropriate Police or Fire Chief, decides all questions relating to the eligibility of applicants, the admissibility of applicants to the examinations, extension of time, and all questions arising during an examination.
• Recommends certification of successful candidates to the appropriate eligibility list, subject to approval of the Commission.
• Performs all other functions necessary for the proper carrying out of these rules and provisions of law relating to the Civil Service System, and such additional duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Commission.
• Attends all Commission meetings and records the votes taken, causes the minutes to be prepared and presented, refers proposed minimum qualifications and other examination related matters to the Commission for consideration and approval.
• Uses technology systems to communicate with others and to perform and manage work.
• Works an unpredictable schedule that may include up to eight hours or more in a single day.
• Meets deadlines regardless of time pressure and stressful circumstances.
  
  

Follows the Commission’s specific directives. Maintains reliable and regular attendance and is readily available to the Commission, police, fire, and other city officials. Protects privileged and confidential information. Complies with all Commission policies, administrative and court rules, and state ethics laws. Communicates individually and to small and large groups clearly, concisely, timely, and effectively, both orally and in writing. Works cooperatively/collaboratively with others.

Applicants must apply through the City of Pullman's Career Portal found at:

https://www.pullman-wa.gov/services/human_resources/career_portal.php

The job posting will remain open until filled.