About Us
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) serves as a quasi-judicial body, providing fair and impartial hearings of alleged violations of the City's personnel system. Employees may file appeals with the Commission regarding all final disciplinary actions and alleged violations of the Personnel Ordinance, as well as its related rules and policies. The Commission may issue orders to remedy violations and may also make recommendations to the Mayor and City Council regarding the administration of the personnel system. In addition, the Commission investigates allegations of political patronage to ensure the City's hiring practices are established and carried out in accordance with the merit principles set forth in the City Charter.
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Who We Are
The CSC is an independent body charged with the oversight of the non-public safety civil service system, authorized by the Seattle City Charter.
The CSC is comprised of three commissioners that can serve multiple three-year terms. The Mayor and the City Council each appoint one commissioner, and the third commissioner is elected by the members of the civil service (City employees).