The Onondaga County Personnel Department is a key division within the Onondaga County government dedicated to providing comprehensive human resources and civil service administration for county departments, towns, villages, school districts, and special districts within the region. As a central HR entity for local government operations, the department ensures compliance with New York State Civil Service Law while promoting merit-based hiring and employment practices. It administers a broad range of civil service exams, manages job classifications, and certifies eligibility lists for public sector employment.

The department plays a vital role in recruiting, developing, and retaining qualified candidates to support responsive and efficient local governance. They are committed to equal employment opportunity and maintaining transparency and fairness in public hiring processes. Their services are critical to maintaining operational excellence across state-affiliated agencies and institutions within Onondaga County. The department often partners with municipal leaders and HR professionals to develop best practices and continually improve public sector workforce management.

Key Services:

– Administration of civil service exams for public employment
– Job classification and position analysis for local government roles
– Maintenance of eligible hiring lists for public sector vacancies
– Guidance and compliance oversight with NYS Civil Service Law
– Recruitment and staffing support for municipal departments and school districts
– Equal opportunity employment oversight and consultation
– Personnel policy development and implementation for county agencies
– Training and support services for HR departments within local governments