The Clinton County Personnel Department is an essential part of the Clinton County government, responsible for overseeing human resources functions and civil service administration within the county. As a governmental office, it ensures compliance with New York State Civil Service Law by managing recruitment, examinations, and appointments for county and local municipal positions. The department plays a vital role in maintaining a merit-based hiring system to ensure transparency, fairness, and equal opportunity in public employment. It serves a diverse group of agencies including towns, villages, school districts, and special districts across Clinton County.

A unique feature of the department is its commitment to supporting job seekers and municipal departments alike by offering guidance on civil service rules and employment best practices. It regularly updates civil service job listings and examination postings to keep the community informed of opportunities in local government. By fostering a qualified and professional public workforce, the Clinton County Personnel Department supports the delivery of high-quality government services to the area’s residents.

Key Services:

– Civil service exam administration and scheduling
– Job postings and vacancy announcements for county and local municipal positions
– Recruitment guidance and applicant screening for public sector roles
– Certification and appointment processing
– Maintenance of eligible lists and employment records
– Advising departments on civil service law and regulations
– Classification and reclassification of public sector jobs
– Personnel policy enforcement and administration