The Civil Service Commission is responsible for administering the testing process for entry-level, lateral-level and promotional classified service positions within the Battle Ground Police Department. Further, the Commission's duties include:
- adoption of rules for regulation of classified service
- appointment of a secretary/examiner
- maintenance of Civil Service Commission minutes
- preparation of candidate lists
- hearing and determination of appeals
- investigation and reporting of matters relating to enforcement of Civil Service matters
Classified service positions include Police Sergeant, Police Officer, Community Service Officer / Bailiff, Police Records Supervisor, and Police Records Clerk. Current classified service positions that are open are the following
The Civil Service Commissioners are appointed by the City Manager, pursuant to RCW 41.12.030, and have a term of office of six years. The Commission meets monthly, unless otherwise noted on the
Events Calendar, on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the City of Battle Ground Council Chambers, 109 SW 1st Street, Battle Ground, Washington. The Commission may meet more frequently, as deemed necessary by the Commission.
