The City of Marshalltown is seeking volunteer applicants for an opening on the Civil Service Commission, term ending March 31, 2027.

In the State of Iowa, all cities with populations greater than 8,000 are required to have a Civil Service Commission. The Commission approves hiring and promotional processes and ultimately a hiring or promotional list, which is then received by the City Council. The Civil Service Commission also hears appeals of disciplinary actions of civil service employees and functions as a judicial body for this review.

This commission consists of three members who are citizens of Iowa and Marshalltown and are eligible electors. Regular terms are four-years. Civil Service Commissioners are required to have no financial relationships with the City of Marshalltown unless awarded by competitive bid. This commission meets on an as-needed basis, typically at noon on a weekday. The Civil Service Commission Procedures and Policies can be found at: www.marshalltown-ia.gov/DocumentCenter/View/753/Civil-Service-Commission-Rules-PDF.

Any interested volunteers can complete an application at: www.marshalltown-ia.gov/FormCenter/Boards-Commissions-6/Application-for-Appointment-to-Boards-an-44. Applications are due by 10 a.m. on July 8. for questions, contact Jill Petermeier, jpetermeier@marshalltown-ia.gov, 641-754-5704.