A merit based civil service system is a vital component of a healthy, democratic government, yet state and local civil service protections are increasingly coming under attack. Click on a section below to access information and resources addressing the changing landscape of civil service.
Preparing for Layoffs & Furloughs
As state and local governments are facing less federal support, they may turn to layoffs and furloughs to help balance their budgets. Use these resources to help you prepare to navigate these waters.
Reviewing Proposed Civil Service Changes
State and local government can propose changes to civil service rules affecting a broad range of government employment including hiring, layoffs, promotion and due process rights of employees. Use these downloadable resources to help you review proposed changes, understand their intent and reconcile them with your collective bargaining agreements.
Providing Career Transition Resources
Contact Us – We Want to Hear from You!
Once you explore the tools in this section, reach out to the Job Training and Development Center at research@afscme.org to strategize on active proposals, share your experiences protecting the civil service and offer your feedback on the resources in this section.