Oregon Code § 242.752·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Basis
of appointment and promotion; creation of positions; fixing compensation.
(1) Except as otherwise expressly
provided in ORS 242.702 to 242.824, the appointment and promotion of all
persons to all civil service positions shall be made solely upon merit,
efficiency, and fitness, which shall be ascertained by open competitive examination
and investigation among qualified personnel.
(2) All civil
service positions in the political subdivision shall be created by the
governing body of the political subdivision, and the governing body shall fix
the compensation of all employees employed in civil service positions. In the
creation of each civil service position, and in determining the amount of
compensation thereof, the governing body shall give due consideration to the
recommendation of the civil service commission and the appointing power. [1959
c.252 §25]
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 242.752
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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