The Civil Service Commission consists of three community members appointed by the Mayor for six year terms. The Commission is responsible for overseeing the civil service system established in the Rules and Regulations of the Civil Service Commission which are authorized by Chapter 12 of the City of Grand Island City Code. The Civil Service Commission shall adopt, amend, and enforce rules and regulations providing for the appointment and employment of all positions within the City of Grand Island's public safety classification system. The Commission is responsible for certifying all entrance and promotional/eligibility lists.

The Civil Service Commission meets as needed in the Legal Library at City Hall, 100 E. First Street, Grand Island, NE 68801 for regular business. Notices of meetings are published in the local newspaper.  The Human Resources Director serves as the recording secretary for the Civil Service Commission.

Current membership of the Civil Service Commission is as follows:

       Paul Leeper - Chairman

       Steve Lamken

        Alan Joos 

Text of rules governing the conduct of hearings and hearing procedures are available here:

     Nebraska State Statutes - Chapter 19

    Chapter 12 City Code

    Civil Service Rules and Regulations