Exemption of Constitutional Policing Administrator from Civil Service

Original title: Subject: Amendment To Ordinance No. 12187 C.M.S (The Salary Ordinance) For Various Classifications And Exemptions From: Human Resources Management Department Recommendation: Adopt The Following Pieces Of Legislation: 1) A Resolution Recommending To The Civil Service Board The Exemption Of The Classification Of Constitutional Policing Administrator From The Operation Of Civil Service; And

Record date · April 14, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Oakland City Council has passed a resolution to recommend that the Board exempt the 'Constitutional Policing Administrator' position from standard civil service rules.

Why it matters

This change removes the Constitutional Policing Administrator role from the standard protections and hiring processes, which alters how this specific position is managed by the city.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Constitutional Policing Administrator

The employment status and regulatory oversight of this position change due to the removal from civil service protections.

Directly affected

Civil Service Board

The board is tasked with reviewing and acting upon the City Council's recommendation for the exemption.

Key Facts

The Oakland City Council passed a resolution recommending the exemption of the 'Constitutional Policing Administrator' classification from civil service operations.
The recommendation is directed to the Civil Service Board for final action.
The legislation is filed under number 26-0470.
The proposal originated from the Human Resources Management Department.

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The action was taken during a Special Concurrent Meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency and the City Council.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for a position to be exempt from civil service?

means the position is no longer subject to the standard rules, which typically govern hiring, promotion, and disciplinary procedures for city employees.

Does this resolution immediately change the status of the position?

No, the resolution is a recommendation to the Board, which must act on the request.

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