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Civil Service Commission reports hiring and testing activity; board receives report

Woodbury County Board of Supervisors · January 28, 2026

Summary

The Civil Service Commission reported 12 applicants for new hires over the past year, five tests administered, seven lateral requests and zero grievances; the board voted to receive the commission's report.

Lloyd Trout presented the Civil Service Commission annual activity report, saying the commission handled testing and certification for new hires and promotions over the prior year.

Trout said the commission saw 12 applicants for new hire lists, five tests administered, seven lateral applicants, five applicants on the new‑hire list, six promotional tests for lieutenant and nine for sergeant, and zero grievances filed alleging civil service violations. He thanked Josh Whitman for legal assistance on testing procedures and noted the commission has started its 2026 activity.

The board voted to receive the commission's packet and materials by unanimous vote. No further action was taken at the meeting.

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