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Civil Service Commission approves conditional special appointment for Ryan Sayers
Summary
The Amherst Civil Service Commission voted 2–0 on April 13, 2026, to approve a conditional special appointment for Ryan Sayers as a patrol officer, citing his 16 years of law enforcement experience and local ties; the commission said a second vacancy remains under review.
The Civil Service Commission voted 2–0 on April 13, 2026, to approve a conditional special appointment for Ryan Sayers for the position of patrol officer. A commission member moved to accept Sayers "with a special appointment," and the motion was seconded; the chair recorded the motion as passing 2 to 0.
A presenter told the commission that Sayers has "over 16 years of law enforcement experience," and has served at multiple ranks short of chief, including patrolman, sergeant, lieutenant and captain. The presenter also said Sayers has Amherst ties and that one of his children still attends Amherst High School. The presenter said screening for the hire is complete to this point, including required pre‑hire questionnaires (PHQ).
The commission approved the initial offer so staff can proceed with the conditional appointment process. The presenter and commissioners noted the hire addresses an immediate vacancy; the commission continues to process candidates for a second open position.
