Question 18: Administrative Organization

Official ballot wording

Should the First Deputy of the Department of Human Resources be exempt from civil service provisions, like similar roles in other City departments?

Official explanation

Present situation: The First Deputy of the Department of Human Resources is a civil service employee. They also represent the City in negotiations with unions over civil service salaries, benefits, and privileges. In all other counties in the State, the same position is exempt from the civil service, as are first deputies in other city departments in the City and County of Honolulu. If proposal passes: The position of First Deputy of the Department of Human Resources will become an appointed position exempt from the civil service. This will make the position consistent with other counties and City departments effective January 1, 2027.

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Originating legislation or resolution

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