Appointment Framework - Overview

Under the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA), the Public Service Commission (PSC) has the authority to make appointments to and within the public service. While the PSC delegates many of its appointment authorities, the Act provides that these be delegated to deputy heads.

The PSC has developed an appointment framework with three components:

• Appointment Policy
• Delegation
• Accountability

This framework will guide deputy heads in building their own staffing systems adapted to their needs and in ensuring that they respect legislative requirements and core values.