This department is responsible for the state-wide implementation of personnel policies and initiates and monitors legislation affecting state employees and government operations relevant to human resource programs. Administrative Services - The Administrative Services division provides support services to the department including purchasing, accounts payable, budget preparation and implementation, payroll, employee counseling regarding payroll deductions, messenger services and facilities management. Applicant Services - The Applicant Services division administers career service employment examinations and provides information to applicants regarding employment and promotional opportunities. Most jobs available with the state are covered by the career service which is a merit system of employment based on an applicant's qualifications. The majority of examinations consists of a rating of education and experience.
Some examinations comprise a written or computer administered test.
Examinations are administered on a continuous basis for most of the more than 1,200 career service job classifications. This division reviews and maintains data on salaries and benefits of private sector employees as well as those for other Southeast states. This data is used by staff in the division to assist in making recommendations for the salary administration policy and for adjustment's in the state's compensation structure. Employee Development offers a variety of training and development opportunities to all departments and agencies of Tennessee State Government. This includes comprehensive management, supervisory, clerical, personal growth, team building and professional development opportunities.