The bill amends Section 45-51A-32.113 of the Code of Alabama 1975, establishing a countywide personnel system for Montgomery County and its municipalities with populations of 5,000 or more. It specifies that certain municipal employees will be classified as members of the exempt service of their respective municipalities. Key changes include the replacement of the term "elective" with "elected" for officials, and "appointive" with "appointed" for officers. Additionally, the bill clarifies the exemptions from the personnel system, including various officials, board members, and employees of the education system, while also detailing the roles of specific municipal positions such as the chief of staff, chief financial officer, and others.

The bill further stipulates that individuals appointed to certain positions by the mayor must meet minimum qualifications set by the personnel board, and their compensation will be determined through a pay and classification study. It also allows for individuals removed from these positions to return to the competitive or classified service under specific conditions. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45-51A-32
Enrolled: 45-51A-32