# Iowa Code § 341A.3: Combined civil service system

> Iowa · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.3

## Section

- **Citation:** Iowa Code § 341A.3
- **Heading:** Combined civil service system
- **Jurisdiction:** Iowa
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** IA Code / Title IX / Chapter 341A / Section 341A.3

## Text

(1) Any combination of counties in this state may, by resolution of the boards of supervisors in each county, establish a combined civil service system to serve such counties. The specific terms of the agreement regarding the operation of the combined civil service system, including the appointment of qualified commissioners, and any other matters pertinent to the operation of such system shall be contained in the resolutions adopted by the respective boards of supervisors of the participating counties. Counties participating in a combined civil service system need not be contiguous.

(2) Appointment of commissioners in combined counties shall be by joint meeting of the boards of supervisors and county attorneys, respectively. Each group meeting jointly shall appoint one commissioner whose term shall be six years, except that initial terms shall be as provided in section 341A.2.

[C75, 77, 79, 81, §341A.3]2000 Acts, ch 1057, §4; 2021 Acts, ch 76, §150

## Nearby sections

- [Iowa Code § 341A.1 Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.1.md)
- [Iowa Code § 341A.2 Civil service commission.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.2.md)
- [Iowa Code § 341A.3 Combined civil service system.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.3.md)
- [Iowa Code § 341A.4 Statutory authority.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.4.md)
- [Iowa Code § 341A.5 Organization.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.5.md)
- [Iowa Code § 341A.6 Powers and duties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.6.md)
- [Iowa Code § 341A.6A Veteran eligibility.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.6A.md)
- [Iowa Code § 341A.7 Classifications.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.7.md)
- [Iowa Code § 341A.8 Bases of appointments and promotions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.8.md)
- [Iowa Code § 341A.9 Appointment as of effective date.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.9.md)
- [Iowa Code § 341A.10 Citizenship.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.10.md)
- [Iowa Code § 341A.11 Probationary period — permanent status.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.11.md)
- [Iowa Code § 341A.12 Discipline — hearing — appeals.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.12.md)
- [Iowa Code § 341A.13 Vacant positions filled.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIX_C341A_S341A.13.md)

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