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Employee & Labor Relations

A Resource for County of San Mateo Employees, Supervisors, and Managers

A. Why are positions unclassified?

Classified, Employee Relations Handbook, unclassified

Section 502.b of the County Charter provides that a variety of positions are unclassified to facilitate administration of County functions. Unclassified employees are considered at-will and can be removed from their position at any time and for any non-discriminatory reason that the appointing authority deems appropriate.