When someone is choosing a person for a job in the public service, they must pick the person who is best for the job. You can see how this rule has changed over time by looking at the Public Service Act 1988. The person in charge, like a chief executive or board, must make their decision based on who is most suited to the position.
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71: Appointments subject to review, or
"Some public service jobs can be changed after a review, even if you've already been appointed"
73: Chief executive of department and board of an interdepartmental venture to be good employer, or
"Government bosses must be fair and good to their employees"
When making an appointment under this Act, a chief executive or board must give preference to the person who is best suited to the position.
