What is the Missouri Merit System?

The Missouri Merit System is based on the principles of merit and fitness derived from competitive examinations for employment and advancement, objective and consistent human resource management policies and procedures and the ability of employees to appeal disciplinary actions. The Merit System is designed to provide for recruitment and retention of a qualified work force in order to achieve a more efficient public service.

About 34,000 state employees in six state departments and sections of three others comprise the Missouri Merit System.

Click here to view the agencies that comprise the Missouri Merit System.