Thursday, February 19, 2026

The Compton Personnel Board approved several key actions at its February 19, 2026 meeting, including certifying eligible lists for six city positions ranging from Payroll Specialist to Accountant 2, and approving multiple temporary and temporary exempt appointments across departments. The board reviewed the city's hiring and examination process, which requires candidates to score at least 70% on written and oral exams. A notable restructuring was approved renaming the Community Improvement department to Public Safety, with the new Public Safety Director serving as a liaison between the city and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. An employee raised concerns about why external candidates were being considered for positions when qualified internal candidates were available. The board also modernized the Business License Inspector job specification, which had not been updated since the 1980s, and created a new Permit Service Supervisor position.