Rules staff are responsible for developing, maintaining, interpreting, and advising on the use of the civil service rules (Title 357 WAC) adopted by OFM State HR. We strive to make our rules concise, legally sound, and responsive to our clients.

Search and view civil service rules (Title 357 WAC)

The civil service rules apply to all non-represented employees and employers under the jurisdiction of Chapter 41.06 RCW except those positions or employees exempted under the provisions of Chapter 357-04 WAC. 

Rule-making process 

• How rule-making works
• Common rule-making terms
• Rules review meeting information and agenda

Rules under development

Recently adopted rules (past 12 months)

Initiative 1433

• Emergency rules effective January 1, 2018
• Permanent rules effective March 16, 2018

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) 

• Pending due to recent Texas ruling
• FLSA Q&A
• Sample language
• Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division

Step M

• Step M Q&A for represented employees
• Step M Q&A for non-represented employees
• Step M and Step U Q&A for HR and payroll staff

Helpful tools

• Civil service rules requiring OFM approval
• Transition guide for exempt employees (Word file)
  • Case summaries
• Guidance on seniority dates for non-represented employees (Word file)
• RCW, WAC and executive order reference sheet
• Y-rate information
• Rules Q&A