Public Sector Employment
/ˈpʌblɪk ˈsɛktər ɛmˈplɔɪmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The condition or status of being employed by a government or its agencies in carrying out public functions.
Public sector employment often includes jobs in education, law enforcement, and municipal administration.
Forms
- public sector employment
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Commentary
Focuses on legal and administrative aspects distinguishing public sector roles from private sector jobs; often governed by distinct statutes and regulations.
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