Tjänsteadministration

Tjänsteadministration refers to the administrative handling of official positions within an organization, particularly in the public sector. It covers the creation, description, allocation, and upkeep of a position, including job classification, posting, recruitment, appointment, promotions, rotations, transfers, leaves of absence, and termination. The aim is to ensure staffing aligns with organizational needs while complying with applicable laws and collective agreements.

Key processes include workforce planning, pay and classification systems, advert placement, application handling, and the selection process. Decisions on appointments are documented in personnel records, with attention to transparency and equal opportunities. Digital human resources platforms often support the workflow, from vacancy management to onboarding and offboarding, ensuring traceability and data protection.

Legal and governance context: Tjänsteadministration operates under employment law (arbetsrätt), public sector regulations, and internal rules set by authorities or organizations. In Sweden, public employment rules, transparency requirements, and collective agreements shape how vacancies are announced, how candidates are evaluated, and how appointments are communicated. The process emphasizes fairness, non-discrimination, and compliance with the principle of public access to official information where applicable.

Relation to broader fields: It intersects with human resources management, organizational design, and workforce planning. Effective tjänsteadministration supports recruitment, staff development, performance management, and internal mobility, while contributing to administrative efficiency and trust in public services.

Variations and scope: While the term is common in Swedish public administration, its exact scope varies by organization and sector. In private companies, similar functions are often described as HR administration or staffing management.