noun
special civil service position
Refers to a category of public service roles exempt from the Local Public Service Act, often including political appointees or positions requiring special treatment. Contrasts with 一般職 (regular civil service).
See also: 一般職
特別職は一般職と異なり、地方公務員法の適用が除外される。
Special positions, unlike regular civil service positions, are exempt from the Local Public Service Act.