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Dienstbehörde

employing authority; the authority a civil servant is formally assigned to

noun DEENST-be-hör-de Rare

Usage Note

Dienstbehörde is the specific public-sector body responsible for a civil servant's employment, discipline, and pay. It is distinct from any Fachbehörde that may give technical instructions. Plural: Dienstbehörden.

Examples

"Sein Antrag auf Teilzeit wurde von der Dienstbehörde genehmigt."

Natural Translation

His application for part-time work was approved by his employing authority.

Literal Translation

His application for part-time was approved by the service authority.

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