Guide to Employment in the Civil Service: The System of Open Competition and Offices and Salaries in the Various Departments is a book written by J.D. Morell and published in 1882. The book is a comprehensive guide to the civil service system in the United States during the late 19th century. It covers the various departments of the government, the positions available in each department, and the salaries that come with these positions. The book also provides information on the process of open competition for civil service positions, which was a relatively new concept at the time. It includes advice on how to prepare for and pass civil service exams, as well as tips for navigating the hiring process. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in working in the civil service during the late 19th century, as well as for historians and scholars studying the history of the civil service system in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.