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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