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The Cayman Islands Civil Service stands as a beacon of commitment. Combining our Core Values of passion, integrity and professionalism with a profound sense of pride, we recognise and celebrate our pivotal role in shaping the community and enhancing the quality of life for all Caymanians and residents.

Together, we are building a brighter future for the Cayman Islands. Our pride in the Civil Service is contagious and matched only by our commitment to making a the lives of those we serve better. Through dedication and excellence, we will continue to serve with integrity and honour, shaping a responsive and inclusive government that will positively impact generations to come.

Civil Servant from the Department of Agriculture tends to new plant seedlings as part of the I am a Civil Servant/ Modernising government iniative led by the Cayman Islands Government.

Cayman Islands Civil Servant communications via headset.

Cayman Islands Government WORC Compliance Officer Powell infront of people first sign.

Our Impact

As civil servants, our dedication is a driving force behind meaningful change. By implementing innovative policies and responsive governance practices, we strive to help the Government to meet the evolving needs of our society and to ensure that every decision made reflects the values and aspirations of the people we serve.

Our Dedication

At the heart of all civil servants lies an unwavering commitment to public service. Our team of professionals brings expertise, passion, and a collaborative spirit to every challenge. We understand that our role is not just to implement policies, but to engage with the community, listen to diverse perspectives, help those in need as well as foster an environment of transparency and accountability.

Our Excellence

We strive for excellence in every aspect of our work. From most junior to most senior, we embrace continuous professional growth through external certifications, guided and self-led courses, secondments, cross-team projects and other programmes, gaining new skills for career advancement. Harnessing the latest best practices, we work not only to meet but exceed the public’s expectations, and to create a legacy of trust and reliability for the Civil Service.

Our Strategic Focus for a Thriving Cayman

Our efforts are centered on achieving meaningful and sustainable outcomes for our community. This initiative focuses on three core pillars that are crucial for our national progress and the well-being of every resident. Each priority has been carefully developed to address the opportunities and challenges facing our islands.

Economic Resilience & Opportunity: Fostering economic growth and diversification by empowering local businesses and investing in key sectors.

Community & Social Well-being: Strengthening social programs and services to ensure a high quality of life for all Caymanians.

Sustainable Development & Infrastructure: Modernizing our public infrastructure while championing environmental conservation for future generations.

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I am a Civil Servant

Discover the inspiring stories of some of our colleagues who have forged successful career paths within the Civil Service. From entry-level positions to leadership roles, these individuals illustrate the potential for growth, skill-building, and professional impact.

Sarah Orrett

Often the first point of contact for visitors and callers to the Government Administration Building, Customer Service Officer Sarah has been a shining example of customer care in the Civil Service for over 25 years. Our CIG Employee of the Year 2022, her mantra is to deliver an outstanding customer experience for everyone she comes in contact with.

Yanique Mitchell

With a passion for staff welfare, Acting Assistant Human Resources Manager Yanique credits the opportunities for leadership development & external certification provided through our Civil Service College with her own professional advancement. These experiences equipped her to take on greater departmental responsibilities and instilled in her the confidence to excel in a leadership role.

Renita Barnes

One of our secondment success stories, Policy Analyst Renita is instrumental in drafting personnel policies to modernise the Civil Service. These include our enhanced parental leave policy, which has expanded maternal and paternal leave benefits for civil servants and which helps to ensure our youngest and smallest citizens have the best start in life.

Here to Serve

The Cayman Islands Civil Service is a vibrant tapestry of dedicated professionals serving in various sectors, from education and healthcare to public safety and environmental protection to economic development and cultural preservation.

As civil servants we are committed to delivering essential services that enhance the well-being of our beloved isles. Each department plays a crucial role in ensuring that Caymanians, residents, and our international clients receive the support, resources and services they need, fostering a thriving society.

Cayman Islands Government Department of Agriculture Veterinarian holding a baby goat and poses for a picture.

Agriculture: Champions of animal welfare

Cayman Islands Fire Service Firefighter connecting hose to fire truck.

Fire Services: Protecting life, property and the environment

Two Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control Officers greeting each other.

Customs and Border Control: Securing our borders

Cayman Islands Government Lands and Survey Department Land Surveyors in the field.

Lands & Survey: Safeguarding property rights

Cayman Islands Government Civil Servant carefully deposes of oil safely.

Environmental Health: Contributing to a clean and sustainable community

Modernising Our Civil Service

The Civil Service provides a modern and innovative work environment that enhances government efficiency and public services.

Innovative Tools and Platforms

We embrace modern technology that empowers us to streamline processes and improve service delivery.

Within the Civil Service, we have one-stop, employee self-service through the my-VISTA platform to view and manage personnel data online, from leave status, pay statements and job verification letters, to dependents information, performance agreements, and time sheets.

Our customers can also access information and services in a fast, efficient, convenient and safe way online through the eGOV (Electronic Government) initiative, harnessing information and communication technologies. At present, users can access 88 different services online across 36 public

Royal Cayman Islands Police Service Officers Check Cameras

Cayman Islands Civil Servant having conversation with man and woman at her desk with the Cayman Islands Government Administration building in the background.

Policies that Benefit Me

We are committed to being a progressive employer with policies dedicated to supporting work-life balance.

Civil servants benefit from:

flexible work arrangements;
a comprehensive, non-contributory health insurance scheme that for some employees with dependents represents up to 30% of the value of their salary;
a pension scheme which is also non-contributory;
a recently upgraded parental leave policy providing extended maternity and paternity leave, and death benefits for the families of staff who die while in service.