Upon achievement of City status, appointments and promotions in the administrative service of the City shall be made according to merit and fitness, pursuant to rules provided by Council, which rules shall supersede and override state statutes, including state civil service statutes and rules. The classified service of the City shall include all offices and positions of the City, except the following, which constitute unclassified offices and positions:
A. Members of Council.
B. The Clerk of Council and/or Clerk of Court.
C. The Mayor.
D. The Manager.
E. Department Heads.
F. Members of boards and commissions appointed by Council.
G. Other positions as recommended by the Manager with the approval of Council.