TVöD (Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst)

TVöD (Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst) is a collective agreement in Germany that sets the wages, working hours, and working conditions for employees working in the public sector, such as government agencies, municipalities, and public services. It standardizes employment terms across different public institutions to ensure fair pay, proper work hours, and benefits. The agreement is negotiated between unions representing employees and public entities, providing a transparent framework that promotes consistent and equitable treatment for public service workers.