nonappointive

/ˌnɑnəˈpɔɪntɪv/
adjective
  1. Not filled or obtained by appointment; not involving the selection of someone for a position or role.
    • In a nonappointive role, the volunteer simply signed up rather than being chosen.
    • Many board members preferred a nonappointive system to avoid political favoritism.
    • The committee decided to keep the position nonappointive and instead hold an election.
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