A person employed by the government or public sector; a civil servant or public employee.
彼は市役所で公務員として働いている。
He works as a public employee at the city hall.
公務員試験の勉強を始めた学生が増えている。
The number of students starting to study for the civil service exam is increasing.
公務員は法律や規則に従って職務を行う必要がある。
Public servants are required to carry out their duties in accordance with laws and regulations.