FY 25 Harford County Approved Operating Budget

HUMAN RESOURCES

ORIGIN & PURPOSE: The Department of Human Resources was originally formed under Harford County Charter, Article IV, Section 402 (amended by Bill No. 88 - 35) and Sections 601 - 607 as the Ofce of Personnel. Bill No. 91 - 37 changed the name to more accurately refect the duties and responsibilities of the department. The department is divided into four vital areas of responsibility: Recruitment and Selection; Employee Benefts; Wellness and Training; Classifcation, Compensation and Labor Relations. Administration of the Personnel Code, formulation and administration of employment related policies and procedures, and general employee relations are also responsibilities of the department. MISSION STATEMENT: To work under the core principle that HR C.A.R.E.S. (Communication, Advancement, Respect, Equality & Service), the department will strive to demonstrate exceptional customer service, responsiveness, attitude and professionalism to both internal and external stakeholders.

GOALS: Communication - provide on-going informational exchange Advancement - attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce Respect - build employee morale Equality - concentrate specifc training and monitoring of issues in the workplace Service - efcient, timely and transparent information

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