Program Description

  Director's Office

The Director's Office provides executive leadership and management, policy direction, strategic workforce and financial planning, communications and public outreach, compliance, and oversight to the County's human capital management program. The office provides consultation services related to human resources matters to the County Executive, the Chief Administrative Officer, and directors of County departments and agencies.

The Director's Office is responsible for ensuring and maintaining operational fidelity to the County's personnel regulations, working collaboratively with the Merit System Protection Board, and developing and promoting new initiatives and services to promote experiences and outcomes for all stakeholders.

The Policy, Practice, and Strategic Communications Team manages human resources policies and procedures, and drives improvements in HR governance and service delivery models. The team drives OHR's data management and functional performance analyses. Additionally, the Team develops and implements communications strategies to promote employee awareness and engagement, and implements robust approaches to manage the County's brand and online presence as a preferred employer.

The Police Stress Management program promotes the emotional, mental, and physical well-being of Police employees and their family members through delivery of assessment services, counseling, training, and consultation services.