BHR Vision Statement

BUREAU OF HUMAN RESOURCES
VISION STATEMENT

The human resources required to operate State Government are vital to its operation and require significant expenditure of resources. The Bureau designs and administers human resource programs, services and benefits to recruit and retain the best talent, managed within available resources.

Þ	The public is provided with fair access to public jobs.
Þ	Fair and consistent treatment is guaranteed.
Þ	Diversity in our work force is valued.
Þ	The health and safety of our employees is paramount.
Þ	The unique needs of each agency are recognized.
Þ	Employees are provided the tools to develop the skills necessary to achieve their personal potential.

The Bureau works cooperatively with state agencies, employees and labor organizations to provide services effectively and fairly.

Þ	The integrity, fairness, efficiency and communication of human resource programs are responsibilities shared by the Bureau and managers throughout State Government.
Þ	The Bureau holds accountability and outcome to be of greater importance than process and procedure.
Þ	The Bureau seeks to minimize the administrative burden on state agencies and employees.

The Bureau informs and educates state employees, managers, and supervisors at all levels and in all agencies on the policies and programs necessary to effectively administer and monitor Human Resource programs and benefits.

Þ	Measures of performance for programs are established and continuously reviewed.
Þ	Superior performance within and outside the Bureau is acknowledged.
Þ	Customer feedback is actively pursued and used to measure performance and establish priorities.