This course provides an overview of and context for the unique aspects of public sector human resources. It focuses on the value of human resources as a business partner responsible for promoting the organization's goals and supporting public sector merit principles, ethics, and culture.

Performance Objectives: Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the sub-disciplines of human resources and their inter-relationships.
• Describe the many roles of an HR professional.
• Understand public sector culture, politics, and ethics.
• Explain how HR is a partner in promoting organizational goals.
• Recognize HR technologies and their uses.

Intended Audience: All audiences.