People are the heart of local government – its most valuable resource. They are the backbone that supports its mission and purpose. Human resource management is the primary care doctor that assures a healthy government through policies, processes, training, strategies, and activities that impact staff.

The HR Collaborative Reference Guide is a collection of information and resources to assist human resource managers in building positive employee/employer relationships through effective policies and procedures that are consistently enforced and are in legal compliance with state and federal laws.

Efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the information within this Guide, but both state and federal laws and regulations are continuously changing. Local governments should consult with local legal counsel in both policy development and particular situations of major concern.