Who We Are
The Office of Human Resources is part of the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration in the Office of the
Secretary of Transportation.
Our office provides HR leadership, policy, strategic planning, and consultative services for our managers and employees. We also provide information about our workforce and employment
opportunities to the public and we manage the department's automated personnel systems.
Mission
It is the mission of the Departmental Office of Human Resource Management to provide leadership to the U.S. Department of Transportation by:
- Delivering efficient, timely and cost effective services in a customer-focused manner;
- Developing policies and programs to build and enhance a diverse, highly functioning workforce;
- Providing employee-focused programs to foster professional competency and wellness; and
- Collaborating with our partners to enhance and support organizational excellence.
Vision
Within the next five years, the Departmental Office of Human Resource Management will lead the U.S. Department of Transportation to be the employer of choice within the Federal Government and Center
of Excellence for human resource programs and services.
Values
People are the primary resource of our organization. We aspire to the highest level of excellence in our programs and services. We strive for balance in our work and family life. We believe that a high level of
professionalism, keen understanding, commitment, and exchange of ideas encourages individual growth and organizational advancement.
