The employees of the new Department of Homeland Security - most of whom joined the Department on March 1, 2003 - have a vital role to play in securing our homeland. Whether they are inspecting cargo, agriculture products, or travelers; securing our waterways and airspace; responding to emergencies; assessing law enforcement information; or researching and developing the latest technology in support of the DHS mission; employees are the Department's most valuable asset, the frontline in the war against terrorism.

Below are links to the most up-to-date information about the new organization.

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DHS Announces Proposed New Human Resources System
The proposed regulations for the Department of Homeland Security's new Human Resources System have been published in the Federal Register.  All employees, along with members of the public, may review and submit formal comments on the proposed system. The deadline for submitting public comments is March 22, 2004.  

Roundtable Broadcast on Proposed Human Resources System
Deputy Secretary Loy, Under Secretary Hale, and Chief Human Capital Officer James hosted a live satellite broadcast on Friday, Feb. 13, discussing the proposed regulations and explaining why the Department is implementing a new personnel system.

DHS Human Resources Design Team
Congress gave the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) authority to develop new personnel systems in several areas, including pay and classification, performance management, disciplinary matters, and labor-management relations.