DCOP’s Mission

The DC Office of Personnel (DCOP) provides human resource management services that strengthen individual and organizational performance and enable the District government to attract, develop and retain a well-qualified, diverse workforce.

DCOP Organization

DCOP is organized into four administrations, which all report to the Office of the Director.

• Office of the Director - The Office of the Director provides leadership, strategic planning, direction, legal services, executive recruitment, and support for the Office of Personnel. In addition, the Office provides consultation to the Mayor and members of the Cabinet on human resources issues.
   
• Business Process Reengineering/Information Technology (BPR/IT) - This division champions business process change initiatives throughout DCOP, analyzes and helps to streamline business processes, and oversees the development of a modern information technology infrastructure and support system.
   
• Management and Employee Services - Management and Employee Services provides workforce planning, recruitment, selection, position classification, employee relations, employee performance and discipline, organizational design, employee benefits, records management and career advice and counseling to management, employees, and external customers.
   
• Policy and Program Development - Policy and Program Development formulates and oversees policies and procedures related to human resources management. Units within this division include Policy, Performance Management, Compensation, Police and Fire Retirement and Relief Board, and the Center for Workforce Development.
   
• Shared Services - Shared Services provides core support services to DCOP. These include administrative services, budget and financial management, risk management, facilities management, fleet management, mail management, procurement services, human resources management, special events planning, and communications.