The function of the Human Resources Department is hiring, employee training and development, labor (employee/management) administration, compensation and benefits, and risk management.

The employment function encompasses recruitment of employees, screening applicants for employment, selecting the most suitable candidates, and placing the newly hired in appropriate job vacancies and training programs. Employment also covers evaluations, promotions, the Civil Service system, EEO/ Affirmative Action, salary plans, and job classifications. The department also administers the health benefits and related supplemental plans for the employees. This encompasses many of the functions our department administrates and coordinates on a daily basis.  

The employee training and development function prepares employees for present or future jobs.  Training activities also develop skills, improve behavior, and provide information to employees that are pertinent in enhancing their performance on the job.

The labor (employment-management) administration covers the negotiation and interpretation of labor contracts and policies, as well as the implementation of contracts. The City has three unions that represent different groups of employees. The American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) represents the General employees of the City. General employees fall into several classifications of employees that normally cover maintenance, clerical, mechanical, administrative support, and technical positions. The International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) covers all Firefighters including the rank of Battalion Chief. The Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) covers all Police Officers and Sergeants. All other employees are in the Managerial and Confidential group.

The risk management function of the City involves planning, organizing, leading, and controlling the activities of the City in order to minimize the adverse effects of accidental losses on the organization at a reasonable cost. The Human Resources department along with our insurance broker, Florida League of Cities, and our third party administrator, Unisource Inc., administrates all claims dealing with risk filed against the City. The City is self-insured and thus operates by insuring itself with excess coverage provided by several companies.

Human Resource Department | 954-730-3090
5581 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderhill, FL 33313