Official website of the Department of Homeland Security
Employee Resources
Welcome to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security! The following is a message from Secretary Jeh Johnson.
Resources
The following are resources available to employees of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Employee Shortcuts
You can access the following employee resources from any location and any computer.
Career Development
The department offers a variety of training opportunities to employees, including academic programs, leader development, career development, mandatory training, professional development and technical skills training. DHS employees should visit their learning and development program office for more information about any opportunities listed below.
Employee Awards and Recognition
DHS achievements are the result of the collective effort of dedicated DHS employees. The DHS Secretary's Awards Program celebrates excellence across the Department.
Annual Employee Survey
The Department of Homeland Security Annual Employee Surveys (AES) are conducted to collect data on Department employees' perceptions of workforce management, organizational accomplishments, agency goals, leadership, and communication.
Employee Assistance
The Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) provide services designed to help employees, managers, and organizations meet life challenges and remain healthy, engaged, and productive. Read about EAP benefits at the Department of Homeland Security.
Hiring Reform at DHS
President Obama directed agencies to improve the Federal hiring process. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) also outlined actions for agencies to implement related initiatives.
DHS Labor-Management Forum
Information on the Department's Labor-Management Forum, including the Executive Order that established it, DHS’s implementation plan, forum membership and meeting minutes.
Balanced Workforce Strategy
Balanced Workforce Strategy (BWS) refers to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) effort to identify the appropriate balance of federal and contractor employees required to achieve the DHS mission.