Mission

The mission of the Human Resources Department is to recruit, develop, support and retain excellent employees.

Structure

The Human Resources Department serves as a strategic partner with departments in the County to help meet Durham County's Strategic Goals as they relate to recruiting, developing, supporting and retaining employees. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer that adheres strictly to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting unlawful discrimination in the workplace. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 outlaws discrimination against a job seeker or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity) or national origin ( Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: Requiring Discrimination-Free Workplaces for 60 Years | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission).

Therefore it is the policy of Durham County to recruit, hire, train, and promote people in all jobs without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender (unless gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), or status as a veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws or other protected characteristic. The County will ensure that all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training will comply with EEO principles and merit principles (Human Resources | Durham County; Chapter 18 - PERSONNEL | Code of Ordinances | Durham County, NC | Municide Library).