The Department of Personnel is devoted to attracting, developing, and retaining a high-performing public sector workforce in accordance with various federal and state labor laws, state civil service law, collective bargaining agreements, and county policies and procedures. The Department implements and maintains programs and services that support and facilitate the recruitment, selection, and hiring of local government and school district employees in Erie County based on merit and fitness. In addition, the Department directly manages the County’s robust total rewards benefits package designed to help employees meet their financial, health, and wellness needs and provide them with a sense of security and stability.
The Core Values of the Department are Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Customer Service, and Ingenuity.