The Employee Relations team ensures the uniform administration of labor relations policies, procedures and laws. The team makes recommendations on policies, countywide bargaining strategies and serves as the chief negotiator in matters impacting wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment. The Benefits team designs and manages employee benefit plans including the defined contribution programs.

The Classification team works to ensure that the vision set by each County department is reflected in its organizational structure and staffing. The Compensation team administers employee pay plans to support the recruitment and retention of employees.

The Department of Human Resources manages employee benefits at the individual employee level. More information on employee policies and available benefits can be found at: hr.lacounty.gov.