Functions of HRD Department

Division of Human Resource Development, Duties and Functions

a. Develops and coordinates implementation of policies and procedures for ORA
training and employee development activities.
b. Develops and coordinates implementation of policies and procedures for personnel in
State and local counterpart agencies.
c. Identifies training need requirements and develops training plans.
d. Arranges for and coordinates the development and delivery of training programs in
investigations, laboratory, compliance, computer operations, and administrative areas.
e. Manages ORA participation in special emphasis training programs sponsored by other
organizations.
f. Establishes and maintains liaison with officials in other Federal and State agencies
and outside organizations to keep abreast of training and employee development
programs.
g. Maintains a lending library of training aids. Prepares and publishes technical training
manuals.
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The Original wheel from McLagan identified three primary HRD

functions.
1. Training & Development
a. Training
i. Employee orientation
ii. Skills & technical training
iii. Coaching
iv. Counseling
b. Development
i. Management training
ii. Supervisor development
2. Organization Development
3. Career Development

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Secondary HRD Functions

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Role Analysis & development

Employee Orientation
Performance Appraisal
Potential Appraisal
Counselling
Succession Planning
Participative devices and QWL (Quality of Work Life)
HRIS & Research
Management Development Programs

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