State Agencies Encouraged to Participate in Telework Week March 5-9, 2012

Virginia is again participating in Telework Week which will be held this year during the week of March 5-9. This is the second year of this annual public-private partnership initiative that encourages government agencies, businesses, and individuals to pledge to telework during a specific one week period. The event is hosted by the Telework Exchange, a public-private partnership focused on demonstrating the tangible value of telework. Read more ...

2012 Legislative Session

View the bills that are being tracked by the Department of Human Resource Management.

Visit Your Local Pharmacy for a Free Flu Shot!

One of the best ways to stay healthy this fall and winter is to get a flu shot. The good news is that flu shots are free again this year at participating pharmacies for state employees enrolled in state health plans and their covered family members. View more information and a list of the pharmacies participating in the state flu shot program.

Governor's Awards Winners

Congratulations to the winners of the Governor's Awards for Public Service! View photos taken by Michaele White, the Governor's photographer, at the awards ceremony in June and award nominations.

Autism Coverage Available to State Employees Starting July 1, 2012

Governor Bob McDonnell recently signed legislation to provide coverage for diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorder for children age 2 through 6 years old. The state employee health plans are included in these bills passed by the 2011 General Assembly, which also provide a $35,000 annual cap for applied behavior analysis (ABA) services.

See the enrolled legislation.

Governor’s Policy on Fairness & Equity in the Workplace

Executive Directive Number One represents the Governor’s policy regarding fairness and equity in state employment. In addition to prohibiting illegal discriminatory practices in the workplace, “civility, fair treatment, and mutual respect shall be the standard of conduct expected in state government. Allegations of any violation of law or this standard shall be brought promptly to the attention of the Director of the Department of Human Resource Management for review and corrective action.” Allegations of illegal discrimination as enumerated by Executive Order Number Six (2010) and Policy No. 2.05 – Equal Employment Opportunity will be investigated. For additional information on submitting concerns under Executive Directive Number One or filing a discrimination complaint under Executive Order Number Six, click on the appropriate link.