Department of Homeland Security October 30, 2006 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has submitted the following information collection request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995: 1640-0001. This notice and request for comments is required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13, 44 U.S.C. chapter 35).

Pursuant to the Privacy Act of 1974, the Department of Homeland Security proposes to add a new system of records to the Department's inventory, entitled ``the MaxHR e-Performance Management System.'' This system is an employee performance management e-tool that will standardize and automate related human resources functions that will support a portion of the Department's MaxHR program. This program will support the Department's ability to continue to attract, retain, and reward a robust and highly qualified workforce by transforming DHS human resources policies, processes, systems, streamlining business processes, and consolidating several disparate systems currently in operation. Implementation of the the MaxHR e-Performance Management System will provide greater flexibility and accountability in the way employees are paid, developed, and evaluated. Employees, through a password protected portal, can access the system to initiate each step in the performance cycle, including performance planning, quarterly reviews, and performance appraisals. Supervisors will utilize various features of the system to review employees' performance, determine completion of goals, and complete performance appraisals. Each step in the performance management cycle, as reflected in the automated system, will serve as a catalyst for increased communication between supervisor and employees to enhance performance and ensure that work is accomplished in an efficient and effective manner.