Branch of OSI responsible for all aspects of Human Resources management, many of which are of the highest priorities to employee and their families. These include processing pay and salary determinations, employee and family benefits, disability and FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act) benefits, EEO (Employee Equal Opportunity) issues, and oversight and processing of the hiring of new employees. To do this work, Human Resources must work closely with state employees, OSI management, OSI Attendance Clerks and HR Liaisons, and multiple state departments including the State Controller’s Office (SCO) and the Employment Development Department (EDD).