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Our Organization

PSHRAOK is the Oklahoma Chapter of the Public Sector Human Resources Association (PSHRA). PSHRAOK serves the needs of public sector human resources management professionals by providing essential and comprehensive resources. In addition, PSHRAOK is dedicated to advancing the HR profession and enhancing the capabilities of all human resources professionals to ensure that HR is a vital and effective partner in managing and developing public sector employees.

Our Mission

To provide human resource leadership and advocacy, professional development, information and services to enhance organizational and individual performance in the public sector.

Our Vision

To be the leading association for public human resources with the State of Oklahoma.

Our History

Now known as PSHRAOK, the organization has a rich history of supporting public sector HR professionals—originally founded as OPPA in 1976, later known as OPHRA (2003–2016) and IPMA-HROK (2017–2024). PSHRAOK welcomes members from all levels of the public sector, including federal, state, county, and municipal governments, as well as school districts. The organization provides a forum to address current human resources issues and serves as a platform for the professional growth and development of public personnel professionals.

A core strength of PSHRAOK lies in the collective expertise and experience of its members, offering access to the latest professional and technical advancements in the field. The organization actively seeks opportunities to contribute to legislative discussions, analyze and review personnel management issues, and promote collaboration with private sector HR professionals. PSHRAOK is committed to being a leading resource in educating and empowering those with public personnel responsibilities.

What We Do

We are a professional association devoted to training, developing and promoting public sector human resources management professionals within Oklahoma. PSHRAOK's mission is to serve the needs of HR professionals by providing the most essential and comprehensive resources available. Members are comprised of individuals from state, county, and municipal government, as well as employment law professionals.

PSHRAOK is affiliated with the International Public Sector Human Resources Association. Through this affiliation, PSHRAOK offers its members an opportunity to share information and resources, gain technical training and expertise, and access to information regarding local, state and national issues and trends related to Human Resources Management and Labor/Employee Relations.

Membership

To increase membership and member involvement in PSHRAOK.
Identify opportunities to partner with public and private organizations who share commitment to the growth and development of human resources in the State of Oklahoma.
To develop future public sector leaders that ensures the strength and diversity in PSHRAOK's leadership, committees, and programs.
To establish programs that promote growth of members in the Human Resources fields that will lead to increased membership.

Advocacy

Conduct cutting edge study groups and best in class benchmarking.
Become a leading voice for public sector HR on government affairs by:

Supporting participation in professional development classes.
Supporting certificate programs focused on the essentials of public HR.
Increasing networking opportunities.

Organizational Health

Review the PSHRAOK governance structure and make recommendations for changes.
Ensure the Association's financial solvency by:

Growing revenue.
Reviewing cost structure for training and professional development courses.