PSHRA-SC was founded in 1940 as Chapter II of the International Public Management Association for Human Resources (Now PSHRA) and is currently the largest chapter with the global leader in public sector human resources with chapters throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and South Africa.

PSHRA-SC offers tools, resources, and information unique to the public sector in the Southern California area and strives to enhance the image of the human resources professional through ongoing professional, personal and organizational development.  PSHRA-SC’s main objectives are to:

• Provide a forum to discuss subjects of mutual interest for persons engaged in public sector HR administration.
• Provide opportunities for professional development.
• Encourage and facilitate cooperative action among public agencies on human resources problems and issues.

 Learn more about our history here.