Office of White House Liaison (Department of Commerce)
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Office of White House Liaison (Department of Commerce) (OWHL) is responsible for managing the relationship and coordination between the Department of Commerce and the White House, particularly concerning political appointees and executive personnel.
Mission
The mission of the Office of White House Liaison at the Department of Commerce is to provide staff support to the Secretary, Deputy Secretary, and senior-level officials on policy and operational matters related to non-career executive personnel. This includes overseeing the appointment process, ensuring policy consistency with administrative goals, and managing transitions for political appointees.
Parent organization
The Office of White House Liaison is part of the United States Department of Commerce, which oversees various programs including economic development, trade, and census activities.
Legislation
The establishment of the Office of White House Liaison within the Department of Commerce does not have a specific legislative creation noted, but it operates under the broader authority of the Department of Commerce.
Partners
Not applicable as this office does not function as a partnership organization but rather as an internal liaison unit.
Number of employees
The exact number of employees within the Office of White House Liaison is not publicly available.
Organization structure
The Office of White House Liaison within the Department of Commerce has a structure that includes:
- Director's Office is responsible for leading the liaison activities and reporting directly to the Department's leadership.
- Personnel Management Division handles the recruitment, appointment, and management of Schedule C and non-career SES positions.
- Policy Advisory Unit provides advice on policy implications for personnel management and departmental operations.
List of programs
- Appointment Process Management - Policy Evaluation for Personnel - Special Projects Coordination
Last total enacted budget
Budget details for the Office of White House Liaison are not publicly disclosed as part of the broader Department of Commerce's budget.
Leader
The office is headed by a Director whose name is not publicly disclosed.
Services provided
The Office of White House Liaison at the Department of Commerce provides services like managing the appointment process for executive positions, coordinating with the White House on personnel matters, and advising on policy related to non-career personnel. It also engages in special projects as directed by senior department officials to ensure alignment with White House objectives.
Regulations overseen
This office does not directly oversee regulations but ensures that personnel policies align with regulatory frameworks established by the Department of Commerce and broader government employment guidelines.
Headquarters address
1401 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20230, USA
Website
Not available for this specific office.
Wikipedia article
No specific Wikipedia article exists for the Office of White House Liaison (Department of Commerce).
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