Work-life programs are designed to help employees balance their work, personal and family responsibilities.

The Department of Commerce is committed to providing a work environment that is healthy and considerate of employees' work and personal life responsibilities and obligations, and we offer numerous programs to support these efforts. Our work-life programs are also an integral part of our efforts to remain competitive in the global market and to attract, hire, and retain a top-notch workforce.

• Alternative work schedules (AWS)
• Dependent and elder care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Telework
• Grievances and complaints